The importance of good basics
Welcome to Seatopia 101 — your introduction to mastering clean, sushi-grade seafood at home.
In this 1:1 virtual session, a member of our Culinary Team will guide you through the essential techniques that ensure every Seatopia meal is safe, delicious, and effortless.
You’ll learn how to:
- Handle & Defrost Properly — the best methods for thawing sushi-grade seafood while preserving texture and nutrients.
- Prep & Cook with Confidence — how to season, sear, and finish your fish using clean, simple techniques.
- Build Kitchen Readiness — setting up your tools, oils, and workspace for success.
Whether you’re brand new to cooking seafood or just refining your skills, this session will help you handle Seatopia products with confidence and reverence — honoring both your health and the ocean that sustains us.
Getting that perfectly crispy skin in the pan
Learn how to achieve that first, unforgettable bite of crispy, golden fish skin — without sticking, tearing, or guesswork. In this interactive 1:1 session, you’ll cook alongside a member of the Seatopia Culinary Team and master the chef-approved parchment paper method that makes crispy skin foolproof at home.
This is a hands-on, cook-along experience designed to build confidence with skin-on seafood and clean pan-frying techniques.
What you’ll learn during the session
- The No-Stick Method — how to pan-fry with parchment paper for even crisping and easy release
- The Science of Crispiness — why moisture control, timing, and salt placement matter
- Finishing & Plating — how to preserve crunch and pair your fish with clean, vibrant flavors
Some pre-reading and prep is required, so please read the booking pages notes attentively to make the most of your class.
The secrets of miso marinade
Discover one of Japan’s oldest culinary secrets — the miso marinade, a centuries-old technique that both preserves and elevates seafood.
In this hands-on, cook-along virtual session, you’ll work alongside a member of the Seatopia Culinary Team to transform your Seatopia fillet into a golden, umami-rich dish that’s as nourishing as it is delicious.
This session is designed to build confidence with clean marinades, gentle fermentation, and simple cooking techniques that respect the purity of sushi-grade seafood.
What you’ll learn during the session
- The Art of Miso Marination — how miso, honey, and vinegar work together to tenderize and infuse deep umami
- Cooking to Perfection — how to broil, bake, or pan-sear for caramelized depth and flaky texture
- Balancing Flavor & Function — pairing your fish with clean sides like greens, soba noodles, or rice
Some pre-reading and prep is required, so please read the booking pages notes attentively to make the most of your class.
Your Seatopia Culinary Team
Chef James
A passionate Chef, underwater photographer & an accomplished surfer & bluewater sailor having lived aboard a sailboat for 10 years, completing the US Coast Guard Captain training & sailed the Eastern Pacific coastline from San Francisco, California to Ecuador & the Galapagos Islands.
Chef Miriam
Miriam is a certified Functional Nutrition Coach and Private Chef whose healing journey deepened her belief in food as medicine and shaped her focus on autoimmune conditions. Now rooted in Ojai’s agricultural valley, she works with organizations in the regenerative movement, weaving storytelling, experiential learning, and education to inspire systems-level awareness. She believes some of the most profound learning happens over a meal—at home, with food grown nearby, and a community that honors your seat at the table.
Chef Clark
Clark worked at Chef Dan Barber’s two Michelin star restaurant, Blue Hill at Stone Barn, in New York as a line cook for two years. He’s worked fall harvest at Morning Glory Farm in Edgartown, Massachusetts, and as a Venture Fellow at Food Future Co. in New York. He holds a BA in philosophy and economics from Claremont McKenna College.
Chef Nico
Nicolas Torrent, founder of Circadian Research, brings over a decade of experience as a private chef for high-performance individuals and wellness-focused families. His approach to food is rooted in functional medicine, circadian rhythm alignment, and ancestral wisdom. Chef Nico is currently available for hire in Southern California and Kaua’i for private dinners, retreats, and nutritional consultations.
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