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From the Docks to the Dinner Plate

Fresh, Local and Sustainably Sourced Seafood

Ahi Seafood Market (ASM) is not only the best source for superior local seafood, it also offers everything to create a superior seafood experience, from gourmet seasonings and rubs, to quality wine and beer selections and fine cheese. Friendly fishmongers are happy to help find a specific item or place a special order. Most of the fish is filleted on-site, so customers receive cuts to order or buy the whole fish.

For a small fee based on quantity, ASM will provide mouthwatering steamed seafood upon request, including delicacies such as shrimp, snow crab and lobster tails.

At ASM, part of bringing the best taste to the table is knowing where fresh seafood starts. By focusing on providing a wide variety of local, delicious seafood caught on the Gulf Coast, the ultimate goal is to provide customers with seafood of the highest quality while supporting the future of the local fishing community with responsibly sourced tuna, crab, grouper, swordfish, shrimp and more.

“I’m a part of this community and I want to bring the best to my fellow seafood lovers. This is why we don’t cut corners and we search out the freshest, best tasting, quality seafood, beef, pork and everything else in the market that’s available,” offers market owner Don Rhodes.

Seafood inventory changes daily to provide the freshest seafood possible while offering a selection of fresh-caught local shrimp, snapper, grouper, tuna, crabs, scallops and oysters. Salmon, snow crabs, king crabs and other non-regional seafood are fresh (never frozen) and sustainably sourced from the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans. “Seasonal items are also in stock, so when crawfish season comes around, count on Ahi Seafood Market for all your mud-bug needs,” says Rhodes, who encourages patrons to follow on social media for the latest lineup.

The market works with fishing partners all over the globe to fill special request orders quickly and reliably, making responsible and informed purchasing decisions that support long-term sustainability for the environment, future fisheries and the seafood industry.

Fish stocks play a vital role in food security, providing nutrition and a source of income for billions of people. The livelihoods of 10-12 percent of the world’s population – over 870 million people –depend on fisheries and aquaculture. And over three billion people worldwide rely on food from the ocean as a significant source of animal protein. Fisheries are a pillar of the global economy.

Many fisheries are threatened by unsustainable fishing. According to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization, just over 30 percent of the world’s assessed fish stocks are overfished and being harvested unsustainably. Another 58 percent of fish stocks are being fished at or near their sustainable maximum and cannot support expanded harvest. All fish stocks require scientifically based, effective and precautionary management to ensure their long-term sustainability.

Ahi Seafood Market is committed to supporting sustainable seafood initiatives, practices and principles to keep the oceans healthy for generations to come while helping to support the long-term future of local and global fisheries.

The market also offers handmade pasta made in Denver, fresh hand-cut beef and pork chops, Nature Nine eggs, Local Appetite lettuce, homemade soups, red beans and rice, gumbo base, creole shrimp etouffee, cold water lobster tails, king crab, snow crab, half-shell oysters, R Bistro crawfish gravy along with an international selection of wines and monthly wine tastings. “We have something for everyone,” says Rhodes.

Location: 18874 Section St., Fairhope, AL 36532. 251-517-7533. Info@AhiSeafood Market.com. AhiSeafoodMarket.com.

Hours: Sunday 10-4, Mon & Tue closed, Wed-Sat 10-6.

April’s guide to local healthy food in Baldwin County

AGAPÉ JUICES

Nourishing your body, mind and spirit. Fountain Plaza Shopping Center

3782 South McKenzie St., Foley, AL Agape-Juices.com

AHI SEAFOOD MARKET

Fairhope Gourmet Market. Guaranteed fresh and highest quality seafood, beef and pork.

18874 S. Section St., Fairhope, AL 251-517-7533 • AhiSeafoodMarket.com

COASTAL ALABAMA FARMERS & FISHERMENS MARKET

Committed to Baldwin County’s local community & agriculture.

20733 Miflin Rd., Foley, AL CoastalAlabamaMarket.com

FAIRHOPE HEALTH FOODS

Homegrown in the South since 1975. 280 Eastern Shore Shopping Center Fairhope, AL • 251-928-0644

Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

FAIRHOPE JUICE COMPANY

Nourish the body. Fuel the soul. Battles Wharf Market

18327 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL FairhopeJuiceCompany.com

LOCALS FAIRHOPE

Quaint, mom-n-pop eatery providing healthy eats in a casual atmosphere. 312 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope, AL LocalsFairhope.com

MCKENZIE FARMS

Family-owned market supplying fresh produce and more to our community.

17558 A Greeno Rd., Fairhope, AL MckenzieFarmMarket.com

OHANA POKE

Poke combines ingredients of a delicious sushi roll into a quick meal. 561 Fairhope Ave. #102, Fairhope, AL OPFairhope.com

OX KITCHEN

Made with fresh ingredients in-house daily, approachable, not intimidating. 365 S. Greeno Rd., Fairhope, AL TheOxKitchen.com

SAGE LEBANESE CUISINE & CAFÉ

A surprising blend of traditional and new Mediterranean & Lebanese cuisine. 319 Fairhope Ave., Fairhope, AL SageLebaneseCuisine.com

SUNFLOWER CAFÉ FAIRHOPE

Offering a healthy dining experience in a cozy, casual environment. 320 Eastern Shore Shopping Center Va-FairhopeHealthFoods.com

THE HAPPY OLIVE

Be happy, eat healthy, live well. Taste and experience culinary delight! 314 De La Mare Ave., Fairhope, AL HappyOlive4.com

THE INTERNATIONAL GOAT

Always fresh, all-natural ingredients prepared to melt in your mouth. Located inside Piggly Wiggly 100 Plantation Pointe Rd., Fairhope, AL Call ahead to order 251-928-0239

TWO SISTERS BAKERY & DELI

Gluten-free, keto-friendly options, featuring Boar’s Head meats & cheeses. 19452 Scenic Hwy 98, Fairhope, AL 251-517-0622

WAREHOUSE BAKERY & DONUTS

A neighborhood eatery serving made-fromscratch, vegan friendly, gluten-free goodness. 759 Nichols Ave., Fairhope, AL

WarehouseBakeryAndDonuts.com

WILDFLOWERS & FRESH FOOD

Simple and colorful high-vibe cooking classes, events and fresh recipes.

251-656-9112

WildFlowersAndFreshFood.com

For an online list of local healthy food sources, visit NAGulfCoast.com/healthyeats.

Mary Beth Svatek, M.A. Certified Hypnotherapist & Life Coach 251-300-9912 | energymodelofchange.com

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