Though 'tis not the genteelest of fish.
You must promise to come, for I said
A splendid red herring I'd buy.
Nay, turn not aside your proud head;
You'll like it, I know, when you try.
"If moisture the herring betray,
Drain till from the moisture 'tis free.
Warm it through in the usual way,
Then serve it for you and for me.