Monkeys By The Sea

Monkeys by the Sea is a Dutch food-tech company creating seafood-inspired plant-based products. It positions itself as a way to enjoy the taste, texture, and experience of seafood while reducing pressure on the ocean and supporting more planet-friendly diets. The company says it serves flexitarians, vegans, and fish-lovers who want seafood-like products without the environmental and ethical downsides of conventional fishing. Its approach combines plant proteins, seaweed-derived ingredients, and culinary development to recreate fish-like mouthfeel, flavor, and appearance. Based in Bergen op Zoom in the Delta Agrifood Business food innovation hub, Monkeys by the Sea presents itself as mission-driven, ocean-focused, and collaborative, with a team that blends food science, culinary expertise, and sustainability goals. Core Values Ocean stewardship : The company repeatedly frames its mission around protecting “Mother Ocean” and reducing pressure on marine ecosystems through alternative seafood products. Health and nutrition : It emphasizes nutritious ingredients, including omega-3-rich algal oil and protein sources, and links its products to good health and well-being. Local and responsible sourcing : Monkeys by the Sea says it aims to source ingredients as locally as possible and reduce the carbon footprint of its operations and products. Innovation and food-tech creativity : The company highlights experimentation with plant-based, vegetable, and seafood-industry techniques to solve the challenge of making convincing seafood alternatives. Unique Aspects Seafood alternatives built around ocean-inspired ingredients : Unlike many plant-based brands, Monkeys by the Sea explicitly uses seaweed-derived ingredients, purified seawater, and marine flavor cues to recreate seafood experiences. Founder-led seafood expertise : The founder’s background in selling seafood globally informs the company’s product direction and its focus on authentic seafood taste and texture. Patented purification process for seawater : The company says it uses seawater from the Oosterschelde marine reserve and subjects it to a patented purification process before blending it into recipes. Located in a food innovation hub : The company is based in the Delta Agrifood Business in Bergen op Zoom, which supports its positioning as a food-tech innovator. Mission tied to UN Sustainable Development Goals : It states support for six SDGs, including health, responsible consumption, climate action, life below water, life on land, and partnerships.