Beluga. A variety of sturgeon found in the Caspian sea, the Black Sea and rivers around them. Belugas are one of the largest sturgeons and can live for up to 100 years though they are usually caught much younger. One fish can provide up to 20 kg (44 lb) of beluga caviar.

Beluga. A variety of sturgeon found in the Caspian sea, the Black Sea and rivers around them. Belugas are one of the largest sturgeons and can live for up to 100 years though they are usually caught much younger. One fish can provide up to 20 kg (44 lb) of beluga caviar.

Bone

"Boneless pike." A pike poached and then skinned and boned. It is often served with egg and horseradish sauce.

Soaking, such as might be carried out with salt fish.

Bergamot. A small, yellow, slightly pear-shaped citrus.

Wrasse. Ballan wrasse. A very bony fish which provides good flavour for fish soups.