Cantaloupe melon, a type of melon, from Italy. It is small and spherical with a rough surface with a raised, netted pattern and on which there are the marks of segments. It has a small central cavity which is filled with a mesh of small seeds. Principle types are Ogen, Charentais, Tiger and Sweetheart.
Porbeagle or mackerel shark. A member of the shark family common in the Atlantic. It grows to 4 meters (13 ft) in length. It has good flavour and texture and is grilled in the form of steaks.
"New herring." This refers to a particular type of pickle applied to the first herrings of season, usually late May. Fish caught in this season are plump and in good condition and are perfect for pickling raw. They are filleted, frozen to kill off any parasites (health and safety), put into brine and cured and then pickled in vinegar with onions and pickling spices, peppercorns and bay leaves.
