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New Scandinavian Cooking
The Holy Fish
Season 1
Episode 109
Andreas visits the coastline of Helgeland in northern Norway, where the mystical and delicious halibut makes its home among the islets and skerries. Andreas demonstrates how different cooking methods can elicit different flavors and textures from the fish. Dishes include: the smoked Greenland halibut; pickled halibut, baked halibut; and finally, pan-fried halibut served with veal demi-glace.
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Tina prepares lunch for a hike and a soup perfect for a day of winter activities.

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Andreas investigates historical food from two of Norway’s former capitals.

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Andreas cooks several recipes using chocolate, a favorite of Norwegians.

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Andreas combines salted and smoked lamb with three different, fresh-tasting dips.

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Andreas visits the mountain of Hallingskarvet and the valley of Hemsedal.

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Andreas visits Nes in Eastern Norway, the grain belt of the country.

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Andreas visits hot spots around Iceland, even grilling inside of a volcano.

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Andreas channels the Vikings as he travels west to Iceland.

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Visit Andreas at his farm in Southern Norway for Sunday roast with oxtail sauce.

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Andreas cooks using the Norwegian delicacy known as brown cheese.

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A packed lunch is an important part of the Scandinavian food tradition.

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Andreas visits the fishing capital of Bergen, the wettest city in Norway.