Sustainable Seafood
My years in Monterey, working alongside the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch program, deeply shaped my philosophy on sustainability and freshness. I have always believed great food begins with respect, for the ingredients, for the people who harvest them, and for the environment that sustains us. At Côte d’Azur, we continue that approach by sourcing seafood responsibly, using minimally processed ingredients, and supporting local vendors whenever possible. We cook simply, letting natural flavors speak for themselves, and we never fry our food. It’s a reflection of the same values that have guided my kitchen for decades: purity, balance, and care for what we serve and where it comes from.