Dave the diver

I reckon that taking a break from specimen-hunting to go pleasure fishing is a tonic for the soul

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Serves 4-6Prep time 25 min, plus 45 minbrining and overnight soakingCook time 1 hour 15 min MAKE AHEAD You can make, cool and chill the stew in the fridge for up to 3 days, then gently reheat before s

Bass may be opportunistic feeders but the key to big fish success is tempting them with the dish of the day – as James Batty explains

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