Fight 'Em and Fillet 'Em: WMEAC Puts Asian Carp on the Menu November 30, 2010

WMEAC and San Chez Bistro are putting Asian Carp on the menu as part of an exclusive culinary event to draw awareness to and generate support for local and national efforts to keep the notorious invasive species out of the Great Lakes. Surprisingly, Asian Carp are earning solid reviews from chefs throughout the Mississippi River Basin, where state leaders are attempting to rebrand the fish (which have overtaken local fisheries) as "Silverfin" or "Kentucky Tuna" in an effort to thin their population and keep local fisherman working. 'Fight 'Em & Fillet 'Em' will highlight efforts to keep Asian Carp from ever becoming the catch-of-the-day in Michigan waterways as part of a fun and tasty evening of adventurous eating and cocktails. Featured guests include Dan O'Keefe of the Michigan Sea Grant Southwest District.