Master the art of oyster shucking!
These hands-on sessions pair a small group of participants with local oyster farmers for an unforgettable experience. Featuring fresh oysters, expert instruction, and a behind-the-shell look at New Hampshire’s aquaculture industry.
Come curious and leave confident with an oyster knife in hand!
** Space is limited, registration required **
Schedule
June 17 from 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Location: Garrison City Provisions, 8 Franklin Plaza, Dover NH
Garrison City Provisions in Dover, NH is a beautifully crafted store full of household pantry items and specialty foods, cheeses, wines, chocolates and baked goods. 10% off all store items with paid registration!
Meet your farmer: Laura Brown, owner of Fox Point Oysters (Little Bay, NH), brings 14+ years of experience farming and shucking oysters. She'll share stories and teach you to shuck with confidence.
Price: $65.00 per person
Come learn, taste, and shuck!
What's included in the workshop
Learn to open oysters safely, prepare oysters, and safely source your local seafood.
A dozen fresh oysters to practice on.
Two complimentary wine pairings and focaccia.
What you'll take home
Hands-on oyster shucking training from a local farmer.
A take-home kit, including: oyster knife, gloves and waterproof tote.
Educational resources.
Learn to shuck
We'll provide the gear and local oysters, you'll just need to come ready to shuck!
Leave the workshop with your very own shucking knife, and the knowledge to host a raw oyster bar at your next gathering of friends and family.
Eat New Hampshire oysters
These workshops are led by local oyster farmers, who bring oysters grown right here in New Hampshire waters.
See if you can identify the unique flavor profile of a granite state oyster!
Connect with community
Learning to shuck is fun! Come with your friends and family, and leave with new connections in your local community.
In this small-group setting, you'll have the opportunity to connect with others and learn from the experts why oysters are such a sustainable source of seafood. Ask as many questions as you wish!
Contact
Gabriela Bradt, Ph.D.
Fisheries and Aquaculture Extension Specialist
gabriela.bradt@unh.edu
(603) 862-2033
Linas Kenter, Ph.D.
Aquaculture and Fisheries Research Scientist
Linas.Kenter@unh.edu
