Prawns, Oysters And Snapper Stars Of Christmas

Prawns, Oysters and Snapper Stars of Christmas

Shoppers are filling their eskies at the Sydney Fish Market 36-Hour Seafood Marathon. They have opted to take the heat out of the kitchen, stocking up with 93kg of Snapper, 83kg of prawns and almost 1,000 oysters each minute.

The annual pre-Christmas shopping extravaganza will continue through the night until 5pm tomorrow, Thursday, 24 December.

More than 80,000 shoppers are expected to visit Sydney Fish Market during the event, purchasing more than 850 tonnes of seafood.

Louise Nock, Marketing and Communications Manager said the annual 36-Hour Seafood Marathon is a convenient service for busy Sydney shoppers.

"With just over one day left until Christmas we all still have a lot of jobs to get done. The 36-hour Seafood Marathon provides an opportunity to tick all those last-minute items off the list and still have time to pick up some delicious fresh seafood for Christmas lunch."

Sydney Fish Market also helps fill the pantry with produce from Waterside Fruit Connection, baked goods from Gregory's Hot Bread, alcohol from Fisherman's Fine Wines, endless catering supplies available from Blackwattle Deli, as well as last minute stocking fillers from Rosie's Gift Shop and blooms to decorate the table available from Waterfront Flowers.

WHAT: Sydney Fish Market 36-Hour Seafood Marathon

WHEN: Until 5pm Thursday, 24 December

WHERE: Sydney Fish Market, Bank St, Pyrmont

Parking is available at Sydney Fish Market for a flat rate of $3.00 for two hours. Additional parking is available at Sydney Secondary College, Blackwattle Bay Campus. Entrance is via Pyrmont Bridge Road and just a two minute walk to Sydney Fish Market.

The Metro Light Rail will operate continuously to the Sydney Fish Market stop throughout the 36-hour Seafood Marathon. Further event information can be found on the 'Events' page on the website www.sydneyfishmarket.com.au. Alternatively, bus services 501 and 443 regularly depart from the city. For route and timetable information visit www.131500.com.au.

FOR FURTHER INFORMATION PLEASE CONTACT:
Sally Fraser
Cox Inall Communications
Mobile: 0418 690 698

SOURCE: Sydney Fish Market