Blue Hour: The Culinary Arts of Blue Food
September 27 @ 5:30 pm - 10:00 pm
AltaSea produces an annual fundraiser, Blue Hour, bringing a unique spectacle to life. The inaugural event took place in 2020 during the Covid pandemic, featuring a drive-in experience where the live ocean floor was digitally projected onto the Battleship USS Iowa, while accompanied by music. Since then, the theme of Blue Hour has evolved each year. In 2023 Blue Hour showcased over 15 original art pieces, all centered on ocean preservation and sustainability, while last year celebrated ocean inspired music performed by the LA Choral Lab. Blue Economy trailblazers are honored with the Innovator award, the NextGen award and, in special circumstances, the Cornerstone award for those longtime supporters.
This year, AltaSea will celebrate pioneers in the Blue Food sector, including Andrew Zimmern, celebrity American chef and restaurateur. As an Emmy-winning and four-time James Beard Award recipient, Andrew is a dynamic TV personality, chef, writer, and dedicated global citizen. He has committed his life to fostering cultural acceptance, tolerance, and understanding through culinary experiences, while also emphasizing the significance of ocean health, sustainability, and responsibly sourced food to secure a better future for generations. AltaSea will honor Andrew with the Innovation Award presented by lifetime ocean advocates, Philippe and Ashlan Cousteau.
This year’s Blue Hour will feature chef demonstrations, exquisite culinary creations, literal works of art from food, live music, distinctive entertainment, and a variety of ocean food and drinks.
All Blue Hour proceeds help to fund AltaSea’s education programs.