This elegant dish captures the taste of late summer on a single plate—fresh halibut seared to golden perfection and served over a colorful medley of corn, peppers, potatoes, and tomatoes, all brought together by a luxurious saffron corn sauce. Sweet, savory, and aromatic, this dish balances coastal simplicity with fine-dining refinement. The crisp-tender vegetables and...Read More

This Mediterranean-style Calamari Salad is a celebration of fresh, clean flavors — tender squid tossed with lemon, olive oil, cumin, and a colorful mix of tomato, red onion, and cilantro. Light yet satisfying, it’s the kind of dish you’d find seaside on a warm afternoon, paired with chilled white wine and crusty bread. The gentle...Read More

This Calamari Linguine is true San Francisco Italian fisherman’s fare—simple, rustic, and full of coastal flavor. Fresh squid, tender and sweet, is gently simmered in a tomato and white wine sauce infused with garlic, red pepper, and parsley. The result is a dish that feels like a warm evening at Fisherman’s Wharf: unfussy, aromatic, and...Read More

Elegant and earthy, this Pan-Seared Sturgeon with Silky Carrot Sauce celebrates local, sustainably farmed sturgeon from the Sacramento River. The meaty, buttery texture of the fish pairs beautifully with a fragrant carrot sauce infused with warm spices or fresh thyme. The sauce’s natural sweetness and vivid color elevate the dish into something both simple and...Read More

Elegant, fresh, and full of bright coastal flavor, this dish from Chef Owen Snyder pairs perfectly seared ahi tuna with a zesty slaw of lemon-infused daikon and red onion. The combination of tender sashimi-grade fish, creamy avocado, and crisp micro greens creates a harmony of textures, while a drizzle of lemon olive oil and a...Read More

Bright and aromatic, this blackberry-thyme mignonette is a lively twist on the classic oyster accompaniment. The natural sweetness of blackberry vinegar softens the briny punch of oysters like Kumamotos or Malpeques, while fresh thyme and shallots add depth and balance. It’s equally delicious drizzled over gravlax or used as the base for a vinaigrette—just whisk...Read More

With summer around the corner and seafood in abundance at the farmers market, now is the perfect time to brush up on how to choose and cook fish. This season you’ll find both fresh and frozen options from H & H Fresh Fish Company (Aptos Farmers Market), La Marea by the Sea (Monterey Farmers Market),...Read More

This authentic Cioppino recipe brings the flavors of a classic Italian-American seafood stew straight from San Francisco’s waterfront to your kitchen. Brimming with clams, shrimp, mussels, crab, and tender white fish, all simmered in a rich tomato-herb broth, this dish is both comforting and impressive—perfect for pairing with crusty sourdough bread and a crisp glass...Read More

This is one of my favorite dishes to serve for a light summer dinner at the height of halibut season on the Monterey Bay. Place the cooked halibut on a bed of watercress or mache, sauce, and finish with a sprinkle of toasted black sesame seeds. Serve with steamed bok choy and rice or couscous....Read More

Who can resist summer-by-the-seaside fried calamari? Squid is at the height of its season in midsummer in the Monterey Bay — and a favorite amongst the locals! INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. fresh squid, cleaned and cut into 1/2 inch rings* 2 tablespoons cornstarch 4 tablespoons flour or semolina 2 teaspoons Old Bay seasoning 2 cups peanut...Read More