Gingrass Smoked FAQ’S

1. What is Gingrass Smoked?

Gingrass Smoked is a small-batch producer of premium smoked fish created by chef David Gingrass. With more than 40 years of culinary experience, he focuses on traditional curing and smoking techniques to produce high-quality smoked salmon and trout.

2. What types of smoked fish do you offer?

Our signature smoked fish selections include:

  • Cold-Smoked Atlantic Salmon

  • Cold-Smoked Steelhead Trout

  • Hot-Smoked McFarland Springs Trout

Each product is carefully cured with salt, sugar, herbs, and spices before being smoked for a delicate, balanced flavor.

3. Where does your fish come from?

We source high-quality fish from trusted producers. For example, our McFarland Springs trout is raised on a sustainable California farm using a vegetarian, non-GMO diet without antibiotics or artificial dyes.

4. How is your smoked fish prepared?

Our fish is carefully cured in a proprietary blend of salt, sugar, garlic, herbs, and spices before being smoked over selected woods. The process enhances the natural flavor of the fish while preserving its delicate texture.

5. How should I store smoked fish?

Smoked fish should be kept refrigerated.

  • Refrigerated (unopened): up to 1 month

  • Frozen: up to 3 months

  • Once opened: consume within 3 days

Proper storage helps maintain the best flavor and freshness.

6. Do you ship your products?

Yes. Our smoked fish can be shipped nationwide in insulated packaging with ice packs to ensure freshness during transit.

7. How should smoked fish be served?

Our smoked fish is extremely versatile and can be enjoyed in many ways:

  • On bagels with cream cheese

  • On avocado toast

  • In salads

  • As an appetizer platter

  • In pasta or brunch dishes

It’s also featured in the famous smoked salmon pizza originally served at Spago.

8. Is your smoked fish ready to eat?

Yes. All of our smoked fish products are fully prepared and ready to enjoy straight from the package.

9. Do you offer recipes using your smoked fish?

Yes! Visit our recipes section for creative dishes like smoked trout salad, smoked steelhead pinwheels, and avocado toast with smoked fish.

10. How can I stay updated on new products or specials?

You can join our mailing list or follow us online to hear about new releases, recipes, and special offers from Gingrass Smoked.