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201717 minPGdoc-short

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Food Sustainability Marine Conservation

Blind Sushi

201717 minPGdoc-short

10.0/ 10(1 rating)• TMDB

Two chefs travel along the New England coast to address ocean conservation and promote sustainable seafood sourcing.

“searching for enlightenment in the muck”

Food Sustainability Marine Conservation

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Two chefs travel along the New England coast to address ocean conservation and promote sustainable seafood sourcing.

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Eric Heimbolddirector

Ryan Knightoncast

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Christine Ha, a blind adventure writer, partners with sustainable sushi chef David Bouhadana along the New England coast. They confront the challenges of ocean conservation while advocating for sustainable seafood sourcing. Through their culinary experiences, Ha and Bouhadana emphasize the flavors and cultural significance of sustainable sushi. The documentary calls for greater appreciation of marine resources and responsible fishing practices, urging a commitment to environmental stewardship within the culinary community.

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