Ode proudly announced that their Norwegian Snow Cod would be part of the prestigious World Sushi Cup Japan 2024, which took place from August 21-23, 2024, at Tokyo Big Sight during the Japan International Seafood & Technology Expo. This year, for the first time, premium Snow Cod from Ode was featured as a key ingredient in the competition, showcasing its versatility and quality on the global stage.
As the leading producer of Snow Cod, Ode was honored to introduce this exquisite, high-quality product to the world’s prime market for sushi and sashimi. Cathrin Rabben, Sales Manager at Ode, expressed her enthusiasm:
"Our participation in the World Sushi Cup marked a significant milestone for our Snow Cod. We were excited to see our cod take center stage in a country that is synonymous with supreme quality and food safety. We were eager to see how the Chefs would bring out the best in our product and must say that the amazing results far exceeded our expectations."
Rabben further emphasized the potential of Snow Cod by Ode:
"Japan is known for its refined taste in seafood, and we were confident that our cod, with its firm texture and silky flavor, would be a perfect fit. The consistent high quality and year-round availability of pure, fresh cod from controlled harvest environments, make it an excellent choice for the Japanese market, where freshness and reliability are paramount."
The World Sushi Cup Japan 2024 featured top Sushi Chefs from around the globe, competing in various categories, including the Edo-mae Sushi Open Competition and the Creative Sushi Open Competition. The event highlighted the finest sushi-making skills, and with the inclusion of Ode’s Snow Cod, it was an exciting showcase of innovation and culinary excellence.
The French team of Chefs conquered all three pole positions, with Chef Vincent Broggi taking 1st Place in all three main categories, including being awarded overall Champion. His creations featured Ode’s Snow Cod paired with other delicacies from the sea, and Broggi now holds the title World Sushi Cup Champion 2024.
