I have lived my whole life with a profound love for the ocean. As a kid growing up in Hawaii, I remember diving and fishing with my father, enjoying the benefits of our island paradise.

Sadly as I grew older and revisited the places of my childhood years; I have noticed a significant difference in the abundance of wild life. I have noticed firsthand the effects of over fishing on our sacred waters.

I believe as an avid ocean lover & chef that we must take measures to preserve the future of our oceans for our children.

At A Table Apart, we have decided to take a step in the right direction and focus on sustainable seafood. We will be preparing seafood that is not considered overfished or containing high levels of mercury.

Though this process may be a little restrictive as far as the choices of seafood available for our menu; my wife and I believe that we are taking the right direction to promote awareness to problems that not only face our industry but also everyday consumers.

Food is culture and culture is the preservation of the Aina..our earth

Chef Jeff Acol