"For fish as pristine as the fillets used to create four-star plates at Le Bernardin, this is where to turn…you’d be hard pressed to find a door-to-door delivery service offering finer fish than this one."
We're honored to have been recognized not only by the nation's leading chefs, but also by the preeminent food writers and home chefs in the know. This page showcases just a selection of press we've received over the years.
“Unless you catch your own, there is no better way to sample exquisitely fresh seafood than ordering from Browne Trading.”
“Known for providing the freshest seafood in the world, Rod Mitchell has manned the helm at Browne Trading Company since 1991. In that time he has become a legend on the Portland Waterfront. Chef Eric Ripert of New York City’s Le Bernardin describes Mitchell as “a pioneer in quality seafood.” Says Ripert, “When I came to Le Bernardin, my predecessor was already working with Rod since Le Bernardin opened in 1986. Twenty-five years later I’m still calling him.” – MAINE Magazine
“Mitchell has made freshness, quality and innovation the hallmarks of his business.”
– Wine Spectator
“Today, (Browne Trading) continues to be the nation’s leading purveyor of ultra-premium seafood.” – Bon Appetit Magazine
"When it comes to quality, nobody beats Rod Mitchell's Browne Trading Company, the 'Rolls Royce' of seafood purveyors. They deliver quality seafoods to the nation's finest restaurants."
“When it comes to variety and quality, Rod Mitchell outfishes them all.”–Saveur Magazine
“Browne Trading (is) the seafood supplier to many of New England and New York’s best kitchens.”–Food & Wine Magazine“
There is no hauter food shop around than Browne Trading, where the lures include smoked local seafood, select caviar and a wine collection rich in Burgundy. If the fresh cod, uni & Peekytoe crab sold here are good enough for the chefs at Daniel, LeBernardin and PerSe in New York, they’re good enough for us.”–Washington Post
“Browne Trading Company(‘s)… selection, quality and overnight delivery of seafood have expanded the creative horizons of chefs coast to coast. (Rod) Mitchell goes to great lengths to secure the highest-quality seafood and adheres to rigorous guidelines in selecting product.”–Food Arts Magazine
If it lives in the ocean, Browne Trading can obtain it for you.”–Robb Report
Our Caviar in the Press
Snake River Royal White Sturgeon Caviar Receives Top Rated Online Caviar
"We recommend Browne Trading Company's Snake River Royal White Sturgeon Caviar. The caviar comes from white sturgeon which are raised in southern Idaho, in a region called Snake River Valley. Although the name describes it as "white," the individual pearls of this caviar are pitch black. They are also said to be pretty large. When you eat it, the pearls melt in your mouth, rather than pop." - The Daily Meal
Osietra Supreme Receives Best Value by Saveur
Osietra Supreme
"Paying more for caviar won't always deliver a better product, and paying less doesn't automatically mean you'll like it less, which means that you can find great caviar for under $100 per ounce. While there are caviar options for the strict budget, like hackleback, and cheaper Siberian sturgeon options, this Osietra Supreme walks the line between high-end taste and reasonable price. Farmed in Poland, the firm, medium-sized beads carry a pleasant minerality and muted saltiness." - Saveur Magazine
Beluga Hybrid Receives Best Classic by Saveur
Giaveri Beluga Hybrid
"With Beluga imports banned, many sturgeon farmers and caviar producers aim to get as close as they can to the coveted wild flavor of its eggs. This Beluga-Siberian hybrid farmed in Italy shows off the big pearls for which Beluga is known, but with the dark inkiness of Siberian. Its beads taste of deep umami flavor that evolves into a caramel finish, complemented by that signature texture and complexity." - Saveur Magazine
Royal Belgian Osetra Receives Best Splurge from Food & Wine
Royal Belgian Osetra
"Do you want to embrace the opulence of caviar? Go for something delicate and sophisticated, like this Belgian osetra caviar from Browne Trading Company — the only caviar of its kind that is imported to the United States. The flavor is at once savory and creamy, with soft pearls that burst with every bite." - Food & Wine, 2024