OYSTER REPORT!!!  
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Northern Belle
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Harvest Location: Souris, East Cape, PEI, CAN
Farmer: Phil Enserink

How they are grown: These oysters are grown in floating cages on Phil’s 30-acre lease for the majority of their lives. North Lake has rough waters with tons of wind and waves which naturally tumbles the oysters and helps them form strong shells with deep cups. Because the waters on this part of the island are especially cold, the oysters can take 4-5 years to reach market size.
How they taste: These oysters give us a fresh burst of ocean saltiness followed by a super savory, mushroom-esque umami.
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Sea Kist
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Harvest Location: Dutch Harbor, RI
Farmer: Nick Papa & Bill Cregan
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How they are grown: These oysters are grown in floating flip farm baskets that allow for maximum access to nutrients and are tide tumbled. After 14-24 months they are ready for harvest. The farm is located in the southern part of Narragansett Bay. Pure Atlantic Ocean water surges on the incoming tide, which leads to a complex flavor profile
How they taste: Not your ordinary RI oysters, strong saltiness up front followed by an unmistakeable butter richness that fades to a delicate sweet finish.

Sweet Water

Harvest Location: Tomales Bay, CA
Farmer: Hog Island

How they are grown: Rack and Bag
How they taste: Mild brine, herbaceous, cucumber finish
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