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What makes kibbeling different from lekkerbek? When are mussels at their best? Here are our answers to the questions we hear at the fish counter.
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Knowledge to help you choose
From the first herring of the year to certifications and planning a fish meal.
Fish facts
Updated 9 November 2026 · 3 min
How much fish per person? Choosing your portions
Lunch, main course or sharing snacks: the right amount depends on your menu. These questions make choosing easier.
Fish facts
Updated 9 November 2026 · 3 min
Kibbeling or lekkerbek: what is the difference?
At Schaap’s, kibbeling is battered pollack in bite-sized pieces. A lekkerbek is one whole hake fillet in a crisp coating.
Fish facts
Updated 9 November 2026 · 4 min
Dutch brown shrimp: small, delicate and full of flavour
Dutch brown shrimp are small with a sweet, briny flavour. Discover how they differ from large prawns, how they are prepared and what MSC means.
Our story
Updated 9 November 2026 · 4 min
Market day in Leiden: behind the fish stall
On Wednesdays, find our stall on Botermarkt by Dille & Kamille. On Saturdays, the family sets up on Aalmarkt by De Waag. Here is what a morning at the market looks like.
Fish facts
3 November 2026 · 4 min
Giving a seafood gift: from collection to the fridge
Plan a chilled seafood gift for family, colleagues or partners: contents, transport, handover and storage.
Fish facts
Updated 3 November 2026 · 4 min
Choosing a seafood platter for a gathering in Voorschoten
Planning a party or birthday in Voorschoten? Choose a seafood platter around your guests, budget and preferences. Read what to arrange with us beforehand.
Fish facts
Updated 29 September 2026 · 4 min
Hollandse Nieuwe: why June’s herring tastes different
Each June, the Netherlands welcomes the new herring. What makes Hollandse Nieuwe special? Its rich, delicate texture.
Sustainability
Updated 29 September 2026 · 5 min
Wild or farmed salmon? Start with its origin
Wild catch and farming tell different stories. Ask about the specific origin, then choose the salmon that suits your dish.
Sustainability
Updated 29 September 2026 · 4 min
Why is mackerel rated red? An honest explanation
Good Fish changed its advice for North-East Atlantic mackerel in April 2025. Origin and fishing method matter when checking a specific product.
Interactive
The fish year — a seasonal calendar
Month by month: seasonal fish ideas. The calendar opens on the current month; ask us about current supply.