Finding the freshest local whitefish in Cold Lake

Finding the freshest local whitefish in Cold Lake

Ingrid NguyenBy Ingrid Nguyen
Food & DrinkCold LakeWhitefishLocal FoodAlberta FishingFresh Catch

Ever wondered why the whitefish at the grocery store doesn't taste quite right compared to what you get at a backyard fish fry? Getting your hands on local whitefish in Cold Lake involves knowing the right timing and the right people. This covers the best ways to source fresh catch—because the difference in flavor is massive and your dinner depends on it.

Cold Lake is famous for its deep, cold waters, which produce some of the best-tasting lake whitefish in Alberta. If you aren't out on the water yourself with a line in, you'll want to head down near the