"Gareth" > wrote in message
...
>I never liked the taste of fish when I was younger, but I think it is
> time I tried it again. What type of fish would you recommend I start
> with?
>
> Thanks for any suggestions.
>
> Gareth.
>

Well, to be honest, the freshness of the fish will make a larger difference
more often than not, than the species. Is there a fish market or pier with
fishmongers near you? The fresher, the better. Try something like tilapia or
halibut. Both are well served by many methods of preparation: baked,
broiled, sautéed, etc. Flounder, cod, and other flat fish are very mild.
Ling cod is especially delicious (to me), and if you can find it, I highly
recommend it. If you like a firmer texture, try Ono, which is closer to the
swordfish/shark texture than flat fish.

It's always surprising to me to hear people say they don't like the taste of
fish...because it implies that all fish tastes the same, which is hardly the
case. Salmon is a stronger flavored fish, but delicious when fresh.
Swordfish is one that most non-fisheaters enjoy because it has a meatier
texture, closer to chicken or steak than fish. Shark is the same way. It
really will come down to the freshness and preparation.

My kids love all of the fish I've mentioned here, so perhaps you just didn't
like the way it was prepared for you as a child, or maybe it wasn't very
fresh.

kimberly