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Mackerel – The Shiny Bounty of Summer

Season 1 Episode 105

Andreas visits the southern Norwegian resort town of Kristiansand, where the Norwegians flock every summer. Andreas goes fishing for mackerel and along the way, he cooks a variety of fish dishes, from fried sprats and mackerel sushi to the ultimate expression of Norwegian summer: grilled and smoked mackerel.

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Andreas visits the coastline of Helgeland, where halibut makes its home.
Yesterday’s Food for the Future
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Andreas visits Rygge, the “vegetable garden” of southeastern Norway.
Food for a Viking
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Danish chef Claus Meyer joins Andreas in Ribe, the oldest town in Scandinavia.
Many Flavors of Lamb
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Andreas travels through the Southwestern Norway during the annual sheep gathering.
Rye Bread for a Queen
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Andreas takes the trip to the “rye belt” to meet up with Finnish chef Sara La Fountain.
The Mother of Invention
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Andreas travels to Norway’s Highland where he discovers many local delicacies.
Slow River Dining
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Andreas cruises the canals of southern Norway and reels in a boat-full of delicacies.
Common, Yet Tasty
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Andreas travels to Norway and Bodo, to discover the locals’ favorite fish, pollock.
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