Barton Seaver is a leading sustainable seafood expert and educator and an award-winning chef. He grew up cooking and shopping with his dad at D.C.’s famous seafood wharf, inspiring him to dedicate his career to all things salty, scaled and shelled. “I’ve lived and worked all over the world, finding inspiration in many cuisines,” says Chef Barton, adding that the hallmark of his cooking is pairing fresh ingredients. He’s held positions with the United States Culinary Ambassador Corps, New England Aquarium and Harvard School of Public Health, informing consumers and institutions about how food choices encourage healthier people, environments and communities.