Porthilly Pacific Oysters (XS-L)
Porthilly Pacific Oysters are cultivated and sustainably harvested by hand in inter-tidal waters at the River Camel Estuary, Porthilly, Rock, Cornwall, England.
The beautiful River Camel Estuary is a Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; and a Special Area of Conservation.
Available: All year.
In Stock: Yes.
Sizes: Cocktail (50-70g approx), Small (70-90g approx), Medium (90-110g approx), Large (110-140g approx).
Freshest oysters possible
Porthilly Pacific Oysters remain in the River Camel Estuary from seed until market size (takes 2 to 3 years).
Once harvested, these oysters are cleaned, purified in natural seawater from the River Camel, and packed live to order in boxes by the shellfish farm (Monday to Thursday) for next day courier delivery to our clients' addresses in mainland UK (Tuesday to Friday).
Store and consume
For the freshest and best flavour, store Pacific Oysters in the fridge and consume within 4-5 days from delivery. Oysters can be consumed raw or cooked.
How to Store Oysters & Best Before Guide
Ingredients: Oysters (molluscs).
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Porthilly Pacific Oyster
Brininess: 6/10.
Meat to shell ratio: 8/10.
Meat: Plump, firm.
Succession of flavour notes:
1. Woody and nutty.
2. Subtle cucumber.
3. Avocado.
Disclaimer. This taste review is our own opinion. Each oyster is unique with flavour influences by its waters, climates and seasons.
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Established in 1980, and family owned and operated; Porthilly oyster farm covers four sites on both sides of inter-tidal waters at the River Camel Estuary, near the coastal settlement of Porthilly, Rock, Cornwall, England.
Porthilly Oyster farm is the only oyster farm in north Cornwall.
The River Camel Estuary is a 'Cornwall Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty'. As a protected landscape, the River Camel Estuary has the same status and protection as a National Park. The River Camel Estuary includes four Sites of Special Scientific Interest. The River Camel is a Designated Special Area of Conservation.
As one of the few safe havens on the north coast of Cornwall, the River Camel Estuary has been used since Roman times. The River Camel and its tributaries are crossed by more listed bridges than any other river in Cornwall. Of these, Wadebridge is the oldest and was built in the 15th century. The name 'Camel' is derived from the Middle Cornish name 'Cal-Em' and means 'Crooked One', which reflects the various twists and turns of the River Camel.
Cornwall Good Seafood Guide and Cornwall Wildlife Trust recommend Porthilly Pacific Oysters as a resposnible and sustanably harvested seafood product, This status endorses the excellent management practices by Porthilly oyster farm.
In recent years, Porthilly Pacific Oysters has won the 'Best Pacific Oyster' award at the British Oyster Championships. This award is decided by expert judges who carry out blind taste tests and rate the oysters from Britain and Ireland on appearance, meat-to-shell-ratio, and flavour.
Porthilly Pacific Oysters are featured on menus at top oyster bars, restuarants, and hotels in the UK and overseas.
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Porthilly Pacific Oysters from Camel River Estuary, Cornwall, England.
Maps by Simply Oysters. Circles indicate approximate locations; not to scale.
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