People of the North

PEOPLE OF THE NORTH is a series that visits spectacular places in Scandinavia. A team of three hosts venture to far-away places in northern Norway and the Faro Islands. Norwegian Arne Hjeltnes takes viewers to these remote places with chef Frida Ronge, known from Swedish television and the award-winning distiller Stig Bareksten. The trio meets up with the people who make a living from gathering, catching, and processing produce from both land and sea. The series starts in Alta, Finnmark, the most northern county of Norway, where viewers meet Johnny Trasti, a celebrated local chef. Along with his wife, Johnny runs a restaurant and boutique hotel by the legendary Alta River, one of the most exclusive salmon rivers in the world. Various episodes take viewers through Sami territories to meet the indigenous people of the north and out along the Norwegian coast to the fishing villages of Kjollefjord, Soeroya, and to beautiful Lofoten.

Sat, Nov 15 9:30 A.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NHPBS (11.1)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Sun, Nov 16 11:00 P.M. Western Fjord Valley (Stranda)     NH Create (11.4)

Western Norway is popular amongst tourists for its fjords and majestic mountainous scenery.

Mon, Nov 17 12:30 P.M. Salmon Islands (Kvaroy)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Stig and Frida sample traditional and gourmet meals that highlight coastal ingredients and farmed salmon.

Tue, Nov 18 3:30 A.M. Salmon Islands (Kvaroy)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Stig and Frida sample traditional and gourmet meals that highlight coastal ingredients and farmed salmon.

Tue, Nov 18 7:30 P.M. Flavors of the Fjord     NHPBS (11.1)

Journey to Norway's southwest coast, where history and gastronomy meet.

Sat, Nov 22 9:30 A.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NHPBS (11.1)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sun, Nov 23 11:00 P.M. Salmon Islands (Kvaroy)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne, Stig and Frida sample traditional and gourmet meals that highlight coastal ingredients and farmed salmon.

Mon, Nov 24 12:30 P.M. The Lofoten Islands (Lofoten)     NH Create (11.4)

The team visits the beautiful mountains of Lofoten for a ski trip and a spectacular view of the Arctic islands.

Tue, Nov 25 3:30 A.M. The Lofoten Islands (Lofoten)     NH Create (11.4)

The team visits the beautiful mountains of Lofoten for a ski trip and a spectacular view of the Arctic islands.

Tue, Nov 25 7:30 P.M. Fosnavag: The Heart of the Herring Coast     NHPBS (11.1)

Venture to Fosnavag, a picturesque island in Norway's western waters, where fishing traditions are still thriving.

Sun, Nov 30 11:00 P.M. The Lofoten Islands (Lofoten)     NH Create (11.4)

The team visits the beautiful mountains of Lofoten for a ski trip and a spectacular view of the Arctic islands.

Mon, Dec 1 12:30 P.M. The Fjord Valley of Sogn (Sogn)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne and Stig take a train ride to Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord for ziplining, bike riding, and treats in the village of Flam.

Tue, Dec 2 3:30 A.M. The Fjord Valley of Sogn (Sogn)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne and Stig take a train ride to Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord for ziplining, bike riding, and treats in the village of Flam.

Sun, Dec 7 11:00 P.M. The Fjord Valley of Sogn (Sogn)     NH Create (11.4)

Arne and Stig take a train ride to Sognefjord, Norway's longest and deepest fjord for ziplining, bike riding, and treats in the village of Flam.

Mon, Dec 8 12:30 P.M. A Troll's Tongue     NH Create (11.4)

The hosts travel to Hardanger in Western Norway, the land of apples and cider.

Tue, Dec 9 3:30 A.M. A Troll's Tongue     NH Create (11.4)

The hosts travel to Hardanger in Western Norway, the land of apples and cider.

Tue, Dec 9 7:30 P.M. Helgelandskysten: Archipelago Adventures     NHPBS (11.1)

Sail through Norway's stunning Helgeland coast, a treasure trove of islands, fresh seafood, and vibrant local culture.

Sat, Dec 13 9:30 A.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NHPBS (11.1)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.

Sun, Dec 14 11:00 P.M. A Troll's Tongue     NH Create (11.4)

The hosts travel to Hardanger in Western Norway, the land of apples and cider.

Mon, Dec 15 12:30 P.M. Arctic Treats     NH Create (11.4)

A trip to Tromso offers unique experiences, including the world's northernmost brewery.

Tue, Dec 16 3:30 A.M. Arctic Treats     NH Create (11.4)

A trip to Tromso offers unique experiences, including the world's northernmost brewery.

Tue, Dec 16 7:30 P.M. Sunndal: Kingdom of the Waterfalls     NHPBS (11.1)

Explore the breathtaking beauty of Sunndal, Norway's kingdom of waterfalls.

Sat, Dec 20 9:30 A.M. Bugoynes: Little Finland In Norway     NHPBS (11.1)

Journey to Bugoynes, a remote fishing village at the edge of Norway, where Finnish heritage and Arctic traditions thrive.

Sun, Dec 21 11:00 P.M. Arctic Treats     NH Create (11.4)

A trip to Tromso offers unique experiences, including the world's northernmost brewery.

Mon, Dec 22 12:30 P.M. Kingdom of Entrepreneurs     NH Create (11.4)

In this episode, Arne leads the team to Etne and Vindafjord in Western Norway.

Tue, Dec 23 3:30 A.M. Kingdom of Entrepreneurs     NH Create (11.4)

In this episode, Arne leads the team to Etne and Vindafjord in Western Norway.

Tue, Dec 23 7:30 P.M. Ryfylke: Vikings, Jazz, and Herring     NHPBS (11.1)

Dive into the diverse culture of Ryfylke, where Viking history, jazz festivals, and seafood culture intersect.


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