San Diego Fishermen’s Group Partners with Top Chefs for ‘Local Fish, Global Flavors’

On Aug. 25, the San Diego Fishermen’s Working Group and Puffer Malarkey Collective, a San Diego-based restaurant group, will present a one-night event showcasing dishes using locally sourced seafood.

The festival will take place from 6 to 10 p.m at the Tuna Harbor Market Pier in Seaport Village, as an ode to local San Diego fishermen and the fresh product they supply.

The event, titled Dockside Night Market: “Local Fish, Global Flavors” will explore a variety of unique dishes cooked by local top chefs that showcase the freshest catch of the day. Chefs from some of San Diego’s best restaurants, such as Animae, Herb & Wood, Valle, and many more will participate in the event.

In addition to the unique dishes, the market will host a cash bar and live musical entertainment, featuring artists Sounds by Nikki, Good Gravy St Blues and The Barnacle Boys. 

100% of all ticket profits will be donated to the San Diego Fishermen’s Working Group, a nonprofit organization made up of fishermen from the ports of San Diego, which protects the commercial fishing interests and opportunities in San Diego. Funds will be used to help provide seafood choices that support local communities, respect regional cultures, and contribute to the health and sustainability of natural marine resources. 

This event supports the efforts of a U.S. Department of Agriculture-funded initiative for “Local Fish, Global Flavor,” in partnership with the San Diego Fishermen’s Working Group, Policy & Innovation Center, San Diego Food System Alliance, and California Sea Grant. Sponsors include the Port of San Diego.

“The fishing industry is integral to San Diego – just like we support small locally owned businesses and farms – we must support the local fisherman to preserve this important local industry that bring us fresh, healthy fish,” said Pete Halmay, president of the San Diego Fishermen’s Working Group and a longtime San Diego commercial fisherman.

Tickets are $100 for attendees 21+. Each ticket includes one tasting from each chef.