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Seabird x Fronting Life Fundraiser 🌟

WE ARE SO EXCITED @seabirdnc is partnering with @frontinglife AGAIN to raise funds for our holistic wellness programs that bring mindfulness, creativity, and authentic human connection to our community. 💛

Fronting Life is a nonprofit rooted in community, offering donation-based programs like meditation + mindfulness groups, creative arts workshops, and healing-centered events. Every space we hold is designed to reduce stress, nurture resilience, and strengthen the bonds that make us thrive together. 🌿✨

🍹 Till Supplies Run Out, Seabird will feature a specialty soda Front + Center—a portion of proceeds will be donated directly to Fronting Life. Every mindful sip helps make wellness more accessible to all.

We’re so grateful to @chefdeanneff , @the1jayjones , and @seabirdnc for supporting local nonprofits and helping us build a healthier, more connected Wilmington. 🌊💫

VISIT www.frontinglife.com for more information!

#SeabirdxFrontingLife #FrontingLife #SeabirdNC #CommunityHealing #Mindfulness taken in Seabird Restaurant by @the1jayjones

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Fresh off the boat and onto the plate.

Fishmongers Ryan and Vic broke down some beautiful, freshly landed Spanish Mackerel for Chef Jay at Seabird, and the kitchen took it from there.

The mackerel was butchered into racks, gently smoked, then roasted over a bed of caramelized leeks and shallots with roasted potatoes and a bright, briny sauce of capers, olives, tomato, and lemon.

Smoky, rich, salty, bright, and a beautiful way to showcase an incredible local catch.

Have you tried the Spanish Mackerel at Seabird? Or do you fancy cooking it at home?

Good news. We land another haul tomorrow! Come see Ryan, T and Vic and take some fresh Spanish Mackerel home for yourself.

From our boats to the fish house to some of the best kitchens in town, it doesn’t get much fresher than that.

#Seabird #SpanishMackerel #FreshCatch #LocalSeafood #SeaToTable Fishmonger WilmingtonNC NCSeafood CoastalCarolina EatLocal by @the1jayjones

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🐟✨ Fresh in at Zora’s — Yellowtail Snapper!

Delicate, slightly sweet and beautifully light & flaky. This lean white fish has a clean, fresh taste that’s milder than many other species — perfect whether you’re a lifelong seafood lover, trying something new, or trying to win the kids over to fish 😉

🔥 HOW TO COOK IT
Grill it, pan-fry it, or roast it whole with lemon, garlic & fresh herbs and let the natural flavour shine. Just as good in:
🌮 Fish tacos
🍚 Over herby rice
🥔 With charred veg & buttery new potatoes

🍷 WHAT TO DRINK
Fresh & vibrant is the vibe:
• Crisp Albariño, Picpoul de Pinet or dry Riesling — brings out the fish’s natural sweetness
• Provence rosé — for warmer evenings

🍺 Beer lover? Try a Belgian witbier (subtle citrus notes) or a crisp Kölsch

🍸 Cocktail hour?
Cucumber Gin Fizz | Paloma | French 75 | Limoncello Spritz — all bright, refreshing, and never overpowering

Come try it while it’s fresh 🙌

#YellowtailSnapper #FreshFish #ZorasKitchen #SeafoodLovers #FishTacos WineAndDine FreshCatch EatLocal SeafoodSpecial DrinkPairing by @the1jayjones

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At Seabird, Chef Jay ensures nothing goes to waste. Here, the leftover collars from a Blueline Tilefish supplied by Zora’s take centre stage, transforming an often overlooked cut into something packed with flavour. It’s a simple, thoughtful way to use more of the fish, reduce waste and champion a more sustainable approach to cooking. @the1jayjones @seabirdnc taken in Zora's by @the1jayjones

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Speaks for itself! Get thee to Zora’s ❤️ by @the1jayjones

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Chef Jay took most of our Blueline Tilefish for Seabird. He wrapped and baked them in Hoja santa leaves. These are aromatic, heart-shaped herbs featuring flavors of anise, eucalyptus, and pepper. Boom! 🔥❤️ by @the1jayjones

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🌿🐟 Fish lovers, meet Hoja Santa. This wonderfully aromatic leaf will bring a bold, herbal flavour to fish and has been used for generations in traditional Mexican cooking to wrap seafood, keeping it beautifully moist.

Psst... You just might enjoy it at Seabird with the Blueline Tilefish one day. 😉 Keep an eye out. It’ll be worth it.

#HojaSanta #FishLovers #Seafood #MexicanCuisine #FoodFacts FreshHerbs GardenEducation HerbGarden DidYouKnow by @the1jayjones

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🐟 Tuna lovers, this is your week! 🐟
We’re featuring three incredible varieties of fresh tuna this week, and you won’t want to miss them!
✨ Today: Fresh Yellowfin Tuna
✨ Tomorrow: Fresh Bluefin Tuna & Blackfin Tuna
Whether you’re making sashimi, poke bowls, seared tuna, or firing up the grill, this is the perfect chance to experience the unique flavor and texture of each variety.
To make your tuna even more memorable, Chef Jay shared his signature Seabird Dressing—a bright, refreshing sauce that’s perfect for fresh seafood.
🥣 Chef Jay’s Seabird Dressing
🍉 1 quart watermelon juice
🍋 ¼ cup fresh lime juice
🍶 ¼ cup rice wine vinegar
🥂 ¼ cup champagne vinegar
🧅 5 finely minced shallots
🌶️ 4 finely minced jalapeños
🐟 3 tablespoons fish sauce
🫚 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
🫒 1 cup neutral oil
Blend all ingredients until smooth and drizzle over fresh tuna, seafood, or even crisp summer salads.
Stop by early for the best selection—these premium tuna varieties won’t last long! We can’t wait to see what you create. 🎣
#FreshTuna #Yellowfin #Bluefin #Blackfin #SeabirdDressing ChefJay FreshSeafood Sashimi Poke GrillSeason SupportLocal by @the1jayjones

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4 months ago

Is there a Zora’s volleyball team and merch, you ask me. Oh yes there is!! by @the1jayjones

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We had beautiful Bonito in at Zora’s, and Seabird’s Chef Jay turned it into something special.
First up: Bonito Crudo — delicately sliced bonito layered with fennel, sea bean soubise, and mojito cucumber. Bright, clean flavors with just the right balance of freshness, richness, and coastal salinity. Every element was built to let the fish shine while adding texture and depth in every bite.
A dish that feels light, vibrant, and unmistakably summer. taken in Zora's by @the1jayjones

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THREE TUNAS CRUDO* ............... at Seabird @seabirdnc
bigeye, blackfin, yellowfin tunas, sesame crunch vinaigrette. With tuna from Zora’s! @zorasmarketandkitchen This be perfection! ❤️ Get thee to Seabird! taken in Seabird Restaurant by @the1jayjones

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