Meet the Fishermen: | Local Fish

Jen Alvarez

Coast to Coast Marine

Jen is a San Diego based chef and emerging commercial fisherman whose work bridges local seafood, storytelling, and community. Raised in Florida fishing the Gulf of Mexico with her father and grandfather, and with deep family roots in commercial fishing in Belgium, Jen grew up on the water from a young age. Trained as a chef, Jen attended culinary school in New York and developed a strong foundation in farm to table cooking and local sourcing. After relocating to San Diego, she transitioned into culinary consulting and hosting highly curated farm to table dinners. For more than a decade, these dinners have centered on whole animal cooking, seasonal produce, and fish Jen caught herself. In recent years, Jen’s passion for fishing led her to purchase her own boat and obtain a commercial fishing license, allowing her to directly connect her catch with chefs who value freshness, sustainability, and thoughtful handling of seafood. With a unique perspective as both a chef and fisherman, Jen is deeply committed to getting high quality local fish into the hands of people who truly appreciate it, while helping build a more connected and transparent local seafood system.

Forrest Bogue

Fayal Fisheries

Founded 2024 by Forrest Bogue, Fayal Fisheries LLC aims to provide the freshest seafood from the Pacific Ocean straight to you. Fayal Fisheries was named in honor of his family who emigrated from the Azores Islands off Portugal onboard whaling ships of yesteryear. At present, our goal is to fish sustainably and provide quality seafood to valued customers at local community-based platforms or through wholesale businesses. Fishing locally helps provide an excellent product, never frozen and properly handled. We remain passionate about maintaining a valuable ecosystem and caring for every fish that comes over the rail. Forrest primarily fishes by hook and line gear. These methods of fishing allow operations to target specific species of fish all while being able to release undesirable catch quickly and efficiently back to the ocean unharmed.

Paul Carramao

Beano fish co llc

Paul is a next-generation hook-and-line fisherman who targets everything from local Rockfish to Bluefin Tuna and White Seabass. He practices shinkejime and ikejime, ensuring the highest quality in every fish. Most Sundays, you’ll find him at the Oceanside Fishermen’s Market—arrive early before he sells out.

Antonio Estrada

Fishing for local delicacies brings together Antonio's greatest passions: good food, the outdoors, and time on the water. With a lifelong love of the sea, he’s built his career around the rhythms of the coast — specializing in White Seabass, one of Southern California’s most beloved catches. His deep respect for the ocean shows in the care he takes with every fish he lands. When he’s not on the water, you’ll find him practicing yoga, exploring new corners of the world, or in the kitchen cooking a great meal.

JJ Gerritsen

The Craft Fish Company

Captain JJ Gerritsen’s been on the water his whole life, and he’s still at the helm today. As captain of our family boat the Piky, he leads every trip, catching every albacore by hand with skill, care, and deep respect for the ocean. By catching fish one at a time with a pole and line, we avoid waste, protect ocean habitats, and ensure future generations can fish these same waters. There’s no industrial damage. No unintended catch. Just a deep respect for the sea and the life it sustains. The Craft Fish Company is a small business with deep roots. We do it all ourselves, from catching the fish to packing your order. Every fish we pack is traceable, and every decision we make is built around sustainability. Because to us, stewardship isn’t a marketing word, it’s a way of life. If we can’t do it right, we don’t do it.

Greg Gershman

F/V Tanner Renee

Greg is a veteran fisher based out of North County. His love for fishing informs most everything he does and he's always waiting for the next time he can get on the water. Greg practices fishing at the highest standards of quality and sustainability with the intention of bringing high-quality products to market.

John Glawson

F/V Nicole Ann

Johnny is a native San Diegan and has been fishing for over 25 years. You can find Johnny on Saturdays selling his catch at Tuna Harbor Dockside Market. Johnny's top priority is bringing the freshest local fish to the public and local restaurants.

David Haworth

David Haworth comes from a 4th generation commercial fishing family from San Diego. You can often spot the Haworth family's boats down at the commercial dock near Seaport Village! The Haworth's family fleet includes the following vessels: F/V Kaylee H F/V Elizabeth H F/V Tiffany H F/V Pacific Horizon F/V Sea Haven

Andrew Hemstreet

Hemstreet Fisheries

Driven by a love for fresh, delicious seafood, 25 yr old Oceanside native Andrew Hemstreet has dedicated himself to bringing the highest quality fish to the market. Andrew specializes in sourcing Harpoon & DSBG Swordfish, Bluefin tuna, and our Local Rockcod with meticulous attention to detail, from dock to delivery. This dedication to quality ensures every bite is an unforgettable seafood experience!

Bly Johnson

F/V Escapade

Matthew "Bly" Johnson has been fishing in San Diego county for over 40 years. Bly is one of the only guys in San Diego still making custom spear guns by hand. You can shop them here.

Puria Keshmiri

Blue Water Fresh Fish

Puria spent two decades in the corporate world—working as a contractor, business owner, jeweler, and Programs Manager for the Elizabeth Taylor Trust—before returning to his roots in fishing. Introduced to the water by his father during childhood, he has spent the last five years as a licensed captain operating 5-ton vessels, running charters, and transporting boats. For the past three years, he has focused on commercial fishing, working off a 1983, 22-foot vessel and hauling up to 1,000 pounds of fish. He sells directly to restaurant chefs and wholesalers, prioritizing quality and humane practices using ikijime and shinkijime methods.

Michael Kowalski

Concha Seafoods

Michael is a next-generation fisherman specializing in abundant local species—pelagic fish like Mackerel and Sardines, along with nearshore Rockfish. Most Saturdays, you can find him at the Tuna Harbor Dockside Market, where he often sells out before 10 a.m. Known for his meticulous quality control, Michael ensures every fish is handled with care and delivered at peak freshness.