Petty Officer 3rd Class Ixye Almarez, a culinary specialist assigned to Coast Guard Cutter Northland (WMEC. 904), smiles for the camera, Aug. 27, 2024, while preparing food in St. John's, Newfoundland. Almarez is one of six culinary specialists stationed aboard the Northland. (U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Anthony Randisi)