Tag: fish

Island Science

Dangerous Beauties – Jellyfish

by Dr. Sarah D. Oktay Managing Director UMass Boston Nantucket Field Station As the summer temperatures warm up our harbor and offshore waters, floating translucent creatures begin to crowd our shores and become a concern for swimmers.  Unfortunately, as ocean waters warm world-wide and we continue to over-fish or endanger […]

Island Cooking

Fish on the BBQ

by Chef Jenn Farmer Recently a dear friend showed up on a surprise visit. I had not seen him in more than six years and was overwhelmed and a little shocked to see him. He was one of my favorite people to hang out with when he lived on Nantucket. […]

Island Cooking

Humiliation and Refreshment

by Chef Jenn Farmer To escape the summer heat, a dear friend and I went on a soul searching walk on the beaches of ‘Sconset recently. We wandered for a while, watching the birds run along the shore scavenging snacks from the surf and watching a languid seal or two […]

Island Cooking

Hayrides & Pie

by Chef Jenn Farmer The fourth of July holds a lot of nostalgia for me.  As a child it was one of the best days in the world.  It was a time to be social, see people, eat great food, and see big fireworks.  I vividly remember eating contests on […]