Getting the most out of the local catch can sometimes mean going beyond boned, skinned, and pre-portioned sections. Here are the essential kitchen tools you need to take your seafood game to the next level, whether you’re buying from a local dock sale, a CSF, or a seafood counter.

Pacific Dover sole carry a tasty mild, yet sweet, flavor and a firm, slightly flakey texture when cooked. They’re versatile, affordable, and abundant in the Monterey Bay and greater West Coast.

Seafood doesn’t have to be intimidating, involve detailed recipes, or long preparation times. It’s a versatile, healthy protein that cooks quickly, and is flavorful and delicate on its own without too many other ingredients. These simple preparations allow you to enjoy seafood in its purest form, any day of the week.

As with any local favorite steeped in regional culinary tradition, people have a lot to say on how they like their Dungeness crab. Here a few of the most classic ways to enjoy Dungeness crab. But we want to hear your stories and recipes! We’ll share your posts across our social media platforms.

This Monterey County Weekly story is a few years old, but it describes a Dungeness crab fisherman's routine in vivid detail. Here's an excerpt, but check out the full story by following the link to the Monterey County Weekly.

Eating seafood regularly doesn’t have to break the bank. Read our 10 tips for making affordable, sustainable seafood dishes at home.

Processing fish often lacks the glory of the work done by those harvesting fish on the water, but it’s an indispensable part of the local seafood supply chain.

Why buy a whole fish? And once you have one, what do you do with it? Read more about how to use a whole rockfish.

Learn how to buy seafood directly off the docks - a unique opportunity to ask questions, and develop new relationships with local fishermen.

Rockfish is a term used for nearly sixty species in the fish family of Sebastidae. While they come in various shapes, sizes, and colors, one constant is that they are delicious.

The California spot prawn is a beautiful species of shrimp found in deep waters along our coast, with a vibrant red body covered in white stripes and spots. The spot prawn fishery began in our local waters in the early 1930s, and starts in Monterey on August 1st of each year.

Skylar Campbell represents the next generation of Monterey Bay fishermen. He runs two boats, and fishes for salmon, spot prawns, rock crab and other species.

Roger has been working in the Monterey Bay Fishing Community for close to 50 years. He’s seen the industry change quite a bit, but still loves what he’s doing: providing local seafood for local people to eat.

Restaurants are where most people enjoy seafood - chefs have access to wholesale and local seafood, and often prepare complex dishes that are hard to replicate at home. But how do you know if it’s a local and sustainable choice?

Tuk learned to fish from his father, and began fishing on his boat after his father passed away. Tuk believes fishing is a lifestyle, and continues this work to provide fish for seafood lovers, and to make his father proud.

When you shop for seafood at a grocery store or supermarket, ask for locally-caught seafood that’s in season - it encourages fish buyers to source from Monterey Bay fishermen and strengthen our local food system.

Download & Print our Seafood Seasonality Guide! When you shop for seafood at a grocery store or supermarket, ask for locally-caught seafood that’s in season - it encourages fish buyers to source from Monterey Bay fishermen and strengthens our local food system.

Fish markets specialize in seafood. The best way to find out what’s local, seasonal and sustainable? Have a conversation, ask questions, and consult the Seafood Watch Guide.

We’re posting recipes for local seafood from fishermen, chefs & home cooks every week, starting with a focus on delicious, in-season Monterey Bay King Salmon! .

CSFs are a great way to enjoy fresh, local, sustainable seafood from the Monterey Bay Fishing Community consistently. Join a CSF and get fresh, local seafood delivered to your home.