The article provides an overview of the fish market in Bulgaria during the holiday season, focusing on the prices and availability of St. Nicholas carp and other fish types such as turbot. The average price for carp is around 6-7 levs or BGN 5.45-5.99 per kilogram in retail chains, making it the most popular holiday fish. Despite the majority of fish being imported from countries like Spain, Norway, and Turkey, consumers do not seem to mind. However, the National Food Safety Agency (NAFA) is actively inspecting fish shops and markets to prevent the sale of carp caught by poachers around Burgas. The article also offers tips on identifying fresh fish by its smell, texture, and appearance.