Chef Andrew H. Garrett

Man… days like this just hit different.
Early start, clean water, rods bending, and a solid crew to share it with.

There’s something about being out there that resets everything—no noise, no distractions, just the rhythm of the ocean and the work in front of you.

Came back with some beautiful fish and even better memories.

Grateful for it all.

Anyone else feel like the ocean just resets everything?”

Oregon elk season: wrapped.
spent half the trip staring off into the distance like he was in a Cabela’s catalog.
(all 6’5” of him) and I covered more country than the USPS.

And the elk?
Yeah… they spent the entire week living their best lives on the one chunk of private ground we couldn’t touch.

A+ friends. B+ effort. F-minus elk cooperation.
See you next year, you majestic jerks.

From Fire to Tide: Why I Started

For years, my life has revolved around two things: food and the wild. Whether it’s breaking down fresh catch on the dock or crafting a multi-course meal over open flame, I’ve always believed the best stories are told around the table.

Drift & Flame is the next chapter of that story. It’s more than a fishing trip. It’s a journey — where the ocean provides, and we transform the day’s bounty into something unforgettable.

✔️ Premium fishing charters
✔️ Coastal lodging
✔️ Fire-driven dining experiences, curated by me

This isn’t just an adventure. It’s connection — to the water, to the wild, and to each other.

If you’ve ever wanted to experience Oregon’s rugged coast like a chef does, this is it.

📅 Now booking winter rockfish & crab experiences and 2026 summer halibut and tuna seasons
👉 driftandflame.com

Took a little trip down the southern Oregon coast and stopped by my favorite fishing town. I can not tell you enough about how awesome these folks are and how deeply they care for the health and longevity of our Oregon fisheries. You can click on their link and learn more. Or head over to and listen to their story. And make some time to see them. You will not regret it.