Not even close, many folks got introduced to salmon through government commodities during the depression and recession of the 50s. Salmon, rice, cheese and peanut butter were the staples handed out. Kept many folks from starving. My mom prepared salmon patties. As I traveled beyond the south I learned to ask for sammin.Dang yuppie fish is what it is. You can buy it same places you get mocha frappe lattes n such.