November 12, 2026 | Capitola Wharf
An Outstanding in the Field long-table feast in Capitola celebrating the repaired Capitola Wharf with Monterey Bay seafood, Santa Cruz County produce, and the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust.
About the event
A feast tied to the wharf’s repair
Outstanding in the Field is organizing a long-table feast at Capitola Wharf in Capitola. The event is centered on the wharf’s reopening after the huge waves of winter 2023 broke the historic pier in half; the pier is described as reopened, repaired, and revived with a new deck and pilings.
The meal is described as featuring farmers of Santa Cruz County, fisherfolk of Monterey Bay, and staff from the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust. The Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust is also described as having started a Community Seafood Program and working on sustainable fisheries, resilient waterfront communities, and a healthy ocean ecosystem in the region.
Named participants
The host is Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust. Named food and beverage participants include host fisherman Hans Haveman of H&H Fresh Fish, guest winery Laurel Livingston and Glen Caughell of Lyndon Fog Cellars, and guest beverage producer Mountain Valley Spring Water. The guest chef is listed as TBA.
Jim Denevan is named as heading up the kitchen. The event text connects the dinner to his hometown, noting that the family house is on Pleasure Point and that his brother Bill’s organic orchard is nearby.
Collaboration and planning notes
The event is presented in collaboration with the Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust and the Capitola Village and Wharf Business Improvement Area. Published ticket information lists $453.39 USD.
Frequently asked questions
Who is hosting the event?
The host is Monterey Bay Fisheries Trust.
Which food and beverage participants are named?
Named participants include host fisherman Hans Haveman of H&H Fresh Fish, guest winery Laurel Livingston and Glen Caughell of Lyndon Fog Cellars, and guest beverage producer Mountain Valley Spring Water. The guest chef is TBA.
Who is leading the kitchen?
Jim Denevan is named as heading up the kitchen.
Why is the event connected to Capitola Wharf?
It celebrates the wharf after winter 2023 damage, when the historic pier broke in half and was later reopened, repaired, and revived with a new deck and pilings.
What is the published price?
The published price is $453.39 USD.
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