Top 30 British Seafood

Smoked Scottish salmon can be produced from wild and farm-raised salmons that fall into the category of Atlantic salmons (Salmo salar). The fish is typically cold-smoked and dry-cured, usually with salt, sugar, or spices. Smoked Scottish salmon will have orange-pink color, tender but firm flesh, and mild flavor and aroma. The smoking is usually done with oak chips made with old sherry or whisky casks, but adding birch, beech, peat, or heather is also common. The use of traditional techniques and ingredients results in a smoked salmon with unique qualities. Raw Scottish salmon (wild and farmed) is a protected PGI product, but there is no status for the smoked variety. Since there is a large influx of products labeled as Scottish-style smoked salmons produced outside of Scotland, there is an effort to protect the smoked variety under the name Smoked Scottish Salmon. This smoked salmon is often said to be the best in the world. Expand

Scottish farmed salmon belongs to the Atlantic salmon species. They are silver in color, firm to the touch (due to strong currents which ensure that they are constantly swimming), with a fibrous to smooth to even texture. After harvesting, the salmon is rapidly chilled, which is why it has a unique, consistent flavor. Scottish salmon is very health beneficial, and acts as a source of Omega 3 fatty acids, vitamins and minerals. It goes well with single malt whiskeys, lemon and creme fraiche.Expand

Scottish white salmon are silver, firm-fleshed fish beloning to the species Salmo Salar and caught, classified and boxed in ice on Scottish shores. Their flesh is deep pink in color, they have perfect markings without distortion on their tails and they smell very fresh, are moist and have a full, complex flavor. Scottish wild salmon can weigh from 1,5 kg to 20 kg. They must be caught in an environmentally friendly way, either with a net and coble, cruives or bag net, haaf and poke nets, and when sold, the salmon can be fresh, whole or boxed in ice.Expand

Arbroath smokie is a fresh haddock fish that has been hot-smoked over an open fire, headless and gutted in Arbroath using the traditional, unique methods of preparing. They are usually tied in pairs with a string on their tails, deep gold in color on the outside and creamy white on the inside. Their texture is moist and juicy and the flesh can be easily removed from the bones. The taste is mild, smoky and slightly salty.Expand

Devon crab is a type of crab that’s sustainably fished in the waters off the South Devon coast. The crabs are caught using pots that are laid in strings on the sea bed, and they cause no damage to the sea environment. These crabs’ meat is rich in minerals and vitamins and low in fat. The meat also contains Omega 3 acids, which help to prevent heart disease and help with the development of the brain. The brown meat and sweet claw meat is packed with flavor, and it’s often mixed with lemon juice and mayonnaise before it’s spread on toast. Expand

Whitstable oysters come from the oyster beds near Whitstable in Kent, and have a unique, fat, succulent meat full of zinc and Omega 3 fatty acids. They are harvested, washed and graded after three to five years of growing in the oyster beds, after which they are sold live and fresh. Visually, they are small, flat, round, bluish and firm, and are at their best if eaten in cold weather to fully experience their soft and creamy texture.Expand

Isle of Man Queenies are medium-sized queen scallops that are sustainably caught on Isle of Man. Their shell can be yellow, orange, brown, red or purple and the opaque/cream coloured meat inside the shell consists of a small, circular, cylindrical muscle to which the roe is attached. The roa can be left as it is or removed, depending on personal preferences. The taste is delicately sweet and scallops are incredibly versatile in the culinary sense. Use them in salads, baked or seared. When sold, they can be packed dry, frozen, fresh or vacuum packed.Expand

West Wales salmon is unique for its traditional method of catching the Salmo Salar species with coracles, small hand-made vessels shaped like baskets. The salmon is silver with a dark blue back. Their flesh is firm to the touch, pink or red-colored, freshly smelling (similar to a watermelon), and their texture is dense, with lots of muscle protein and beneficial oils. Their meat is of such great muscle quality because they are caught as soon as they enter the river from the sea, so that they do not get accustomed to the inactive river environment, and are mostly sold fresh and whole.Expand

This is a unique salmon product which has been hand-filleted, cured and smoked using a combination of pure rock salt and oak smoke exclusively. The salmon is of the highest quality and comes within 24 hours of being caught from Scotland, with a consistent orange or pink color. The flavor of smoked salmon is mild and delicate, with London Cure accentuating the flavor of the salmon itself. It must be produced in these parts of London exclusively: Tower Hamlets, Hackney or Newham. When sold, it can be sliced or presented as a whole trimmed or untrimmed side.Expand

Considered a quintessential delicacy in the Channel Island of Guernsey, Guernsey ormers are a type of shellfish, a gastropod mollusk that's been traditionally collected on the island for centuries. This native shellfish (also known as European abalone) is reminiscent of a flattened Pacific abalone (sea snail) but smaller in size. Its flesh is succulent and has a unique, mild, and slightly meat-like, but still distinctively molluscan flavor. A decline in ormer numbers has led to a strictly controlled harvesting of the island's delicacy, limiting the ormering season to only 24 days in a year between January and April, on full and new moon. This restriction has made ormer cravings escalate even more since the local seafood delicacy is available only when in season. After they've been tenderized by beating, ormers can be savored in many different ways - stewed, rolled in flour and fried till crispy, dressed, or pickled - but the most traditional way to consume them is as a part of Guernsey's signature ormer casserole.Expand

Giribizzi is a small producer based in London, specializing in crafting fine Italian food items, including chocolate. They focus on traditional and authentic recipes, selecting high-quality ingredients. Giribizzi also offers a range of other artisanal products like oils and sauces.Expand

Secret Smokehouse is a craft smokehouse based in East London, specialising in the hand-processing and traditional smoking of fish in small batches. Their production is rooted in the classic “London Cure” approach, which involves dry-curing and slow cold-smoking over oak, without shortcuts or industrial acceleration. Particular emphasis is placed on the quality of raw materials and the transparent sourcing of fish, as well as precise control over texture and smoke intensity. The range includes cold- and hot-smoked salmon, trout, mackerel, herring and other fish, all characterised by a clearly defined yet restrained aromatic profile. Secret Smokehouse is regarded as a contemporary representative of the London school of fish smoking, combining historical technique with modern standards of quality and responsible production.Expand

Caviar & Cocktails is a caviar producer based in Shrewsbury, England. They specialize in offering a variety of caviar products sourced from sustainable sturgeon farms. The company also provides curated cocktail pairings designed to complement their caviar selection.Expand

Bakkafrost Scotland is a producer of smoked fish based in Edinburgh. The company specializes in high-quality seafood products, including smoked salmon. Bakkafrost Scotland is a subsidiary of Bakkafrost, a major Faroese salmon farming company. The Edinburgh-based facility focuses on using sustainable practices and premium ingredients in their processes.Expand

Butler Country Estates is a family-run artisan producer specializing in premium smoked trout products. Founded by passionate fisherman Richard Butler, the company blends traditional culinary methods with modern flavor sensibilities. Their products are crafted from fresh, high-quality trout and delicately smoked to preserve the fish’s natural richness and texture. The range includes pâtés, fillets, whole fish, and gravadlax, offered in a variety of flavors such as classic, dill, beetroot & horseradish, chili, and watercress. Everything is handmade in small batches, with close attention to detail and quality. Butler Country Estates takes pride in using honest ingredients and delivering real, recognizable flavors. They maintain a strong commitment to sustainability and partner with like-minded local producers. The result is authentic, thoughtfully crafted food with a clear sense of origin and care.Expand

Black Mountains Smokery Ltd. is based in Crickhowell, Powys, in the Black Mountains of Wales. They specialize in traditionally cured and smoked meats, fish, and cheeses. The firm uses locally sourced ingredients whenever possible and employs artisan smoking techniques. Their products are available for purchase online and at selected retailers.Expand

Sea Sisters is a British artisanal brand of canned fish and seafood delicacies that blends authenticity, sustainability, and culinary excellence. The brand is based at Pineapple Estate in the village of Salwayash, in the Dorset region of southwest England. It was founded with the vision of reviving the tradition of domestic fish canning in the UK. Angus, the founder and head chef, honed his skills in acclaimed London restaurants, where he developed a simple yet sophisticated approach to food preparation. At Sea Sisters, he leads the development of recipes based on seasonal, locally caught British fish - such as smoked trout - which are processed immediately after being caught. Through a blend of culinary expertise, local ingredients, and ethical practices, Sea Sisters stands out as a brand that is reigniting the craft of canned fish production in the UK, setting a new standard in quality, taste, and sustainability.Expand

Atlantic Edge Oysters, operated by Tethys Oysters Ltd, is located in Haverfordwest, Wales. The company specializes in cultivating and harvesting premium oysters in the pristine waters surrounding Pembrokeshire. They employ sustainable aquaculture practices to ensure the health of both their oysters and the local marine environment. Atlantic Edge Oysters is involved in the full production cycle from seed to harvest, providing fresh, high-quality oysters to their customers.Expand