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Chefs
Chefs impact change
Chefs and culinary professionals play an important role in protecting our oceans by shaping sustainable food systems and educating diners about the power of their choices.
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In the kitchen
By sourcing ocean-friendly seafood for their menus, chefs directly influence the seafood supply chain and how seafood items are caught or farmed. Asking questions about origin, catch or farming method, further influences seafood suppliers and producers — which increases transparency, improves practices and drives the supply chain toward high-quality, sustainable products.
Beyond the kitchen
The culinary community has influence far beyond the kitchen. As media favorites on social media, television and magazines, chefs are raising awareness about sustainable seafood in a variety of ways. Telling the story behind a favorite seafood item, sharing cooking tips for a signature recipe, posting mouth-watering photos, visiting an aquaculture facility or taking a fishing trip are all ways chefs can uniquely contribute their voice.
The culinary community can also advocate for better food systems. When speaking up on regional and national issues, this group is considered a trusted voice by consumers and policymakers alike. Over the years, chefs have been vocal supporters of sustainable seafood and Seafood Watch's efforts to ensure a future with a healthy ocean.
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Recommendations
Recommendations
Seafood Watch recommendations help you make ocean-friendly choices. Our recommendations tell you which seafood items are Best Choices or Good Alternatives and which ones you should Avoid.
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Seafood basics
Whether you are a small business wanting to improve your seafood products, a conscientious foodie or an advocate for ocean health — this is the place to learn the most important facts about seafood sustainability.
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