We only buy Plaice between May and December, when the fish are at their absolute best. During these months the fillets are thick, firm and beautifully flavoured - exactly as Plaice should be. As with many other species you can pre-order by getting in touch directly - 07354 849465 that way we can manage variability in size and landings.

One of the UK's most recognisable flatfish, Plaice has delicate white flesh and a wonderfully sweet flavour. It's a versatile fish that works just as well as a simple family supper as it does as the centrepiece of a special meal.

A whole Plaice weighing around 800g to 1kg will comfortably serve two people, although we're occasionally lucky enough to source some real giants weighing well over 2kg.

While Plaice can be filleted if you prefer, we'd always encourage customers to try it cooked on the bone, where it develops even more flavour and remains beautifully moist. When the season is right, there are few fish we'd rather have on the counter.

One of Britain's best-loved flatfish and a true seasonal favourite.

Did you know...
Plaice are easy to recognise thanks to the distinctive bright orange spots scattered across their skin. Young Plaice begin life swimming upright like most fish, but as they grow one eye gradually moves across the top of their head, allowing them to lie flat on the seabed. The largest Plaice can live for more than 20 years and grow to over 70cm long.

Those famous orange spots are unique to Plaice and make them one of the easiest fish on the counter to identify.

Nature clearly decided Plaice needed a little decoration.