Speaker Bio – Nautical Wholesale Seafood
Luke Buchholz is the founder of Nautical Wholesale Seafood, a premium Australian seafood supplier renowned for its commitment to sustainability, quality, and innovation. Specialising in line-caught, spiked, and gill-clipped Australian fin fish, Nautical Wholesale Seafood has become a trusted name among the country’s top chefs and restaurants.
With a deep respect for the ocean and an unwavering focus on ethical harvesting practices, Luke and his team have built a business that not only supplies exceptional seafood but also champions transparency and traceability in the supply chain. This dedication was recognised in 2021, when Nautical Wholesale Seafood was awarded Harvey Norman’s “From the Sea” Producer of the Year.
Their premium produce is featured in Josh Niland’s acclaimed “Fish Butchery” cookbooks, highlighting the business’s reputation for excellence and innovation in seafood processing. Nautical Wholesale Seafood proudly collaborates with many of Australia’s leading culinary figures, including Neil Perry, Josh Niland, Matt Moran, and Lennox Hastie, ensuring the finest Australian seafood reaches the plates of discerning diners nationwide.
Luke continues to advocate for responsible fishing practices and is passionate about elevating the standard and perception of Australian seafood both locally and globally.