I first met Max, the founder of Secret Smokehouse, during my time as a buyer at Fortnum & Mason. Even then, his passion for smoked fish was magnetic—infectious, even. Years later, that same dedication is still burning strong, and so is the oak smoke drifting through his East London smokehouse.

This week, I had the pleasure of visiting Max at Secret Smokehouse in London Fields. Walking through the doors, I was met by a flurry of activity: whole Scottish salmon being skillfully filleted, the unmistakable aroma of traditional smoking methods in the air, and a team who clearly care deeply about their craft.

Secret Smokehouse’s London Cure Smoked Salmon is something truly special. Produced according to Protected Geographical Indication (PGI) standards, it’s a celebration of tradition, taste, and quality—meticulously crafted in the heart of London.

And the excellence doesn’t stop there. Secret Smokehouse is now proudly B Corp Certified, joining a global community of businesses committed to high standards of social and environmental performance. It’s a mark of trust, responsibility, and transparency that reinforces everything Max and his team stand for.

Their growing range includes not only PGI London Cure cold smoked salmon, but also oak smoked trout, haddock, kippers, pâtés, mayonnaises, and hot smoked salmon—each with the same commitment to quality and flavour.

Secret Smokehouse supplies leading retailers and restaurants across London. If you’re looking to bring honest, expertly crafted smoked fish to your customers or menu, I highly recommend getting in touch.