When a Canadian classic meets a fresh culinary spotlight, you get Savour The North. The new YouTube series, hosted by Olympic gold medalist and Amazing Race Canada host Jon Montgomery, celebrates the food brands that have shaped our kitchens for generations.
Among its highlights is High Liner Foods, a seafood company with more than 125 years of history. The series not only delves into delicious recipes but also sheds light on the heritage and people behind Canada’s most iconic names in seafood.
High Liner Foods: A Canadian Icon
For more than a century, High Liner Foods has been a staple in Canadian households. Founded in Lunenburg, Nova Scotia, the company has grown from its coastal roots into one of North America’s leading seafood brands.
Over its history, High Liner has built a reputation for making high-quality seafood accessible, whether for weeknight family dinners or restaurant menus across the continent. Today, their products are recognized on grocery shelves under familiar names like High Liner, Fisher Boy, Mirabel, and Sea Cuisine, a testament to their enduring place in Canadian food culture.
Inside the Episode: High Liner’s Feature
In their episode of Savour The North, High Liner Foods takes centre stage as Jon Montgomery steps into the kitchen to put a modern twist on a classic Canadian favourite.
Using High Liner’s Pan-Sear SELECTS® Lemon Pepper Sole, Montgomery creates inventive Lemon Pepper Sole Bao Buns, an unexpected yet mouthwatering fusion of East and West. But the spotlight isn’t just on the plate. The episode also takes viewers behind the scenes, with a visit to High Liner’s Mississauga office and product development kitchen.
There, Montgomery learns how the company balances innovation with tradition, showing that its commitment to quality seafood and Canadian heritage runs deeper than the products on store shelves.
Sharing the Story Behind the Brand
While Canadians are familiar with the Captain Highliner name, not everyone knows the full story behind it. That’s what makes Savour The North such a fitting stage for High Liner Foods.
As Anthony Rasetta, the company’s Chief Commercial Officer, explains (quote from highlinerfoods.com): “Consumers know and love our products, but they don’t necessarily know our story, and we are honoured to be part of Savour The North to help share more of it with Canadians.”
The episode goes beyond cooking demonstrations, offering a glimpse into the history and values that have kept High Liner thriving for more than 125 years. From their coastal origins in Nova Scotia to their modern operations today, the brand’s focus on quality, trust, and Canadian pride comes through clearly, making it more than just a seafood company, but a piece of the country’s culinary heritage.
Beyond the Kitchen: The Series’ Broader Mission
Savour The North isn’t just about cooking; it’s about uncovering the stories behind the foods Canadians have grown up with. Each episode introduces viewers to the people, places, and processes that make these brands so iconic.
By stepping outside the kitchen, Jon Montgomery takes audiences on a journey that connects everyday meals to the heritage and hard work behind them.
Produced by Bokeh Studios, the series is designed to showcase not only great recipes but also the pride and passion that fuel Canadian-made products.
High Liner Today
From its beginnings in Nova Scotia to its current presence across North America, High Liner Foods has grown into one of the continent’s leading seafood companies.
Beyond their retail presence, the company also supplies private-label seafood to major foodservice distributors, ensuring their reach extends from family kitchens to professional dining establishments.
As a publicly traded company on the Toronto Stock Exchange (TSX: HLF), High Liner continues to balance tradition with innovation. With more than 125 years of history behind them, the company remains committed to delivering quality seafood while proudly maintaining its Canadian roots.
Wrapping Up
High Liner Foods’ feature on Savour The North is more than a cooking segment; it’s a celebration of Canadian heritage, innovation, and the people behind one of the country’s most recognizable food brands. By blending delicious recipes with behind-the-scenes storytelling, the series reminds us that the foods we enjoy every day often carry generations of history and pride.
For those who want to see Captain Highliner in action, you can watch the episode online and even try your hand at the Lemon Pepper Sole Bao Buns or other High Liner recipes at highliner.com/recipes. It’s a taste of Canada’s past and present, brought to life in one inspiring series.