Democratic Sentinel, Volume 22, Number 12, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 26 March 1898 — Whitebait. [ARTICLE]

Whitebait.

One of the first things an American orders when he arrives at London is whitebait, of which, however, there is a great variety of species. In February the season for whitebait begins, but then "yawlings,” or yearly herrings, are served. A little later this esteemed delicacy consists cf “heads and eyes,” a small hamparort fish well described by the above phrase. At other times tin* fishermen call the bait “Rooslians,” “Sticklebats” and “polwigs.” In August young sprats appear in large numbers, and these being In appearance a silvery white, give to the little fish its well known name, Whitebait. It is called “bait” because formerly it was exclusively used for baiting lolister and crabs. So long ago as 1780 it was considered a savory dish. When you go to London tiy it, and you will, either out of love for it, or fear at being called provincial, pronounce whitebait a great delicacy.