We’re celebrating summer with a plate of plump Pemaquid oysters, harvested in Maine and known for their sweet, salty flavor.
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Meet the Farmer: Blue Island Oyster Company
Blue Island Oyster Company owner Chris Quartuccio first began digging for clams when he was 12. In 1995, he began scuba diving for natural oysters in the Long Island Sound and delivering them fresh every day to restaurants in New York City. Two decades later, the Blue Island Oyster Company is widely regarded as the number one shellfish distributor in the New York area after having become world-renowned for their famous Naked Cowboy oyster. Read more about our trip after the jump.
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Perfect Pairings: 6 Wines for Your Oyster Fest
No oyster party is complete without some good wine to complement the briny deliciousness. Our wine merchant, Nicole, suggests pouring a glass of two of these to wash down your shellfish.
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Tasting Notes from Oyster Expert Julie Qiu
Whether you’re an aficionado or newbie, oysters make a sophisticated addition to any dinner party. And while the essence of an oyster varies depending on where and how it’s grown, here are some general tasting notes from Julie Qiu, founder and author of In A Half Shell, a website dedicated to international oyster appreciation.
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