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.  

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

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 ...