Wild Alaska Pollock Industry Continues Work to “Make Surimi Sexy Again”

Deliberate storytelling around the real-ness of Surimi Seafood, and embracing the name, which is associated with higher perception, is critical to moving the needle and driving demand around the world, say data experts and industry speakers at the sixth Annual Meeting hosted by the Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers (GAPP) today. According to the year-over-year GAPP survey results, amongst attributes that drive intent to purchase, “knowing surimi seafood is made from real fish, Wild Alaska Pollock,” rose by 5 percentage points in importance amongst respondents.

Aquamar Names Industry Veteran Guy Lott to Senior Leadership Team

April 4, 2024 Aquamar

Seafood industry sales veteran Guy Lott has been named Vice President of Sales for Aquamar®, a leader in surimi and convenience seafood products, including its newly created ready-to-eat seafood line. Lott’s seafood industry experience across sales, processing, and distribution as well as his relationships within top multi-unit restaurant concepts, fine dining leaders and major retailers, accelerates Aquamar’s go-to-market strategy currently underway.

Live Demo by Chef Andy Matsuda of Sushi Chef Institute” at Seafood Expo in Boston – presented by GADRE USA INC.

March 7, 2023 Gadre USA Inc.

Gadre is proud to continue its commitment to aspiring chefs, even after their time at Sushi Chef Institute. This year, we are inviting Rafael Otero, our very first recipient to join Gadre and Chef Andy Matsuda at Seafood Expo North America in Boston.

Live Demo by Chef Andy Matsuda of Sushi Chef Institute at Seafood Expo in Boston – presented by GADRE

March 3, 2022 Gadre USA

In conjunction with its exhibition at the Seafood Expo North America, Gadre announces a partnership with the Sushi Chef Institute alongside the renowned chef, Andy Matsuda. With the full cooperation of all parties, we are committed to give five (5) Professional Craftsman Scholarships for Chef Andy Matsuda’s 8-week Professional hands-on lecture produced by the Sushi Chef Institute.

Famed Celebrity Chef Nancy Fuller to Keynote Third GAPP Annual Meeting

Food Network-famed Chef Nancy Fuller will deliver the Surimi-themed keynote address at its third annual meeting, the Association of Genuine Alaska Pollock Producers (GAPP) announced today. Fuller, the well-known host of her show Farmhouse Rules and renowned judge on Food Network’s Holiday and Spring Baking Championships, partnered last year with GAPP and Trident to introduce surimi seafood game-day recipes to consumers during the popular Super Bowl season.