#spoon fishing trout

[kvetch19]

[betweenapitchandacast]

Follow These Fishing Tips to Catch Elusive Brown Trout

Are you ready to embark on the ultimate fishing adventure and catch the elusive brown trout? These fascinating freshwater fish are native to Europe and Asia but have made their way to many parts of the world, including North America. Brown trout are highly sought-after game fish for their distinctive markings and challenging nature, making them a true prize for any angler. So, are you ready to…

[rivalswrites]

Tuesday

Before you read, please be warned that I'm writing based on my impressions of them not only in the game (though it's the biggest inspiration), but some of them with the movies/shows in mind too.

Reader(you) is referred to as ‘Chef’, no appearance mentioned.

Restaurant masterlist

Characters: Steven Grant (Moon Knight), Doctor Strange, Namor, Squirrel Girl

Ah yes, the second- or third depending on who you ask- day of the week, how exciting. It's another shorter day from the rest of the week, but there's still plenty to do. Knowing the regulars that come in, the day won't require too much stress. So with a yawn, you flip the door sign to ‘open’ and get to work.

Again, the day is roughly spent doing some chores; cleaning, dusting, prepping ingredients. You also decided to make a warm soup base, mostly just for fun, maybe you'll make it a special edition to the menu for the day- yeah, that sounds good. Taking a deep inhale of the steam releasing from the pot of simmering soup, it spreads throughout the kitchen and makes the atmosphere even better.

‘ding’ the door rings as it opens, and you put the lid back on the pot to let it continue to cook and stay warm. Ladle in hand, you walk out and greet your first customer- not expecting who to see. He wasn't not a regular, but always welcome in the walls of the restaurant. His bright white suit a stark contrast to the darker colors of the walls.

“Hey you! Whichever one it is.. take a seat buddy” gesturing around to the empty place, the hero(?) nods and takes the space of a booth to himself. The hood is brought down and his mask follows, a smile sat on his face.

“Hey yourself- oh it smells good, what are you making?” He asks, leaning forward like it'll give him a better smell. “Oh, that's just a soup base, I'm not sure what to do with it yet” you replied, waving a menu in front of him as an offering but he refuses.

“Just my regular Tofu please- and some of that soup if you don't mind!” He leans on his hand, still a bright smile on his face. “You got it Steven. It'll be a minute, I wasn't expecting you today”.

“You never do” he calls out as you walk away, his comment makes the both of you give out a chuckle. He was right.

Steven sat quietly, tapping his hand on the table as he hummed along to the random song playing. It was catchy, most certainly, he'd have to ask for the playlist you've got later- he always forgets to.

Your claims of it taking long were a lie, it doesn't take long to cook tofu, vegetables, and rice. The tray is sat on the table as you set the plate of food in front of him, along with a bowl full of soup that steamed and has chunks of potatoes floating in it. “Enjoy, Steven”, to which he responded with “you know I will, chef” with a nod as he grabbed the spoon to try the soup first.

Before you even got the chance to go back to the kitchen, another customer entered the store, a regular of the day this time.

“Ah, Chef! It is a grace to be in my presence” he says, holding out a largely wrapped item to them “prepare my usual with this, it is fresh so take good care of it.”

“Right…” you say, eyeing the wrapped item before grabbing it, “you always know how to flatter me, Namor…”

The wrap is lifted slightly just to come eye to eye with a fish, it's dead eye looking… somewhere? Steven leans forward to see, and so you give him the satisfaction of seeing it by lifting the cloth more and gesturing it towards him. He staggers back into the seat with a quiet “eugh” and it gives you a good laugh.

Namor sits in one of the bigger booths in the corner, it's supposed to sit a party of 10 but when you tried telling him that the first time he came he claimed he was a king and deserved such seating. Fighting him on it was useless, he was relentless on his choice so eventually you just gave up on it, not like you got large parties anyways.

Carrying the big fish that might've been a trout into the back you debate on how you'll prepare it. He never tells you how he wants it, and usually he doesn't complain whatever you do with it which is nice. Something basic for today will do.

Steven keeps glancing at Namor from across the restaurant, trying to focus on his food.

“You keep looking at me, is it because I am a king?” Namor calls out, smirking as he leans forward on the table, “of course it is! You humans always are befuddled with beautiful royalty like me” he boasts, the proudest look on his face.

“Well… Not really” Steven muttered in reply, swirling the soup around with his spoon.

“Excuse me? Then why do you stare? Do you not like my presence? All you humans are the same” Namor scoffed, his fists laying on the table as he flared over at Steven.

“What? No! It's not that, it's-!” Steven stammers, trying to save himself from this hole. “It's nothing like that Namor, give poor Steven a break” you butt in, holding a large platter in your hands. “He's a vegan, he doesn't eat any animal products, that's all.” You set down the platter full of assorted sushi in front of Namor, “he doesn't find it okay to do such things to animals, but he doesn't mean anything insulting and he won't argue with you.”

“Ah… I did not know humans were so dumb” Namor responded, grabbing a piece of sushi and eating it without complaint. “Watch it buddy, I'm a human too- and last time I checked I'm the one making your food” with a playful glare you turn around and shoot a smile at Steven, who has a hand on his chest and taking deep breaths- he gives a really awkward smile in return.

Sanitizing the kitchen doesn't take long, but the smell of fish lingers around it. A small bowl is picked out and filled with soup, some soy sauce and basil added to it specially. You figured you'd try and appeal to Namor’s tastes while he's here, being nice got you a big tip with him, and who doesn't like money? He looks at the bowl before looking up at you, “what is this?”

“Soup”

“I did not order this”

“I know, it's uh…” shoot, you can't tell him it's because you need to get rid of it! “Complimentary, to my favorite King of the Sea!”

Imaginary sweat fell down your brow and he raised a brow at that, but the feeling went away quickly as he smiled with pride. Idiot.

“Of course I am! Everyone should love me as much as you do” he says, picking up the bowl and downing it. “Delicious, give me more” he demanded, holding out the bowl for you to take.

“You got it, your majesty…” sometimes you forget how bossy he was, you complain to yourself as you take the bowl from his hands.

Steven stands up and adjusts the armor on his chest, “right, I've got to get going.” He pulls out a $20 and waves it in your direction, “this,” he nods to the bill “is for today.” He sets it down on the table. “And this,” he pulls out another $20 “is for next time, because I know someone will forget to pay again.”

Both of you laugh at that, because it was absolutely a true statement. “I appreciate it Steven, say hello to your God for me... I always forget his name, is that rude?” You mutter the end part, walking into the back to grab more soup.

Steven chooses not to comment on the last part, simply waving as he opens the door and walks out. Namor pays no mind to anything going on, enjoying his extremely fresh sushi with as much joy as a man like him can have.

It's quiet for a while, other than the sound of you messing around in the kitchen. Getting a refill for the soup was easy, and you even switched out the bowl for something of regular size, he's a man with a large stomach- somehow, his waist is so small and yet he eats so much. You ponder on his workout routine as you walk out to give the bowl to him. No comment about your thoughts are made.

Another customer enters before you get the chance to go busy yourself with something in the kitchen, but he doesn't use the door as others do. Instead he walks through a portal of orange that appeared near the bar area and takes a seat, waving you over gently.

“Doctor, a pleasure to see you. I hear a lot has been going on with you recently” you place a hand on his shoulder as a comfort. He looks at you from over his shoulder and offers a smile.

“There has, but I'll be alright in the end. The sorcerer supreme will always prevail” he signs, resting his hands on the bar counter. “My usual please, and a pot of tea.”

“Any specific kind? I've got a large variety.”

“Any is fine, I'm not particular about it.”

You let out a quiet hum and left him be, opting to pick up the dishes Steven had used. With the plate and bowl on your hands you walk back to the kitchen and place them in the sink rather roughly, they were fine, your dishes were the best of the best- that minimum wage could buy.

Setting a kettle on the stove, you check to see if there's water. Once confirmed there's water, you turn on the stove and go rummage through a cabinet, grabbing a bunch of tea boxes and looking at the favores. With a few in your arms you work out and set them down next to the Doctor, “I can't pick…” you mutter and look away. Strange just chuckles and picks up the boxes to take a look himself.

“Why would anyone want to change anything about water, it is great on its own” Namor says, raising his voice so he knows that both you and Steven heard him.

Steven pays no mind, simply holding up two boxes of tea and comparing the two. You, on the other hand, take the time to make conversation.

“Many people make tea, sometimes it's just because it tastes good and sometimes it's because it can have medicinal values. Y'know, like when you've got a sore throat ‘n stuff.” you said all matter-a-factly. Namor stares at you like you're crazy before scoffing and going back to his food.

“This one, please” Steven said, holding out a box of Rooibos tea to show off the winner. “You got it, Doc” you point finger guns at him with a wink- which gets a ghost of a laugh from him- and take all the boxes and leave.

While waiting for the water to boil you prepare his sandwich. Cutting slices of cheese and laying meats gently on before busting out a pan.

“How is it on your end, in New York? Obviously it's not as great as being underwater, but I've heard many people talk of the…” Namor pauses in thought, “the big apple.” Steven barked out a laugh at that, hearing such a closed off from the outside world person say ‘big apple’ in such a hesitant way.

“It's stressful, that's for sure. My question is why someone like you is asking that.” Strange turns around to look at Namor while they talk. “What do you mean ‘someone like you’? I can ask questions and be a.. considerate person like anyone else. I am simply curious about how everyone else is handling the mess that is the universe collapsing.” Namor lifts his head in arrogance, his tone was borderline threatening near the beginning but leveled out quickly.

They both just stared at each other, almost like they were challenging one another to say something. The tension was thick- and mostly came from Namor, but it was there nonetheless.

“Here you go, Strange!...” You said, walking out of the kitchen. Pausing and looking from side to side at them both, awkward - possibly sexual - tension? Placing his Philly cheesesteak in front of him along with a cup of tea, you pat his shoulder and awkwardly walk backwards- hitting the counter on the way back to the kitchen.

It didn't take love for Strange to turn back around, his level headedness showing as he calmingly proceeds to eat his sandwich and drink his tea. There's still tension, but it lessens as the two men continue to eat and think their own thoughts.

“Hey-o! Squirrel in the house!” The door bursts open, Doreen’s arms are up in the air as Tippy Toe sits on her head. Namor shows distaste in the loud arrival with an annoyed look on his face, but he doesn't say anything and just grubles into his bowl of soup (which he was thoroughly enjoying beforehand).

She takes a look around the restaurant before huffing and putting her hands down, “tough crowd, huh Tippy?” the tiny squirrel chitters back at her in reply and moved to her shoulder, further away from everyone else. “It's whatever, I just want some dinner- oh hey Steven! Fancy seeing you here pal” she says, walking over to the doctor and patting a hand on his back (more like slapped, he definitely lurched forward a bit from the impact- but he makes no comment on it).

“Doreen, a pleasure to see you again” Strange replies, taking a swig of his tea after he does. “Likewise, Doctor Sorcerer! I didn't know you enjoyed chowing down at this place,” she says, turning so her back leans on the bar counter “yeah, this place is pretty underground if I do say so myself. I'm definitely the number one patron” the bragging begins, but it's all in good fun.

“I'm sorry to say missy, but you aren't exactly number one…” you say, walking out with a hot bowl of soup, “how about something warm while you wait? Your usual, yeah?” Doreen sighs, and takes a seat at a table, “yes please! I'm starved, so is Tippy.”

“I bet,” you say, setting the bowl down and reaching to bet the little squirrel “you are just the cutest thing, every time I see you. Yes you are” you baby the little critter, rubbing it's cheeks and scratching behind the ears. “Man, I'm kinda jealous with how much you fawn over him” Doreen jokes, leaning on the table with a smirk, “no praise for little ol��� me?”

You let out a chuckle and look down at her, “If you really want it, I can provide” letting go of Tippy Toe you boop her nose and turn to go into the kitchen.

“You humans never cease to amaze me, such joy about nothing” Namor says, standing up and pushing hair strands out of his face. He sets the empty bowl on top of the equally empty plate and then pulls out a leather pouch that was hooked on his pants. He doesn't even bother to open it and just slams the pouch on the table, glancing at Doreen before smirking as he knows she's amazed and possibly thinking he's the number one patron (which he obviously is, in his mind).

Neither Doreen or Steven say a thing as Namor walks out of the establishment, chest up in pride.

“What a vibe killer” Doreen sighs, sipping at the soup with a spoon. Strange hums in agreement and gets up himself. “It appears it's my time to go as well- enjoy your meal, Doreen Green” he bids farewell, taking out a $20 and setting it between the counter and a plate. “Bye bye” she waves, leaning back in her seat and laying her head back to look up at the ceiling.

Tippy Toe sat curled around the bowl of soup, enjoying the warmth like he was a dog next to a fireplace. Doreen hummed along to the music in the background, tapping her finger along on the table and rocking her leg from side to side. Waiting came easy to her- while she was eccentric by nature, she knew how to be calm.

“Here you go Doreen,” you come out and place a plate in front of her “warm Pad Thai for my favorite queen of critters.”

“Queen of critters? Wow you know how to make a girl blush.” Doreen smiles, thanking you before digging in.

While she eats, you go around and pick up the dishes and sweet, sweet coin that was left by your generous customers. Thinking about it, you don't think Namor knew how much he was actually giving you- and Steven wasn't really fussy with money, or maybe they both knew and just didn't care.

“So,” Doreen starts, pausing to swallow her food first “if I'm not your number one customer, who is?” a valid question with an easy answer. “Easy, a special guy in a white suit stops by more than everyone else.”

“Wilson Fisk??” Her voice raises, concern etched on her face.

“What? Uh- no, the moon guy”

“Oh… Oh, him! Wait more than everyone else? I thought doors only opened once a week” she questioned, continuing to eat.

“Oh yeah, that's how it should work, I've got no idea how he does it.” You ponder about it for a moment before shrugging and sitting across from her.

“Makes sense for a guy like him” she says, picking her food meticulously to get a perfect bite. The two of you sit in silence like that, her eating her food while you pet and play with Tippy. Until eventually she's all done.

“Amazing as always, chef, thank you” Doreen smiles, standing up and offering up a $20 just like Strange did. “Thank you Doreen, I'm always happy to serve you.”

Tippy Toe chitters at you and then runs over to Doreen, climbing up her arm and onto her shoulder. “Tippy Toe loves coming here too, a big fan he is” she smiles and waves bye, Tippy seems to do the same.

With her gone that marks the end of the day, pocketing the money she gave you and picking up her dishes. You've got a sink full of dishes that needed to be done, so you've got some time to think about what you'll do for the rest of the day.

[lotusrootdesignerpants]

when i started running food i could barely carry two plates (in my defence: large, heavy, extremely hot, heaving lamb juices perpetually threatening to overflow the central depression). taking two on one arm requires the upper one to be poised on the wrist with stabilisation from the thumb and pinky and the lower to be supported only by the three long fingers. if either plate is heavy or possibly actually a stack of plates piled with cutlery and food scraps and serviettes, particularly if it is a stack made by customers who with the best of intentions have left their forks and half-eaten chicken wedged between adjacent plates so the tower has a strong teeter, it is actually easier to carry with another one on the same arm than alone. the other offsets its mass. there is a thin collar running around the perimeter of a plate's underside, which becomes the resting place of the allotted two or three fingers so that the heat is felt less. bowls of potatoes or dips, shallow but wide, can be held between the curled thumb and index finger so the contents are not touched. this amazes you when you first perform it: you cannot believe the strength in these tiny muscles. for crudos, the fifty-dollar rainbow trout, or the two-hundred-dollar coral trout, the serving cutlery must be carried beneath the enormous steel plate, to be whisked out for the final flourish like a rabbit from a hat. no guests have ever been impressed by this. our specialty dish is served sizzling in a pan. a napkin of awkward size is wrapped around the handle one and a half times with the ends deftly tucked underneath and then a spoon and fork are tucked underneath this for the excruciating walk (first-degree burns usually result if the napkin falls the slightest bit askew) and, again, flicked out to be rested facedown on the pan's contents at the moment of serving, though of course there is always kerfuffle at the now smoke-filled table and the spoon and fork rarely fall to rest adjacently, let alone in parallel. efficiently polishing cutlery requires a deep familiarity with the handfeel of all objects that may be encountered while fishing around in the hot vinegary murk of the repurposed sick-bucket. you get to be like a casino dealer who can pick exactly twenty chips effortlessly, without counting, except you are pulling out twenty dessert forks and not a single normal fork let alone spoon or knife or sneaky little oyster fork. the tongs are unwieldy, kind of resembling a large-pincered crab. the secret is in wedging a thumb into the hinge for stabilisation and curling the fingers cloaked in a napkin around whichever crab arm is not currently subject to the other hand’s scrubbing. there is a way to carry thirty of these items onehanded in a pinwheel. the plates are polished in a stack, by pouring the same vinegar solution onto the topmost plate, tipping it onto the next plate, and then wiping the remaining residue off the first. the napkins are wrenched out of soft plastic, a surprisingly annoying task. the sloppy, asymmetrical way in which they are doubled over at the napkin factory can be harnessed for better aesthetics if the resultant margin is faced towards you and preserved throughout the origami so that the seams end up tucked invisibly inside. napkin origami for the hot pan handles is subtly different. the seams are embraced in the folding because they serve some functional role in heat protection. these napkins are black, though, so that the unsightliness of the seams is not quite so obvious

[tj-dragonblade]

You know me, always, always asking about mer Hob

@kydrogendragon (combining same-wip asks bc life stole my spoons and I will not be drafting new snippets for these as I'd originally hoped to)

MerHob started because I wanted to write a mer AU and I wanted to incorporate some actual fish mating behavior which is why I based him on the leopard coral trout. Here's a pic for color reference:

His tail's the bright orange with the blue spots and all his fins are that bright yellow of the fish's pectoral fins. He's probably got a dorsal fin running from his human back down the fishtail a ways, too - I'm no artist and I'm still undecided on all the details, but he's got long hair and ear fins and neck gills and his chest/arms are still hairy. Selkie blood in his family tree accounts for the hair and also makes it easier for him to turn human than most mers. I have unfortunately not written anything more for the 'main fic' than the substantial bits in the wip: MerHob tag. BUT. I have a bingo square for 'almost caught' and the October monthly prompt 'Injury Recovery' that I want to combine using MerHob for something (please I am praying) short. And maybe from his pov since the main story is from Dream's? Idk but I gotta get moving on it, in any case.

WIP Title Ask Game

[johnschneiderblog]

Fish No. 1

After blowing me off in my first attempt earlier this week (and soaking me, to boot), Huron gave me a second chance Thursday.

It wasn't what you would call a bluebird kind of day; it was cool and overcast with a slight chop on the water - a fishy looking kind of day.

I hooked this lake trout - the first fish of the season for me - on a spoon, trolling in 90 feet of water. Six hours later, it was dinner for four.

I'm happy to get the skunk out of the box (translation: I'm happy to replace the nothingness in my cooler with something.)

[chipmunkweirdo]

can everyone share their favorite music artist/s?

Ooooh! Good request!

ALVIN: Let’s see…AJR, Simple Plan, Michael Jackson, Owl City, The Beatles, Billy Joel, Dolly Parton, Pat Benatar, Elton John, Bon Jovi, Elvis Presley, Alan Jackson, Blake Shelton, Luke Bryan, One Direction, Adam Levine, Bruno Mars, Lady Gaga, The Barenaked Ladies, REM, The B52s, Weird Al, and well….too many to name. Can I also say myself?

BRITTANY: My top favorites are P!nk, Sabrina Carpenter, Olivia Rodrigo, Lady Gaga, Miley Cyrus, Avril Lavigne, Katy Perry, Cyndi Lauper, Whitney Houston, The Go Gos, The Bangles, Madonna, Carrie Underwood, and Kelly Clarkson.

JEANETTE: I like Selena Gomez, Zendaya, Sara Barellies, Colbie Calliat, Cascada, Owl City, Carly Rae Jepson, Belinda Carlisle, The Beatles, Celine Dion, Olivia Newton John, Natasha Bedingfield, Mandy Moore, and Abba. I also like Taylor Swift’s music, but I’m not sure I can support her when she isn’t environmentally conscious.

ELEANOR: Meghan Trainor, Smash Mouth, Joan Jett, The Hex Girls from Scooby Doo, Paramore, Ozzy Osborne, Halsy, Radiohead, Simple Minds, Dua Lipa, The Pointer Sisters, Roxette, Hall and Oats, Adele, The Clash, and Avril Lavigne. (That last one is one of the few things I have in common with Brittany.)

SIMON: John Legend, Huey Lewis and the News, Lewis Capaldi, Roger Whittaker, NSYNC, The Weekend, Frank Sinatra, Jonas Brothers, BTS, Oh Geeez, (from YouTube) Nickleback, Queen, John Denver, Imagine Dragons, Jamiroquai, Walk The Moon, and Andy Grammar.

THEODORE: Mine are…Big Time Rush, Jesse McCartney, Rad Grammar, Trout Fishing In America, Rafi, Carly Simon, The Lovin’ Spoonful, Journey, The Turtles, Wang Chung, Phineas and Ferb, Kool and the Gang, Tim McGraw, Shakira, Lesley Gore, Katrina and the Waves, Ross Lynch, The My Little Pony cast, and Idina Menzel.

ME: And mine? The Chipmunks and Chipettes lol. But also getting into AJR! I’ve been into Owl City for ages too.

[nibblette]

The Gangsey’s list of possible Hallowee costumes

Gansey

Glendower, duh

super accurate Medieval/Renaissance lord

1930s train hopping hobo

A forest

A politician

A cowboy (“yeehaw! Battered and broken, just like women like them”😂)

A fancy show pigeon 😂 (a La when Mallory calls him from a pigeon show and rambles on about it)

A Pig 🚘 Transformer bot

Stereotypical gym bro 😂

Anime school girl

Literal “President Cellphone”

Mountain man

Cat with nine lives (sexy cat?😅)

One of the Three Stooges (group costume with Blue and Cheng)

Henry Cheng

Congress? (Idk how that would work)

Capitol Hill?

Ruth Bader Ginsburg

A Teal (duck)

Greaser/“bad boy”

The Doctor (I’m seeing him as the Tom Barker one with the scarf)

A bee or wasp (the spookiest thing he can think of)

A brook trout or the golden flying fish (from Cabeswater)

A (yogurt) spoon (couples costume with Blue as the yogurt cup 😅)

A mint plant

[imexperiencinggrowthgetoverit]

List of all SDV and SDV:E (Stardew Valley: Expanded) Giftable Items

Horseradish

Daffodil

Leek

Dandelion

Parsnip

Cave Carrot

Coconut

Cactus

Banana

Sap

Large Egg

Egg

Milk

Large Milk

Green Bean

Cauliflower

Potato

Garlic

Kale

Rhubarb

Melon

Tomato

Morsel

Blueberry

Fiddlehead Fern

Hot Pepper

Wheat

Radish

Red Cabbage

Starfruit

Corn

Rice

Eggplant

Artichoke

Pumpkin

Bokchoy

Yam

Chanterelle

Cranberry

Holly

Beets

Ostrich Egg

Salmonberry

Amouranth

Pale Ale

Hops

Void Egg

Mayonnaise

Duck Mayonnaise

Void Mayonnaise

Clay

Copper Bar

Silver Bar

Gold Bar

Iridium Bar

Refined Quartz

Honey

Pickles

Jam

Beer

Wine

Juice

Clam

Poppy

Copper Ore

Silver Ore

Coal

Gold Ore

Iridium Ore

Wood

Stone

Nautilus Shell

Coral

Summer Shell

Spice Berry

Sea Urchin

Grape

Spring Onion

Strawberry

Sweet Pea

Common Mushroom

Wild Plum

Hazelnut

Blackberry

Winter Root

Crystal Fruit

Snow Yam

Sweet Gem Berry

Crocus

Red Mushroom

Sunflower

Purple Mushroom

Cheese

Goat Cheese

Cloth

Truffle

Truffle Oil

Coffee Bean

Goat Milk

Large Goat Milk

Wool

Duck Egg

Duck Feather

Caviar

Lucky Rabbit’s Foot

Aged Roe

Ancient Fruit

Mead

Tulip

Summer Spangle

Fairy Rose

Blue Jazz

Apple

Green Tea

Apricot

Orange

Peach

Pomegranate

Cherry

Bug Meat

Hardwood

Maple Syrup

Oak Resin

Pine Tar

Slime

Bat Wing

Rusty Blade

Swirl Stone

Solar Essence

Void Essence

Void Pebble

Void Shard

Void Soul

Fiber

Battery

Dinosaur Mayonnaise

Roe

Squid Ink

Tea Leaves

Ginger

Taro Root

Pineapple

Mango

Cinder Shard

Magma Cap

Bone Fragment

Radioactive Ore

Radioactive Bar

Ancient Fiber

Bearberry

Conch

Dried Sand Dollar

Ferngill Primrose

Golden Ocean Flower

Goldenrod

Green Mushroom

Four-Leaf Clover

Monster Fruit

Monster Mushroom

Mushroom Colony

Poison Mushroom

Red Baneberry

Salal Berry

Slime Berry

Rafflesia

Sports Drink

Stamina Capsule

Thistle

Void Root

Winter Star Ross

Dewdrop Berry

Aged Blue Moon Wine

Blue Moon Wine

Aegis Elixir

Armor Elixir

Barbarian Elixir

Gravity Elixir

Haste Exilir

Hero Elixir

Lightning Elixir

Pufferfish

Anchovy

Tuna

Sardine

Bream

Largemouth Bass

Smallmouth Bass

Rainbow Trout

Salmon

Walleye

Perch

Carp

Catfish

Pike

Sunfish

Red Snapper

Herring

Eel

Octopus

Red Mullet

Squid

Seaweed

Green Algae

Seacucumber

Super Seacucumber

Ghost Carp

White Algae

Stone Fish

Crimsonfish

Angler

Icepip

Lava Eel

Legend

Sandfish

Scorpion Carp

Flounder

Midnight Carp

Mutant Carp

Sturgeon

Tiger Trout

Bullhead

Tilapia

Chub

Dorado

Albacore

Shad

Lingcod

Halibut

Lobster

Crayfish

Crab

Cockle

Mussel

Shrimp

Snail

Periwinkle

Oyster

Woodskip

Glacierfish

Void Salmon

Slimejack

Midnight Squid

Spookfish

Blobfish

Stingray

Lionfish

Blue Discus

Baby Lunaloo

Bonefish

Bull Trout

Butterfish

Clownfish

Daggerfish

Dulse Seaweed

Frog

Gemfish

Goldenfish

Grass Carp

King Salmon

Kittyfish

Lunaloo

Meteor Carp

Minnow

Puppyfish

Radioactive Bass

Razor Trout

Seahorse

Sea Sponge

Shiny Lunaloo

Snatcher Worm

Starfish

Torpedo Trout

Undeadfish

Void Eel

Water Grub

Dwarf Scroll 1

Dwarf Scroll 2

Dwarf Scroll 3

Dwarf Scroll 4

Chipped Amphora

Arrowhead

Ancient Doll

Elvish Jewelry

Chewing Stick

Ornamental Fan

Dinosaur Egg

Rare Disc

Ancient Sword

Rusty Spoon

Rusty Spur

Rusty Cog

Chicken Statue

Ancient Seed

Prehistoric Tool

Dried Starfish

Anchor

Glass Shards

Bone Flute

Prehistoric Handaxe

Dwarvish Helm

Dwarf Gadget

Ancient Drum

Golden Mask

Golden Relic

Strange Doll

Strange Doll

Prehistoric Scapula

Prehistoric Tibia

Prehistoric Skull

Skeletal Hand

Prehistoric Rib

Prehistoric Vertebrae

Skeletal Tail

Nautilus Shell

Amphibian Fossil

Palm Fossil

Trilobite

Emerald

Aquamarine

Ruby

Amethyst

Topaz

Jade

Diamond

Prismatic Shard

Quartz

Fire Quartz

Frozen Tear

Earth Crystal

Alamite

Bixite

Baryite

Aerinite

Calcite

Dolomite

Esperite

Fluorapatite

Geminite

Helvite

Jamborite

Jagoite

Kyanite

Lunarite

Malachite

Nepunite

Lemon Stone

Nekoite

Orpiment

Petrified Slime

Thunder Egg

Pyrite

Ocean Stone

Ghost Crystal

Tiger’s Eye

Jasper

Opal

Fire Opal

Celestine

Marble

Sandstone

Granite

Basalt

Limestone

Soapstone

Hematite

Mudstone

Obsidian

Slate

Fairy Stone

Star Shards

Fried Egg

Omelet

Salad

Cheese Cauliflower

Baked Fish

Parsnip Soup

Vegetable Medley

Complete Breakfast

Fried Calimari

Strange Bun

Lucky Lunch

Fried Mushrooms

Pizza

Bean Hotpot

Glazed Yams

Carp Surprise

Hashbrowns

Pancakes

Salmon Dinner

Fish Taco

Crispy Bass

Pepper Poppers

Bread

Tom Kha Soup

Trout Soup

Chocolate Cake

Pink Cake

Rhubarb Pie

Cookies

Spaghetti

Spicy Eel

Sashimi

Maki Roll

Tortilla

Red Plate

Eggplant Parmesan

Rice Pudding

Ice Cream

Bluberry Tart

Autumn’s Bounty

Pumpkin Soup

Super Meal

Cranberry Sauce

Stuffing

Farmer’s Lunch

Survival Burger

Dish’O’The Sea

Miner’s Treat

Roots Platter

Triple Shot Espresso

Seafoam Pudding

Algae Soup

Pale Broth

Plum Pudding

Artichoke Dip

Stir Fry

Roasted Hazelnuts

Pumpkin Pie

Radish Salad

Fruit Salad

Blackberry Cobbler

Cranberry Candy

Bruschetta

Coleslaw

Fiddlehead Risotto

Poppyseed Muffin

Chowder

Fish Stew

Escargot

Lobster Bisque

Maple Bar

Crab Cakes

Shrimp Cocktail

Ginger Ale

Banana Pudding

Mango Sticky Rice

Poi

Tropical Curry

Squid Ink Ravioli

Mushroom Berry Rice

Big Bark Burger

Flower Cookie

Frog Legs

Glazed Butterfish

Grampleton Orange Chicken

Mixed Berry Pie

Baked Berry Oatmeal

Void Delight

Void Salmon Sushi

[askwhatsforlunch]

Chives and Chervil Cream

This fresh and fragrant Chives and Chervil Cream is so versatile it will accommodate fish, pasta and potatoes alike! Happy Monday!

Ingredients (makes about 3/4 cup):

3/4 crème fraîche or sour cream

a small bunch Garden Chives 

a small bunch Garden Chervil 

12 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper

Spoon crème fraîche into a small bowl.

Finely chop fresh Chives and Chervil. Add chopped herbs to the crème fraîche, along with black pepper. Give a good stir to combine.

Spoon into serving bowl, and chill in the fridge, a couple of hours, to allow herbs to infuse the cream.

Serve Chives and Chervil Cream with poached fish, such as salmon or trout, dollop onto boiled or baked potatoes, or use as a base in salad dressings or pasta sauce...

[robbiefishing]

How Do Trout Even Get This Big In Small Streams?

This was a wonderful session of trout fishing with Micro Spoons.

[rabbitcruiser]

National Caviar Day 

Caviar can be expensive, but for one day indulge in the delicacy. Varieties from some fish are cheaper than others, so shop around and try it out.

There’s a delicacy that is the very definition of elegance in the minds of most people, it’s a mysterious word that brings together a longing for the better things in life, with a strange revulsion once you think too carefully about what it is. There are many things that are referred to by the same name, but only one of them stands as the one true caviar. True Caviar comes from one of a few types of sturgeon, and National Caviar Day celebrates this taste of decadence, and the history behind it.

History of National Caviar Day

Caviar has a strange history, when you consider the place that it holds in society today. The origins, however, remain the same. Caviar is the roe (or eggs) of the female of a number of species of sturgeon, with beluga being the most popular and well known variety of sturgeon. Long ago caviar was served for free in much the same way peanuts often are today, given away free to foster thirst and encourage people to imbibe even more. Proper caviar comes in many colors, though it is most often a deep pearlescent black color, and can account for as much as 25% of a sturgeon’s body weight. For those who don’t know, a sturgeon can weigh in at 300lbs+, meaning a single sturgeon can produce up to 75lbs at a time. Caviar was so popular and the supplies so abundant that North America supplied almost all of the 600 tons a year that went to Europe each year.

Once the ban was put on Sturgeon fishing in the 1906 to protect the dwindling number of them in the ocean, the price of caviar started climbing. By the 1960’s, it was of such a price that it practically defined what it meant to have an elegant, expensive meal. The price has only gone up since then.

How to celebrate National Caviar Day

Celebrating National Caviar Day is delicious and adventurous. While beluga sturgeon may be outside the financial means of many people, that’s not the only kind of caviar there is. National Caviar Day celebrates all of them, even the ‘imposters’ like Salmon, trout, carp, lumpfish, and many more. Get out there and explore the culinary delight that is caviar, and if you’re especially fortunate you can enjoy it from the bowl of a mother-of-pearl spoon. There’s no reason we shouldn’t all be able to eat like King’s and billionaires, if only for one day.

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[image description: three images of fish on a cutting board. First image depicts a rainbow trout surrounded by tomatoes, mushrooms, a ladle, and a pan. Second image depicts a brown flounder with small blood spatter on the board around it. It is surrounded by spinach, potatoes, clams, and a fork and spoon. Third image depicts a fish which does not exist. Fish appears to be similar to an angler fish, but this specimen has many eyes and legs and a wide mouth. There is significant blood spatter on The cutting board and on the knife. It is surrounded by fish hooks, a fish skeleton, tentacles, and eyes. A surreal glitch and blur effect overlays the image at the edges. End description.]

Cooking horror game where you play as a cook working in the galley of a ship in the 1800s. There’s some kind of supernatural nautical horror story going on in the background but you barely notice this because you spend all day cooking in the galley.

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Top 7 Trending Fishing Lures for UK Anglers in 2025

Fishing in the UK is as much a community pastime as it is a sport, and one thing every angler knows is the importance of using the right fishing lure. Whether you’re casting for a feisty pike in the rivers or reeling in sea bass along the coast, your success starts with your lure selection.

Over the years, lure fishing in the UK has experienced incredible growth. Thanks to advancements in technology and a better understanding of fish behaviour, new and innovative lures are hitting the market every year. For 2025, we’re bringing you the top 7 trending fishing lures that are making waves among UK anglers. From soft plastics to hard crankbaits, we’ll explore why these lures are perfect for UK waters and species.

Read on to find out how these lures can transform your fishing game and maximise your catch in 2025.

Why Fish Lure Choice Matters

Fishing lures aren’t just shiny objects to toss in the water; they are precision tools designed to imitate prey, stimulate strikes, and enhance your fishing experience. The right lure can make the difference between an exciting day filled with multiple catches and a frustrating one with none at all.

Here’s why selecting the right fishing lure matters:

Species-Specific Design: Lures are tailored for specific species like pike, perch, trout, or sea bass.

Environmental Adaptation: UK waters vary widely, from rivers and lakes to coastal areas, requiring lures adaptable to these conditions.

Action, Colour, and Size: The action of the lure, its colour, and size can all influence how effectively it attracts fish.

For UK anglers, it’s essential to select versatile, high-quality lures that mirror the natural forage found in British waters. After all, combining the science of lure design with local fishing knowledge is key to success.

Types of Fishing Lures

Before we jump into the trending options for 2025, it’s essential to understand the main types of lures and how they work:

Soft Lures

Design: Soft Lures have Mimic natural prey like worms or small fish.

Best For: Perch, zander, and trout.

UK Tip: Pair soft lures with jig heads for finesse fishing.

Hard Lures

Examples: Hard Lures Include Crankbaits, jerkbaits, and poppers.

Best For: Aggressive predators like pike and sea bass.

Benefits: Realistic swimming action.

Metal Lures

Examples: Metal Lures like Spoons and blade baits.

How They Work: Create flashes and vibrations to attract predators.

Best For: Trout, mackerel, and pollock.

Spinners

Features: Rotating blades that create vibrations and simulate small fish in distress.

Best For: Trout, perch, and chub.

UK Tip: Use in streams and rivers for best results.

Jig Heads

Use: Jig heads are Perfect for bottom fishing or vertical jigging when combined with soft plastic lures.

Best For: Zander and sea bass.

UK Tip: Go weedless for fishing around snags.

Now, let’s explore the top 7 trending lures and why you need them in your tackle box for 2025.

Top 7 Trending Fishing Lures for UK Anglers in 2025

1. Soft Plastic Lures

Why They’re Trending: Soft plastics dominate in versatility. Their lifelike action mimics natural prey, making them super effective for finesse anglers.

Best Use: Perfect for perch, trout, and zander.

Example: Paddle Tail Shads deliver realistic fish movement in rivers and still waters.

Pro Tip: Combine with a jig head to customise depth and action.

2. Crankbaits (Hard Lures)

Why They’re Trending: These are hard to beat for pike and bass fishing, thanks to their deep-diving capabilities and lifelike swimming motion.

Best Use: Ideal for targeting pike in deep lakes or sea bass in coastal areas.

Example: Deep Diving Crankbaits adapt effectively to structured underwater terrain.

Pro Tip: Use in lakes or reservoirs with a slow retrieve for optimal results.

3. Jerkbaits (Hard Lures)

Why They’re Trending: Their erratic darting motion excites and triggers aggressive strikes from predators.

Best Use: Pike and perch fishing.

Example: Suspending Jerkbaits perform best in cold water or during slower retrieves.

Pro Tip: Alternate between stop-and-go retrieves to mimic injured prey.

4. Spoons (Metal Lures)

Why They’re Trending: A staple in every fishing arsenal, their simplicity and effectiveness make them a top choice.

Best Use: Trout, pollock, and mackerel.

Example: Casting Spoons excels in coastal waters.

Pro Tip: Opt for reflective spoons in clear water for maximum visibility.

5. Spinners

Why They’re Trending: A classic lure that remains reliable for UK anglers, especially in rivers and fast-moving waters.

Best Use: Trout, perch, and chub in streams and rivers.

Example: Inline Spinners are simple to use and work like magic.

Pro Tip: Opt for smaller spinners in clear water and larger ones in murky environments.

6. Jig Heads with Soft Plastics

Why They’re Trending: The perfect blend of utility and customisation.

Best Use: Effective for zander, perch, and sea bass.

Example: Weedless Jig Heads are designed for snaggy, weedy areas.

Pro Tip: Experiment with different soft plastic lures to match local forage.

7. Topwater Lures (Hard Lures)

Why They’re Trending: Known for their exhilarating surface strikes, topwater lures deliver an unmatched fishing experience.

Best Use: Pike and sea bass, especially during low-light periods.

Example: Poppers and Frogs create splash and ripple effects.

Pro Tip: Fish these during early mornings or late evenings for optimal results.

How to Choose the Right fishing Lure for UK Waters

To maximise your success when fishing in UK waters, keep these factors in mind:

Species: Match your lure selection to the fish you’re targeting.

Water Conditions: Use natural colours in clear water and brighter, flashy colours in murky conditions.

Seasonality: Adapt your choice based on seasonal trends, as fish behaviour changes throughout the year.

Local Forage: Use lures that resemble the natural prey found in your fishing area.

Tips for Using Trending Lures

Retrieve Techniques: Experiment with varied retrieves to find what works best.

Storage & Maintenance: Clean and store your lures to maintain their effectiveness.

Confidence is Key: Don’t be afraid to try new lures or techniques that challenge your usual style.

Where to Buy the Best Fishing Lures in the UK

If you’re looking to get your hands on the trending lures for 2025, The Angling Hub UK has you covered. From soft plastics and jig heads to premium crankbaits and spinners, our curated collection is tailored for UK waters.

Metal Lures and Spinners Collection Make 2025 Your Best Fishing Year Yet! Staying updated with the latest lure trends is key to enhancing your angling skills and maximising your catch. Whether you’re after pike, trout, or bass, these 7 trending lures for 2025 will keep you ahead of the curve. Don’t wait—gear up with the latest fishing lures from The Angling Hub UK and elevate your fishing game. Shop now and make every cast count!

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10/30pcs Fishing Lure Spinnerbait with Feathered Treble Hooks Rooster Tail Fishing Lures Spoon Lures for Bass Salmon Trout Spinner Baits with Tackle Box

[fishingwithdrew]

Day 6 of 7 (The Saluda River)

I have covered much of Lake Murray, so now I'll share a little about the next closest body of water, the Saluda River. It is the river that is fed by Lake Murray, however the water comes from the bottom of the lake, because of the Saluda stays a cool temperature year-around. This means that you can catch different species in the river compared to the lake. The Saluda is mostly known for its Trout and Striper fishing. I prefer to striper fish in the Slauda river because the fish are typically larger and fight better than the lake fish. The easiest way to catch Striper in the lake is by using live herring on either a bobber or a bottom rig. In the river you can fish from the bank, however it is much easier to kayak or John boat fish. There are so many snags, rocks, and trees to get your fishing line stuck on and being in a boat makes it easier to handle these obstacles. If you were to use artificial bait, I would recommend using either a spoon or a jerk bait (linked). I have caught some of my best fresh water fish on this river, down below you can see a typical fish from the Saluda River.