Interview with fish monger

I interviewed a fish monger about their business, it was very interesting to talk to a local business and find out about the history of the business. Pengelly's has a very friendly atmosphere, and where more welcoming to their customers, and regulars. They where more than happy to help me with my project by allowing me to be apart of the atmosphere and take in what the business is really about.

Interview with Pengelly’s Fish Monger

1) Is there anything you would say to people about why they should buy locally rather than go elsewhere, such as large retail Supermarkets?

It is important to support our industry for jobs, not only do we land one of the most good quality fish in the country, it provides people with jobs, it’s about sustainability.

We don’t take all the stocks because we fish daily and locally, we only take what we need plus you are always guaranteed fresh fish. We buy from day boats, and are probably the only ones in Cornwall who specialise from Looe fish.  We are the 5^th generation of fish mongers from the family business, and between all of us there is over 100 years of experience.

2) Is anything else you would like to add about your business that is significant to you?

We are responsible buyers who buy from responsible fishermen, who fish sustainably.

The business is also unique because it is run by all women.

3) Are there any fish recipes you would suggest ?

Because the fish is so fresh you don’t need to over complicate it because the taste will be fresh, you can season the fish with a coat of flour and sprinkle a bit of black pepper on the fish, then fry it piping hot with oil and the juice of a lemon.