For me at least, a lot of what makes a meal excellent is the atmosphere, friends, and freshness of the ingredients. Best salmon I have ever eaten was a Port Hardy Coho that went from the hook to the plate in about 20 minutes. Scenery was excellent. Weather was warm. Beers were cold. Fish was fresh. Enjoyed a meal with good friends after a few days of fishing in one of the coolest spots on earth.

Columbia River king is tough to beat for all other times.