Ode to Halibut and How I Love Thee
Hey Invisible Friends–check me out at Venus vs. Mars, where I’m a featured blogger today!
Ode to Halibut (and How I Love Thee)
Ode to halibut,
And how I love thee,
Your flaky taste,
Your rich but mild flavor,
they have captured me.
Oh halibut,
We’ve been parted for so long.
I haven’t inhaled your tastiness,
since we went to Alaska last summer.
Grilled or fried,
Baked or broiled,
it makes no difference to me.
Just give me some halibut,
A bottle of ketchup,
And stand back–
I get a little crazy.
Oh halibut, you know I love you.
I really do.
I even overcame my cheap ways,
to shell out $15/lb for you,
Since we don’t have anything but catfish and salmon here in the Pond.
Considering I could have gotten a filet mignon for that,
it’s a big deal, halibut o’mine.
After all, we all know how much I love beef.
Oh halibut, you were worth every penny.
There’s just something about the flaky texture,
the light taste,
the way I can inhale over a pound in a single sitting.
Oh halibut, it may be awhile until we meet again.
It may be when I return to the cold waters of Alaska,
Or whenever you magically appear in the grocery store.
But until then, I want you to know…
Oh halibut. I do adore you so.
For I composed an ode to you, halibut,
about how I love thee.
Truly.
For I have to say–you’re quite tasty!
Stay tuned, Invisible Friends! Tomorrow we have a new Penelope’s Pie Shop and Thursday, the Blond Duck way to cook a true Texas brisket! Friday we’ve got a new twirl and more creative fun this weekend! Stay tuned!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:20 am
Congrats on being featured today…that’s GREAT! I’ve never tried Halibut…I’m a huge catfish fan! I may just have to give it a whirl! Oh, and you were right above me this morning on SITS roll call!
April 14th, 2009 at 3:01 am
I can’t do any seafood at all but that’s ok. More for you!
April 14th, 2009 at 3:22 am
nice ode. so you eat halibut with ketchup? haha!
April 14th, 2009 at 3:40 am
OMG- either I’m WAY hungry or that looks so tasty!!! Or, maybe it’s your words- they wooed me or swayed me
April 14th, 2009 at 3:43 am
I love halibut…delicious!
April 14th, 2009 at 4:11 am
Hi and thanks for stopping by…I enjoyed your ode to halibut..I am not a fish eater but am looking forward to your brisket recipe. I am a born Texan, too…we live in West Texas. What part of Texas are you from?
Thanks again,
bj
April 14th, 2009 at 4:34 am
I like halibut too…but I am thinking maybe not quite as much as you do.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:37 am
lol! those ribs still make it in there
April 14th, 2009 at 4:48 am
I have never had halibut, though I am now quite tempted.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:53 am
I love your Ode to Hailbut. I don’t know if I’ve tried it yet. I’ll have to give it a try but hopefully it’s not more than $15/lb. yikes!
April 14th, 2009 at 5:29 am
I love it too, and recently got some for 8 bucks a pound, LOL!
April 14th, 2009 at 5:52 am
Ha, like some halibut do ya?!
~ingrid
April 14th, 2009 at 5:52 am
This is absolutely hilarious! I can’t imagine halibut with ketchup, but to each their own
April 14th, 2009 at 6:05 am
will you make me an ode to peanut butter?
or maybe an ode to frozen grapes? or oror! an ode to frozen yogurt? *sigh*
April 14th, 2009 at 6:07 am
LOL. You are too funny! Love the pic with the bear.
April 14th, 2009 at 6:11 am
Mmmm…I love halibut. It’s 7:00 in the morning and I want halibut NOW!
April 14th, 2009 at 6:20 am
I feel the same about chocolate
I don’t like seafood. I know, I know for shame…actually, if it’s seasoned right I can eat fish. And I’ve eaten fish sticks so long as I dip them in ketchup.
April 14th, 2009 at 6:51 am
Just popping in from SITS! This is too funny!
April 14th, 2009 at 6:55 am
YOu know, I have to say, I don’t eat a lot of halibut because I always go for the salmon.
April 14th, 2009 at 7:50 am
Love it that you wrote that just for the Halibut! *Groan*
Gotta agree with you about the merits of this lovely fish.
Now off to see your feature…
April 14th, 2009 at 7:51 am
What a moving tribute! I am positive that halibut has never before been so well-honored. You’ve got me totally craving some now!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:02 am
I love pretty much all fish, but I’m sure I don’t love any quite as much as you love halibut! At least I’ve never written an ode to any before.
April 14th, 2009 at 8:08 am
mmmm. halibut is one of my favorites, too! so delicious
April 14th, 2009 at 8:11 am
I don’t eat fish, but sometimes I make this for the halibut!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:22 am
Ciao ! I’m sure all the halibuts thank you !!!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:23 am
Oh I love halibut Actually I love fish period!
so fun to see you girl, you such a full of life, happy person.
xo,
elra
April 14th, 2009 at 8:40 am
How do you get it where you look freaking cute even with your tongue sticking out? I need to master that!
April 14th, 2009 at 9:24 am
Halibut is the best for F&C! Now I want some, bad!
April 14th, 2009 at 9:49 am
Thanks for stopping by! I really enjoyed your Venus vs. Mars!!
There are 5 ladies in our Ladies’ Night. There’s two younguns (we’re 26 and 28), a 36 year hold, and two early mid 50’s. So we’re a WIDE range of ages. We meet the first Thursday of each month. We take turns hosting based on last names. The host takes care of dinner while each other person picks either appetizer, dessert, bread, or wine/drinks. We LOVE it!! I highly recommend doing something like this. No really “travel” time cause you’re in the same “hood” (as we call it LOL).
April 14th, 2009 at 9:52 am
Oh, your post just made me so hungry! I love halibut!
April 14th, 2009 at 9:57 am
Hear hear!
LOVE halibut. And love your ode!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:13 am
Great tribute:-)
April 14th, 2009 at 10:19 am
I like a lot the ode! Halibut for me is sort of extraterrestrial, but it must be very tasty cooked by you!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:20 am
I like a lot the ode! Halibut for me is a sort of extraterrestrial, but it must be very tasty cooked by you!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:23 am
YUM!! Love Halibut!! Love your blog!!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:50 am
You’re too cute. Halibut is my very favorite fish!
April 14th, 2009 at 11:45 am
Yummy!!!
We get fresh halbit here in Alaska all the time..
I will have to try this resipe.
April 14th, 2009 at 11:57 am
You are so funny! I love your “ode to halibut” which reminds me I need to start eating more fish! This looks delicious!
April 14th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
Thanks for stopping by my site (a SITS visit). I have to say I love your blog. The graphics are amazing. I enjoyed the story and will have to come back and get caught up on the rest.
April 14th, 2009 at 12:22 pm
I adore halibut.
Congrats on being featured! Off to read all about you!
April 14th, 2009 at 12:49 pm
Can’t wait till tomorrow.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:00 pm
can’t do fish – can not do it!
April 14th, 2009 at 1:40 pm
So funny! There should be more odes written to fishes! I can’t wait to see what you come up with next.
April 14th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I here there is an opening for a poet laureate in Washington. Think of the possibilities!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:19 pm
You are too adorable! And funny!
I have been such a slacker and missing all the goodness over at Venus vs. Mars. I have some serious catching up to do!
April 14th, 2009 at 2:50 pm
Halibut is my fave fish but it’s usuaally 22-29 dollars a pound. But ketchup? Really?
April 14th, 2009 at 2:57 pm
I love halibut.
April 14th, 2009 at 3:34 pm
Halibut just appeared in our stores last week. I usually buy it once a year too. Enjoy. Your’s looks so good:)
April 14th, 2009 at 3:55 pm
I’m not into halibut but I’m with you on beef!
April 14th, 2009 at 4:07 pm
Wow, I don’t know anyone who loves halibut so much. I will have to go have some now. Don’t know the last time I have.
April 14th, 2009 at 4:29 pm
Aww your ode to Halibut is so cute! I bet Halibut never expected that one
April 14th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
Girl I love fish too…but I can’t believe you wrote a poem about it! It’s really good BTW!
April 14th, 2009 at 5:25 pm
congrats and I’m on my way to check you out
oh, and I’m craving Halibut now
April 14th, 2009 at 5:45 pm
I loved your guest post!! And your ode to halibut, yummmy!! Ketchup? I loved the sweet sentiments you left me and my mac ‘n’ cheese. You bring the pie and I’ll bring the mighty mac.
April 14th, 2009 at 6:21 pm
oh halibut, how i despise thee and all thine gillish friends.
thanks for stopping by my blog!
April 14th, 2009 at 6:45 pm
Hmmm… Halibut. The King and I enjoyed Halibut for our Easter weekend outing. It was fab.
AND HORRAY FOR PENELOPE’S PIE SHOP!!!!
(it’s my fave)
April 14th, 2009 at 7:14 pm
Hilarious! But why am I so hungry now? Sheesh.
Thanks for stopping by the other day!
April 14th, 2009 at 7:27 pm
I can always count on you for a smile!
I’ve been digging halibut lately. So flaky, so delicious!
April 14th, 2009 at 8:37 pm
Congrats for being a featured blogger!!!
April 14th, 2009 at 9:26 pm
You’re holding out on me!
Where’s the recipe?!
Seriously? You show the Foodie a yummy dish, and then, no recipe love?
C’mon… get me out of my tilapia rut!
April 14th, 2009 at 10:42 pm
Yum! That looks fantastic. And I can’t wait until Thursday…I LOVE brisket!
April 14th, 2009 at 11:07 pm
Oh Duckie, you’re so cute! I love fish in any way shape or form and this does look decidedly delish! Congrats on being a featured blogger! My boss was a royal pain in the butt this past weekend. I almost quit. I was so sad. Can you believe she called me lazy, slothful and filthy? I know, neither can I? Unbelievable. Can you imagine keeping someone like that in your employ for 6 years and running??? haha Good thing I have a thick skin and a strong faith. Love you loads! XXOO
PS when my ship comes in I’m gonna tell her where to go. Just watch!
April 15th, 2009 at 12:42 am
Nice post!! I love your ode to Halibut!! I think it is a great fish too! I love it! It is so versatile!!
April 15th, 2009 at 12:47 pm
I have to say this… just for th halibut! Oh, I crack myself up
That halibut looks yummy! I won’t even tell you about my SIL who lives up there and sends to coolers of it on ice when my in-laws go up to visit… It’s the least I could do after you torture me with those pies
April 15th, 2009 at 4:53 pm
My mom absolutely loves Halibut. I don’t think I’ve ever had it, but I love salmon and most other fish. You’ve convinced me to give it a try.
April 15th, 2009 at 6:25 pm
Yummmm! Okay, I’ll give it a whirl!
April 16th, 2009 at 12:14 pm
Thanks for leaving the recipe on my blog!
Halibut, here I come!
April 17th, 2009 at 1:52 pm
I am a huge fan of halibut myself. Mmmm…mmmm….mmmmm
Love your Ode to halibut. Perfection. ;0)
April 17th, 2009 at 3:33 pm
I love fresh halibut, but I haven’t seen any since I left California. If I did, I would happily pay $15 a pound. Lucky you.
September 16th, 2009 at 11:59 am
Hi, I was looking around on your site and came across this. So cute – love the bear picture! I just got back from Alaska and I ate a lot of halibut while I was there! I miss it already!