The Fishmonger

Examining the challenges faced by San Diego, Calif., commercial fishermen and their relationships with local chefs, the community and the world market.
Mixed Bag
S4 E6

Tommy Gomes is playing hooky from his day job at Tunaville Markey and Grocery to go fishing in the San Diego Bay.

Barbecued Potato Chip
S1 E1

How underutilized fish are making their way to U.S. restaurants and dinner tables.

San Diego, The Tuna Capital of the World
S1 E2

In 1960, San Diego was the tuna capital of the world. Environmental and regulatory challenges made life tougher on commercial fishermen there. Today, they're fighting to regain their spot as a major commercial fishing port.

Rules and Regulations
S1 E4

American commercial fishermen harvest sustainable fish responsibly and have to abide by regulations that international fishermen do not. San Diego fishermen would much prefer a level playing field where all play by the same set of rules.

Bottom Feeders
S1 E5

Edible sea creatures that live on the ocean floor are targeted and marketed by San Diego commercial fishermen.

Family Matters
S1 E7

Good fish isn't cheap and cheap fish isn't good. Fishmonger, Tommy Gomes explores the cost of American fish and the impact of mult-generational fishing families in San Diego.

Buy American
S1 E8

American commercial fishermen are passionate about what they do. Find out why it's best to support them while getting the best seafood on the planet.