H. Forman & Son is a family-owned smokehouse based in East London, founded in 1905 and regarded as one of the most important custodians of traditional British smoked salmon.

The company was established by Harry Forman, who brought Eastern European curing and smoking knowledge to London and developed what later became known as the “London Cure” style. Salmon is hand-salted using minimal sea salt and then cold-smoked over oak chippings, resulting in a clean, delicate smoke character and a naturally supple texture.

This method is so closely tied to local heritage that London Cure Smoked Salmon has been awarded Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) status, unique to London. Over more than a century, H.

Forman & Son has remained committed to artisanal production, careful sourcing and technical consistency. Today, the company is widely recognised as the last authentic representative of the classic London smoked salmon tradition, supplying premium retailers and leading restaurants.