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People of the North

Join us on a flavorful journey through Northern Europe, from the fjords to remote villages. Discover local cuisine, hidden traditions, and inspiring stories of people deeply connected to land and sea. Each episode celebrates the region’s rich culture, resilience, and sustainable way of life.
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Schedule

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    People of the North

    Aukra/Ona: Island Traditions and Innovation

    Friday
    Dec 19

    30 Minutes

    Exploring local delicacies, alternative farm schools and entrepreneurs making flake salt from ocean water on the rugged islands of Aukra and Ona; a gas processing plant that powers the U.K.; a modern salmon processing plant.
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    People of the North

    Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast

    Saturday
    Dec 20

    30 Minutes

    A look at life along Norway's rugged coast includes fishing traditions in Fosnavag and Norway's herring fisheries.
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    People of the North

    Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring

    Saturday
    Dec 20

    30 Minutes

    The diverse culture of the Ryfylke; halibut farms, cider tastings and local legends.
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    People of the North

    A Frozen Adventure

    Friday
    Dec 26

    30 Minutes

    A journey to Harbin and Mulan in northeastern China; savoring the diverse flavors of authentic Chinese cuisine.
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    People of the North

    Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls

    Saturday
    Dec 27

    30 Minutes

    Exploring Sunndal, Norway's rich history, from British settlers to the local culinary delights; rhubarb cordial and rare herbs; Lady Arbuthnot's legacy; hiking the Vindu staircase.
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    People of the North

    Bugoynes: Little Finland in Norway

    Saturday
    Dec 27

    30 Minutes

    Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive; reindeer herding; Arctic farming.
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    People of the North

    Flavors of the Fjord

    Friday
    Jan 2

    30 Minutes

    A visit to Stavanger, the fourth largest city in Norway; the "Restoration" -- a replica of the ship that carried Norwegian immigrants to the U.S.

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