JRF Looking to Support More East Coast Oyster Restoration Projects

This is a strong funding opportunity for coastal projects, so if you are leading an oyster restoration effort or considering one, here’s a short interview

3 Pairings I’m Loving with Oysters Right Now

In early June, I had the pleasure of hosting an oyster tasting for the Bleu Duck Kitchen Retreat in West Point, Maine in partnership with

Maine Oyster Culinary Retreat | Sept 16-22, 2023

Join Lady Oyster & The Maine Oyster Company for an immersive seafood experience. Maine is a food sophisticate’s dream where authentic food, travel, and community

HATCH CHILE IN A COCKTAIL SAUCE | A RECIPE

It all began with a salty, spicy kitchen experiment. Could The Fresh Chile Company and I marry terroir and merroir, spice and brine? I put

Stephie Jones | The Oyster’s Modern Impressionist

Stephie Jones is a coastal artist based in Virginia Beach who is well known for her range of captivating interpretations of oysters. Her modern impressionism

MI-SO SWEET OYSTERS | A RECIPE

Who loves miso? This is my miso-inspired recipe for grilled oysters.

3 Easy Steps (and 3 Butter Recipes!) for Hosting the Perfect Clam Night

Here`s a step-by-step process for hosting the perfect clam night at home with friends, as well as three of my favorite butter recipes!

The Ultimate Stocking Stuffer Guide for Seafood Lovers

Here`s a Christmas stocking gift guide for that special "seafoodie" in your life.

3 Reasons Why Oysters are a Slow Food | A Salt Ceremony with Watch House Points and Chincoteague Salts

Here`s my take on three reasons why oysters are the perfect “slow” food and what it means to have a “salt ceremony.” A

Lady Oyster Chowder Featured on Edible Maine

There is nothing quite like a warm chowder on a cold winter’s day! My “Lady Oyster Chowder” was featured as the “Last Bite” in the

Chunus and Misty Points | The Two Finest “Oyster Sisters” on Virginia’s Eastern Shore

Life on the Delmarva’s Eastern Shore is an odiferous mix of marsh and sea. The peninsula’s beaches, seagrass, and permeable wetlands surround every part of

Florida’s Oyster Bay | A Neighborhood on the Water

Florida’s Oyster Bay is a budding area for oyster farming. The Bay’s oyster leases are close in proximity, creating a growing neighborhood on the

Meet the World’s First Full-Titanium Oyster Knife | Made for the New Circular Economy

Emergo Designs, a Dutch company led by Alexander Bol, has launched the first sustainable, circular-based oyster knife carved from a single block of Grade

5 Oyster Mignonette Recipes You’ll Love by Lady Oyster

Everyone knows that oysters in autumn are like peaches in summer. They’re the sweetest, creamiest morsels that are farmed to perfection after “Harvest Moon,” that

Oyster Barba: A Masterfully Curated Oyster Experience in Italy

After a year and a half of anticipation and challenges, boarding a plane to Italy in August 2021 felt surreal; somewhere in between a great

The Blind Oyster Farmer | Michael Barnett’s Story of Resilience Through Oysters

Michael Barnett went blind at age 54, but when he met Deborah Keller, an oyster farmer in Apalachicola, his perspective on life changed.

The Dollar Value of Shellfish as an Environmental Service

Researchers in Greenwich Connecticut have found that oyster and clam aquaculture in their town alone has saved $2.8-5.8 MILLION in environmental services each year

Elevating the Voices of Women in the Oyster Industry on #IWD

In the spirit of International Women’s Day, I would like thank all the women who have contributed to Lady Oyster and inspired me through their

Forget the “Prairie Oyster” Hangover Cure. Try the Real Oyster Instead.

You’ve seen them in movies, novels, and your neighborhood pub. Perhaps you’ve held your nose and slung one back, hands shaking from your “Sunday Scaries”.

Oyster Love in a Book – Join Our Journey!

We’re exploring book publication! Lady Oyster is seeking feedback from the oyster community. Would you like to follow along in our journey, be featured,

Lady Oyster’s 2020 Oyster Lover Gift Guide

We’ve been looking forward to the end of the year, ALL year … am I right? 2020 hasn’t been a walk in the park, but

From PwC to the Joys of the Sea: The Story of Lambert Shellfish

I think we all know by now that oyster farming is not for the faint of heart. It’s a labor of love that takes a

Crispy Chili Oil is so Hot Right Now

… But will it pass the oyster litmus test? Firstly, for those who haven’t tried Japanese chili crisp (also known as La-Yu), it’s like a

Bar Harbor Blondes By the Seashore

These beautiful “Blondes” are Bar Harbor Oyster Co.’s signature delights and they are divine. During our stay in Acadia National Park in August, Warwick and

Go ALL IN on the Oysters at High Roller Lobster Co.

How do you describe that feeling when you’re served the perfect shuck? … ⁣⁣ For me, this might be sunshine ️ *bleeping* rainbows! Jake, a.k.a.

Stella Maris Oyster Co.: The Stars of the Sea in Port Stephens, Australia

In this farm feature, we’re traveling across the world and down under for a story about a family who did just the same. Guilherme Y.

Treasures Found at Low Tide: The Story of Lindsay Bisbano and Low Tides Design

In an era where retail is so manufactured, today’s handmade goods feel rare and precious. Artists and designers with handmade “labors of love” inspire me

Ivory Pearl: Boston’s New “Diamond in the Rough” Raw Bar

Opening a restaurant during a pandemic sounds unthinkable. In fact, I’ve been so focused on Boston’s restaurant scene survival, that I nearly overlooked a special

What Does “Phenotype” Mean for an Oyster?

Do you know what the term, “Phenotype” means? It’s used to describe an organism’s observable traits. Within a phenotype, some traits identified are genetic, while

There’s More than One Way to Shoot an Oyster: The Story of Vince Lendacki

Most shellfish lovers will agree that oysters are better shared, but I’d add that they’re also better paired. The rumor got out that a very

When Craftsmanship and Utility Make for the Perfect Shuck: The KRAKEN Oyster Grip

The KRAKEN Oyster Grip is the perfect at-home assist for oyster shucking. Hand made in Maine.

Elegant | Sophisticated | Coastal Chic: Meet Rachel Cobbs of Old Line Oysters

When I received my package from Old Line Oysters, I didn’t even want to unwrap it. The care and thought in its presentation already spoke

A Passion Found in a “Shelly Place”: The Story of Marie-Aude Danguy and Triskell Seafood

Have you ever found a special corner of the world, and never wanted to leave? Most of us have experienced it at least once. We’ve

The Salty Birds that Prove Oyster Growing is an Art: Pelican Oyster Co.

It’s May – that special time of year for sunshine, blooming flowers, and grilling on the back porch. Oysters on the grill are such a

Oyster Ninja Podcast – Featuring My Tips for Social Media in the Oyster Industry

This week, Gardner Douglas of Oyster Ninja Podcast released our virtual interview on the value of social media in the oyster industry! We discuss how

A Natural Eye for Texture & Shape: Edible Illustrations by Molly Reeder

 Molly. Photo taken by Ash Hobson Carr. Source: mollyreeder.com When I found an oyster illustration by Molly Reeder on social media, I was undeniably

Cumulus Inc: Melbourne’s Kitchen for Oyster Lovers

There is a good reason that Melbourne and Boston are sister cities. There’s a love of locale, inner-city pride, and creativity that blooms on every

Exploring New Zealand’s South Island Wonders with Oyster Love

Exploring New Zealand’s South Island through Marlborough and Abel Tasman, with special oyster experiences along the way!

The Lustrous Life of Pearls: Thailand’s World Inside the Oyster

Thailand, one of the most beautiful countries in the world, is a rainbow land, generous with delicious culinary flavors, warm people, and glittering shorelines. I

The Maine Oyster Company: A Hub for Community, Experiences, and Stories

A Day on the Water with The Maine Oyster Company

Maine’s Autumn Miracle: Over 33 Maine Oyster Growers at one Oysterfest!

Harvest on the Harbor’s Portland Oysterfest on October 19th was extraordinary. Thanks to the planning efforts of John Herrigel, Maine Oyster Company’s owner, over 33

La Rhétaise and Madame Sardine: Behind the Local Oyster Scene in Ile de Re

Welcome to Ile de Re. This beautiful little island off the coast of France has quite an oyster scene. Hundreds of farms on the island

La Cabane du Grouin: Île de Ré’s First “Organic” Oyster Farm

Welcome to the western coast of France. It’s a hazy, humid summer morning after rain, and so dewy it’s coating our faces in salty mist.

The Search for Hidden Beauty: Debbie Brady’s Oyster Art

Many of us know that an oyster is more than just an appetizer on half shell. Most of us also understand an oyster’s role as

Three Reasons Why Oysters Bring Life to the Party

Bring back the imagination, the refusal of ordinary, the celebration of color and myriad mysteries. Provide a DJ that requires no requests, and libations that

Taste Maine’s Future: The Damariscotta Oyster Celebration 2019

Last year was the first official Damariscotta Oyster Celebration, and when I wrote my initial story on the event, I made a comment that still

A Shanghai Adventure to The Plump Oyster Bar and Botanik

It was fortuitous that an annual work conference was destined for Shanghai this year, as I’ve been itching to explore the oyster scene in China.

Meet the Future of Aquaculture on the Gulf: The Growers Behind Grand Isle Sea Farms and Indian Lagoon

The first oyster that Elina ever tasted was from her own farm. Elina Guerrero’s life never had anything to do with oysters. She is from

Let’s Talk “The Shop” in Portland

Warwick and I pit-stopped into The Shop on our way back from Damariscotta around mid-day on a Sunday. Feeling lucky to get a little reprieve

Damariscotta’s Winter Wonderland

I love my little home in Boston, but after airports and cities five days a week I slow down hard – begging for salty air

Finding Your Path in the Oyster Industry: Nicolette Mariano’s Story of True Grit

Nicolette Mariano and I connected via my last farm story about Oyster Boss. I originally planned to blend the perspectives of both Jeff Tilley and

The Morrison Bar & Oyster Room: A Glorious Syndey Shuck

After three weeks in Asia where the oysters weren’t a menu offering, I was thrilled to land in Australia where Christmas would be warm, the

The Oysterman: A Toast to Hometown

Duxbury, Massachusetts produces some of the best oysters in the world, so you can imagine how many bivalve lovers would visit each year to spend

Owning the Process: The Story of Oyster Boss

I was scheduled to speak with Jeff Tilley of Oyster Boss one November morning but when I rang, it went straight to voicemail. A few

Half Shell Adventures: Making Memories on Maryland’s Waters

Boats, drinks, music, friends, crabs, oysters, sunsets. Is there a greater joy in this world? I stumbled across Half Shell Adventures months ago, and every

Wright Bro.’s Spitalfields: Cozy, Radiant, Inviting

This trip to London was special. My best college friend, Amanda, was preparing for her wedding, and so I made the trip to spend a

Saltie, it’s a Way of Life

If I could describe Saltie Girl in the form of a gem, it would be the little emerald of oyster bars. As petite as it

Peat & Pearls: A Tribute to the Gulf’s Pretty & Gritty

As I begin this post, I am revisiting personal pastimes of long, sticky drives down south with my family, and the changing smells from oak to

The Damariscotta River Cruise: A Backstage Pass to Maine’s Precious Oyster Farms

“The seatbelt light will not be lit; feel free to move about the cabin,” said Chip, Captain of the River Tripper and River Cruise Host.

Shuck Station: An Oyster Eater’s Dream Local

Damariscotta, or as they are calling it, the “Napa Valley of Oysters” requires an exemplary place to enjoy them. Well, we found it. Warwick and

From Bay to Table, the Onliest Way

Richmond seems like another home to me. Its suburbs and likeness to where I grew up feel all too familiar. The DC, Maryland and Virginia

Oystermen: London’s Precious Pearl for Oysters

I wandered through Covent Garden on a Monday evening and mistook it for a Friday. Dim spotlights, uneven streets, and cacophonous chatter on packed outdoor

The Damariscotta Oyster Celebration: 2000 Years in the Making

I can’t help but feel a bit of nostalgia as I introduce the next feature. My second farm  – ever (!) – on Lady Oyster

DC’s Hidden Secret: The Fish Market on the Wharf

Most people visiting DC want to stand in awe of monuments or hustle through its amazing museums. They’ll take the evening to explore Alexandria’s old

Les Sablons Oyster Bar

Source: Emily Sotomayer. Boston Magazine NOTE FROM VIRGINIA: Sadly, Les Sablons has shut its doors. I truly loved this bar and am very sad to

The Story of Clammerhead and the Famous Green Gills

Here`s a scene for the books. Imagine four oyster-obsessed people at midnight in a Cambridge parking car garage, huddled over 1,000 oysters chilling in the

Low Impact is High Impact: The Story of Stella Mar Oysters

Warwick and I rolled up to the Harbor Point docks in Stamford, Connecticut, coffees in hand, on a warm, sunny Wednesday morning. As we arrived,

Earthy, Edgy and One-of-a-Kind: Oyster Inspired Art by Willem Leemans

Oyster lovers come in all forms. From growers to shuckers, poets to architects, artists to environmentalists, restaurateurs to consumers – there are deep appreciations for them

East Coast Provisions: You’ve Got a Friend in Richmond

There I was, sneaking up to the bar at East Coast Provisions like the Pink Panther, and wondering whether I looked a little too obvious

Island Creek Oyster Bar: An Oyster’s Farm-to-Table Pioneer

Let me confess, if it’s not already obvious. I’m not in the business of reviewing restaurants; I just love to share what I love, and

An Irish Family Affair: The Story of Moyasta Oysters

Ireland, as many of us oyster lovers know, is the home to one of Europe’s longest foodie celebrations, The Galway Oyster Festival, which started back

Neptune Oyster: The 42 Most Coveted Seats for Oysters in Boston

My first experience at Neptune Oyster was years ago with two of my most untamed, wildest friends from home (DC). I recall laughing as hard

“It’s hard work, but the best kind of hard.” The Story of Moon Shoal Oysters

Jon hooked me on his story. There is something so refreshing about someone who, in the blink of an instant, knows what’s next. For Jon,

A Farm Founded in Family: Meet Jake Puffer of Wellfleet Oyster & Clam

Warwick and I looped around Wellfleet’s windy little roads, half remembering the directions from the Festival just months prior and the bumper-to-bumper congestion as the

The Story of Sloop Point Oyster Farms

Christmas is just around the corner, and it’s the most wonderful time of the OYSTER ! I’m singing it, I’m singing it everywhere … And

The Story of Mystic Oysters

As you drive up the coast of New England, you’ll fall in love with its sleepy seaport towns. They’re all a little bit different, and

The Promise of Oyster-tecture: 99% Invisible’s Must-Listen Podcast

  99% Invisible’s Podcast, Oyster-tecture Who loves a good podcast? I got hooked about six years ago starting as a diehard of This American Life,

Rappahannock in Richmond, VA

On my last work trip, I had the opportunity to pop into Rappahannock in downtown Richmond. I had heard so much about the Rappahannock Oyster

Opening Minds, Opening Oysters: The Story of Bella “Gator” Macbeth Cain

“Opening Minds, Opening Oysters” When I started this blog, I was most excited about the thought of meeting new people who shared the same passions

The Story of Grey Lady Oysters

Nantucket, Nantucket… I’m still new to Massachusetts but I dropped down a year ago for the Film Festival and fell absolutely in love with the

Wellfleetian for a Weekend! Oysterfest 2017

As I prep for the mountain of oysters I’m about to eat this weekend on the Cape, I was lucky enough to have a call

Blending Culture & Community: The Halifax Oyster Festival

I was thrilled to speak today to Christine Oreskovich, publisher of The Coast, the award-winning, alt-weekly newspaper for the Halifax, Nova Scotia community… and the

Time Travelling at Maison Premiere

Why do I love it? Three things: 1) A part of me wants this to be my house. New Orleans distressed walls with a dash

Meet Gardner Douglas, the 6th Greatest Shucker in the USA

I am honored to share the story of Gardner Douglas, a US Vet and the 6th greatest shucker in the nation. Every journey sharing these

The Story of Orchard Point Oysters

In the words of Steve Harvey, I’ve got a good one for you today. Let me introduce you to Scott, who just might be the oyster

The Woman Behind Long Cove Sea Farm

I am so inspired by people like Abby. Abby is an entrepreneur who owns Long Cove Sea Farm, and is carving out her niche in

The Story of Scott Sanner AKA @OysterTin

The words “vintage” and “wine” go really well together, but you wouldn’t be too keen to hear “vintage” and “oysters” in the same sentence. That is

The Story of Fat Baby Oysters

How could I not ask Fat Baby Oysters for a story? I’ve followed them online and they really do “scream with attitude.” How did they

Slurping Selects at Select Oyster Bar

Wedged right in between quaint old Commonwealth Ave. and a bustling Boylston St., you’ll find Select Oyster Bar, which doesn’t seem at all too fussed if

Slide into Eventide, Portland, ME

Picture two scruffy post-campers rolling up in East Portland. We smell a little smoky, our hair has gone wild, and we have a damp dog

The Story of Nonesuch Oysters

Nonesuch Oysters begin with a woman named Abigail Carroll, otherwise known as Maine’s Oyster Lady (so fitting that I could catch her for a brief

The Story of Sea Dipped

We invite you to indulge in the sea’s inspiration with us, to go with the flow and embrace life’s possibilities. – Sea Dipped Meet Hattie,

The Story of Effingham Oysters

When I started this project, my hope was that I could weave meaningful stories into the enchanting world of oysters. I have been modestly asking

Sips and Slurps @ Newport Oyster Festival

Thank god for a warm week in New England and a bit of sunshine – does that ever compliment a few oysters and champs! Apparently

Lowcountry Oyster Festival, Charleston, SC

The Southern Way Drenched in cocktail sauce on a cracker. The Good Luck Charm BFFs… You gotta eat the crab. Passing us those buckets! Thanks

One of These Things Just Doesn’t “Belon” Here

Thanks to the suit job I get to bounce around the east coast in my quest for oyster knighthood. I’m not the best at this

What’s the Crack on Row 34?

First thing’s first. The Island Creek Oyster Dudes are supposedly a few couple of suave gents. They’re borderline celebrity for a little city like Boston…

Whilst in Vancouver

Duty calls for the real job! But there is always time for a few seafood joints along the way. Granville Island pit stop and Rodney’s.

Books I’m Reading

The Essential Oyster and Shucked. More on these stories to come.

The Maiden, South Boston

Review of Oysters at The Maiden, Boston.

Welcome to Lady Oyster

This is me, and my dog Penny. I was born on the Eastern Shore in Maryland, and grew up in that beautiful, porous state for