Principessa Platessa is the official website dedicated to North Sea plaice, presenting this popular Dutch fish as a delicious, healthy and versatile ingredient. The site is an initiative of the Dutch Fish Centre, the public relations and marketing office representing the Dutch fishing sector and promoting fish, shellfish and seafood in the Netherlands and abroad.

Principessa Platessa offers a wide collection of plaice recipes and practical cooking guidance, with ideas for preparing the fish by steaming, grilling, barbecuing, stewing or boiling. Visitors can also find advice on buying and storing fresh fish, cleaning it, and understanding preparation times. Beyond the kitchen, the site shares information about plaice’s habitat, fishing methods, auction, processing and journey from sea to table. Health and lifestyle content explains the nutritional qualities of fish, including protein, vitamins and minerals. Articles and news provide further food inspiration and insights. The site also highlights the Dutch fishing sector’s attention to sustainability, ecology, animal welfare, food safety and quality, with the aim of supporting a continuing supply of healthy, responsibly produced seafood.