Herring
Our Hollandse Nieuwe is pure Dutch heritage in a tray. Caught at the perfect moment - when the herring contains at least 16% fat. The fish is then cooked and matured according to traditional Dutch methods for that full, rich flavor. Together with the iconic Kesbeke pickles and onions, this is the ultimate classic. Two Dutch icons, perfect on a sandwich or just on the go.
Berry, like his grandfather and father, has been fishing all his life. He got on board as a little boy, and now he himself steers the Wiron 1 - hunting for the fattest, tastiest herring. His son, too, has since fallen in love with the trade. From Scheveningen they sail to Norwegian waters at exactly the right moment. There they catch the herring for the Hollandse Nieuwe of Fish Tales!
Herring is a fatty fish, meaning it is an excellent source of omega-3 fatty acids. In addition, herring is a real vitamin bomb. It contains vitamins A, B2, B6, B11, B12, C and D. The fish is also rich in minerals such as calcium, phosphorus and potassium.
First off, the herring has recently been caught, specifically between May 1 and September 30 this year. In addition, the fish must contain at least 16% fat. Hollandse Nieuwe is also processed in the authentic Dutch way by gibbing, salting and maturing.
In the northern North Sea, Fish Tales herring are caught with trawls and/or purse seines. Berry and his fellow fishermen use sonar techniques to search for schools of herring. Once they find them, things move quickly: the nets are set and part of the shoal is caught. For more information about Berry and the fishery, check out the fishing page!
Everyone has their own way of eating their herring. Some like it with onions and pickles, others eat it plain. But one thing is certain: there are countless ways to eat herring. On a sandwich, in a salad or as a snack - just try what you like best! For more recipe inspiration, check out our recipe page!