HUNGRY GERALD

HG first tasted hake, a lush and economical fish, in Madrid many years ago. HG recalls thick filets sauteed in olive oil and garlic, served on a bed of rice, and finished with melted butter, lots of lemon juice and a sprinkle of hot sauce. Very savory eating. HG recently observed that John Dory was HG’s favorite fish–an expensive treat—$34 at the Fearless Fish seafood shop in Providence . HG has changed HG’s mind–the new favorite fish is hake from the Atlantic Ocean bordering Rhode Island. When prepared by BSK, the hake is juicy, cut into silky slices and can be sauteed, fried, steamed, and cooked in the oven on a sheet pan. Yes, it’s versatile—and best of all, it’s affordable. BSK buys excellent hake for $11 a pound at Tony’s Seafood in East Providence. Last night, BSK made a happy meal of sauteed hake in butter sauce with sides of quinoa and delicious asparagus. Once more, BSK created a healthy and very delicious meal. Wonder Woman scores again. Dinner at HG/BSK’s  Central Falls, RI.,loft is a daily pleasure (only marred sometimes by HG’s bad temper as HG struggles with infirmities).