IBSS Corporation, as part of its ongoing grant work to promote aquaculture literacy among current and future culinary professionals, recently conducted a Merroir lecture and hands-on cooking experience at Olympic College in Bremerton, Washington. This event, funded by...
The Bonney Lake High School (BLHS) culinary team has had a remarkable winning streak, recently clinching victory at the 2025 ProStart Invitational on March 1 at Renton Technical College. The team, led by Chef/Teacher Kahale Ahina, showcased their culinary prowess and...
Seafood chowders have a rich history dating back to the early 18th century when they were commonly prepared aboard ships sailing the North Atlantic. However, their origins are likely traced even further back, as coastal communities have long enjoyed variations of this...
Tornadoes are among the most unpredictable and dangerous natural disasters. With winds that can exceed 200 miles per hour, they can cause devastating damage within minutes. While tornadoes can form quickly, proper preparation can significantly reduce risks and help...
SS Merroir of Seafood Recipes - Geoduck Fritters and Black Bean Clams Southwest Homeschool Community Event: Presenting the Merroir of Clams and Geoduck. On Wednesday, February 12, 2025, Mark and Lisa Tagal were at it again with another presentation in their Merroir of...
Looking for the perfect dish to win over your sweetheart? Look no further than this edition of In Search of the Perfect Bite – featuring the Onaga. The long-tailed red snapper, or Ulaula koae in Hawaiian, is commonly known by its Japanese name,...
Article by Lisa Tagal, recipe from Mark Tagal The American Red Swamp Crawfish (Procambarus clarkii) has been part of the American diet for hundreds, if not thousands, of years. You may know them under one of their many names, such as crayfish, crawdads, or mud bugs....
By Lisa Tagal On November 20, 2024, Bonney Lake High School held its annual Career Day, where over 30 community members gathered to talk to students about their careers. IBSSÊ» Senior Aquaculturist, Mark Tagal, attended to share about IBSS as a whole, to...
Another IBSS educational event with support from the eeBLUE/NAAEE Aquaculture Literacy grant is in the books. Squid-A-Rama is as exciting as it sounds! The MaST Center Aquarium, IBSS team Mark and Lisa Tagal, Des Moines Art Commission, King County Library System, and...
