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British chefs sampled Arctic Salmon from North Cape

International star chefs gained a unique insight into Norwegian aquaculture when the Norwegian Seafood Council took them to Ocean Stories, where our smoked North Cape salmon made an impression.

  • Published: September 16, 2025
  • Category: Food

During a visit with the Norwegian Seafood Council, the chef group received a comprehensive tour at Ocean Stories, focusing on fish health, feed content, and sustainable food production. Along the way, they not only learned but also tasted, as our own smoked Arctic Salmon was served with great enthusiasm. The visit provided valuable insight into how Norwegian salmon is produced and offered a new perspective that they will bring back to the UK market.

The encounter with Norwegian aquaculture surprised British chefs

Ocean Stories hosted distinguished guests when the Norwegian Seafood Council, led by Bjørn-Erik Stabell, took a group of renowned British chefs and a journalist from Chefs Magazine on a tour through Finnmark. The group included three Michelin chefs, two emerging young stars in the culinary world, and a teacher from Culinary Arts at Westminster Kingsway College.

During the visit, the group received an in-depth tour of Ocean Stories, where topics such as fish health, feed content, and sustainable seafood production were central. For us, it is essential that professional food communicators and chefs gain insight into how Norwegian salmon is actually produced, and why it is safe, healthy, and sustainable food.

 

Smoked Salmon from Arctic Norway

One of the day's highlights was when we brought out our own Arctic Salmon, smoked at Kranes Kjøkken on Sørøya. The chefs were delighted as they tried freshly sliced samples with their own knives, and the flavor was clearly well received. Feedback was enthusiastic regarding quality, texture, and taste.

Throughout the day, the chefs asked numerous professional and engaged questions. They expressed great respect for the innovation in Norwegian aquaculture and all that the industry has achieved in just a few decades. They leave with updated knowledge, new impressions—and perhaps also inspired to feature more Norwegian farmed salmon in future menus.

An educational and inspiring day for both our guests and our team at Ocean Stories.Thank you very much for your visit!

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