Join us for the inaugural Divers’ Catch Gala — a one-night-only celebration of British Columbia’s most unique and sustainably hand-harvested delicacies: geoduck, sea urchin, and sea cucumber.

Date: Saturday, September 20, 2025
Location: The Deck at Radisson Blu, Richmond, BC
Time: Doors open at 6:00 PM

What to Expect

An unforgettable evening bringing together chefs, divers, distributors, and food lovers to highlight the remarkable bounty of our coastal waters. Guests will enjoy:

• Exclusive tasting plates from some of BC’s most exciting chefs

• The chance to meet the divers who harvest by hand with no bycatch and minimal ocean impact

• Insights into why supporting BC’s dive fisheries has never been more important

• A vibrant, ocean-inspired atmosphere hosted by emcee Lien Yeung

Featured Chefs

• Alex Kim – Five Sails

• Ned Bell – Hatch Hospitality

• Dez Lo – Luxe Appliance Studio / Top Chef Canada alum

• Will Lew – Pacific Reach

• Brodie Swanson – Haida Gwaii

• Bobby Milheron – Homer St. Café and Bar, Maxine’s Cafe and Bar, Tableau Bar and Bistro, Folietta Restaurant

• Tushar Tondvalkar – Restaurant Kavita

• Hiroshi Hoshiko – Private Chef

• Welbert Choi – eatFISH.ca

• Bo Li – The Fish Man

• Alana Maas - Northwest Culinary Academy of Vancouver

• Jacky Lee – Car's Desserts

Tickets

General Admission: $138.88
Includes entry, tasting plates, dessert, alcoholic and non-alcoholic drinks, and access to all gala programming.

Ticket Policy
As a non-profit, ticket sales help us cover event costs, so tickets are non-refundable. If your plans change, don’t worry — tickets are fully transferable, and you’re welcome to pass yours along to a friend or family member. Thank you for supporting our mission!

Dress Code: Business casual attire is kindly requested.

Please note: This is a 19+ event. Guests may be asked to show valid government-issued photo ID at the door.