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Catch!: Dangerous Tales and Manly Recipes from the Bering Sea
As seen on Discovery Channel's Deadliest Catch: a king crab fisherman and cook shares death-defying tales and dangerously delicious recipes.
Travis Lofland makes his living as a deckhand and cook on the Bering Sea doing one of the deadliest jobs on the Alaskan king crab fishing. Now he shares stories of his incredible adventures—and the secrets to preparing the best food the ocean has to offer. Whether you're cooking in a galley or on your porch, you'll find great tips for putting smiles on hungry faces.
Sample chapter titles and recipes
Snag a First Date Sure to Impress Chipotle Avocado Brie MeltSoups and Slap a Smile on Your Face Ahi SandwichLose the Beer Belly Dutch Harbor Salmonberry VinaigretteExcursion At Sea SashimiBoat Nuked King Crab LegsTuck in Your Shirt, but Don't Bother with the Tie Reckless Red Slimy Limey Coconut Sundae
Travis Lofland makes his living as a deckhand and cook on the Bering Sea doing one of the deadliest jobs on the Alaskan king crab fishing. Now he shares stories of his incredible adventures—and the secrets to preparing the best food the ocean has to offer. Whether you're cooking in a galley or on your porch, you'll find great tips for putting smiles on hungry faces.
Sample chapter titles and recipes
Snag a First Date Sure to Impress Chipotle Avocado Brie MeltSoups and Slap a Smile on Your Face Ahi SandwichLose the Beer Belly Dutch Harbor Salmonberry VinaigretteExcursion At Sea SashimiBoat Nuked King Crab LegsTuck in Your Shirt, but Don't Bother with the Tie Reckless Red Slimy Limey Coconut Sundae
291 pages, Kindle Edition
First published May 1, 2012
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September 29, 2026
"Bring the wild, gritty, and delicious reality of the Bering Sea straight to your kitchen table!"
If you are a fan of shows like Deadliest Catch or just appreciate a good adventure, this book is an absolute treasure. It perfectly blends the harrowing, high-stakes reality of Alaskan crab fishing with the kind of hearty, stick-to-your-ribs cooking that keeps deckhands surviving in freezing, unforgiving temperatures. The "dangerous tales" scattered throughout the chapters are genuinely gripping—reading about white-knuckle, ice-covered moments on the boat decks while a pot of rich, savory stew simmers on your own stove creates an incredibly unique and immersive culinary experience.
As for the "manly recipes," they absolutely do not disappoint. This isn't a book about delicate micro-greens or fussy, pretentious plating; this is about serious, unapologetic, protein-packed fuel. The fresh King Crab boils, the thick and creamy seafood chowders, and the massive, cast-iron seared steaks are exactly what you want to eat after a long, hard day. The instructions are straightforward, no-nonsense, and designed to yield massive flavor with minimal fuss, just like the rugged fishermen who inspired them. Whether you're buying this as a gift for the outdoorsman in your life, or you just want to cook bold, satisfying meals with a side of wild storytelling, Catch! delivers on every single level. Five stars for the food, the grit, and the incredible stories!
If you are a fan of shows like Deadliest Catch or just appreciate a good adventure, this book is an absolute treasure. It perfectly blends the harrowing, high-stakes reality of Alaskan crab fishing with the kind of hearty, stick-to-your-ribs cooking that keeps deckhands surviving in freezing, unforgiving temperatures. The "dangerous tales" scattered throughout the chapters are genuinely gripping—reading about white-knuckle, ice-covered moments on the boat decks while a pot of rich, savory stew simmers on your own stove creates an incredibly unique and immersive culinary experience.
As for the "manly recipes," they absolutely do not disappoint. This isn't a book about delicate micro-greens or fussy, pretentious plating; this is about serious, unapologetic, protein-packed fuel. The fresh King Crab boils, the thick and creamy seafood chowders, and the massive, cast-iron seared steaks are exactly what you want to eat after a long, hard day. The instructions are straightforward, no-nonsense, and designed to yield massive flavor with minimal fuss, just like the rugged fishermen who inspired them. Whether you're buying this as a gift for the outdoorsman in your life, or you just want to cook bold, satisfying meals with a side of wild storytelling, Catch! delivers on every single level. Five stars for the food, the grit, and the incredible stories!
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