Copper River Salmon

Meet Chef Damian Puente

2026-09-29

In this candid conversation, Damian shares how his time in Alaska's fishing community and his experience at the Copper River & Prince William Sound's Summer Salmon Camp transformed the way he thinks about the ingredient he once took for granted. From learning about the grit and timing behind every catch to understanding why sustainability isn't just a buzzword, Damian offers a chef's perspective on what it truly means to know your seafood.

Meet Chef Bryant Kryck

2026-09-09

Chef Bryant Kryck of ROAM in Bend, Oregon spent five days in Cordova to see the Copper River salmon fishery up close. This is what he learned about the work, the families, and the real story behind the fish.

Meet Chef Derek Simcik

2026-08-20

Derek Simcik talks shop on the restaurant industry and why he chooses ingredients like our very own Copper River salmon for his menu.

Meet Chef Cameron Dunlap

2026-01-30

A visit to Cordova shows chef Cameron Dunlap how Copper River salmon connects fishermen, chefs, and place.

Meet Co-owner and Wine Director JP Taylor Jr.

2026-01-27

After a last minute trip north to Cordova, JP Taylor reflects on how experiencing the Copper River fishery firsthand deepened his connection to sourcing, story, and the role it plays on his restaurant.

Meet Chef Courtney Wright

2025-12-14

Fresh from her transformative experience at our 2025 Copper River Summer Salmon Camp, we got on the horn with Chef Courtney Wright. The Food Network champion and private chef shared powerful insights from her time in Alaska—from witnessing the meticulous, human-centric fishery process to forging a profound new connection with wild salmon. She reveals how this journey has deepened her commitment to intentional sourcing and how she’s bringing that story of quality and respect directly to the plates of her clients and events.

Meet Chef Dana Spandet

2025-11-12

Fresh from her adventure at our 2025 Copper River Summer Salmon Camp, we caught up with Dana Spandet. The co-owner of Flour Girl and Flame gave us the inside scoop on her time in Alaska, her passion for intentional sourcing, and how she's bringing that same ethos to Milwaukee's vibrant food scene.

Meet Chef Luke Kolpin

2024-11-18

Luke Kolpin talks to us about working with local seafood suppliers and his journey north to our salmon fishery.

Meet Chef Sara Hauman

2024-10-17

Sara dishes on her decision for sourcing domestically harvested salmon..and more!

Meet Chef Andre Uribe

2024-09-19

Chef Andre Uribe making waves with his thoughtful cooking ideals.