Test Your Oyster Knowledge
Dig deep in your soul—you know you’ve always wanted it. You’ve always wanted to write “ostreaphile” under occupation on your customs form. Now you can, at least without lying about it: sign up for Oceanaire’s Oyster College 101. The syllabus I received is a bit vague, but each class will “showcasing 10 varieties on the half-shell from select regions in North America including the popular Rhode Island Watch Hills, New Brunswick Caraquets and Virginia Rappahonocks. Additionally, selected wines will be paired to complement the samplings.” (Love second period!) Chef Chad Kelly will outline maps and notes about those slippery little critters while you sample away. The classes will be held at The Oceanaire Seafood Room from 12pm-2pm on June 21, July 12, July 26 and August 2. Cost is $40 per person. 972-759-2277. Open wide.
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I like the fact that they are dispelling the myth that oysters should only be eaten in months with the letter “R.” And that there are no Gulf oysters on the half-shell. Vibrio vulnificus is not a fun way to finish your meal.
These are all harvested in “cold” waters. And Kirk, you’re you are so right.