Salmon Eye restaurant wins global award

The restaurant at the Salmon Eye aquaculture display centre in Norway has been voted by Time Magazine as one of the 100 best places in the world to visit.

The futuristic floating centre (pictured) is in the heart of Hardangerfjord in south west Norway and opened two years ago.

The Salmon Eye’s restaurant Iris in Rosendal, which already has a Michelin star, is situated inside what is the world’s largest floating art centre.

The project is the brainchild of the fish farming company Eide Fjordbruk. For its restaurant to be named by such a prestigious international magazine as one of the best places in the world to visit is a huge accolade for the business.

It has been a passion project for the brothers Sondre and Erlend Eide, the third generation in the family’s aquaculture business.

The company says: “All industries leave a footprint, both positive and negative. Salmon Eye is a centre that sheds light on both the opportunities and challenges of the aquaculture industry.

“We see things from new perspectives, encourage new ways of thinking, and reflect on what needs to be done in the industry.

General manager Sebastian Torjusen said: “ This is a strong recognition of Salmon Eye and Iris. It gives us the opportunity to contribute more strongly in the work to change how we use the ocean’s resources.

“Salmon Eye must be a driving force for restructuring and sustainable utilization of the ocean’s resources. Getting attention on the big world stage gives us a platform to find sustainable solutions to big challenges.”

Diners are taken out to the Salmon Eye and the restaurant by a special boat.

The menu, which highlights the challenges and exciting innovations within the industry, will start at NOK 4,600 (around £330) from September but there are various options with or without wine.