Although many San Franciscans think the zesty fish stew known as cioppino was invented in their city, it can actually be traced back to Genoa.

If you're making the striped bass in agrodolce sauce as well as this salad, save 1/3 cup chopped fennel fronds for garnishing the fish.

Agrodolce, an Italian sweet-and-sour sauce, combines vinegar and sugar. For tender results, be sure to peel off any outer layers from the shallots.

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A whole mackerel or bluefish is about 2 feet long, so you will just be able to fit it on an angle in a large rectangular gas grill or a wide oven.

This Moroccan-style dipping sauce would also be delicious on grilled chicken or fish.