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Whitstable Pacific Oysters (S-XL)

Whitstable Pacific Oysters (S-XL)

Whitstable Pacific Oysters are cultivated and sustainably harvested by hand in inter-tidal waters at Whitstable Bay, Whitstable, Kent, England.

The name "Whitstable Oyster" is a protected food name with PGI (Protected Geographical Indication) status. Under this scheme, Whitstable Oysters are certified as being traditionally fished from Whitstable Bay; and prepared, processed or produced within the Whitstable Bay region.

Oysters have been fished from Whitstable Bay since Roman times.

The Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company (first established as a cooperative in 1793) is world famous for its "Whitstable Oyster".

Available: All year.

In Stock: Yes.

Size: Small (45-65g approx), Medium (65-85g approx), Large (85-115g approx), Extra Large (115-150g approx).

Freshest oysters possible
Whitstable Pacific Oysters remain in Whitstable Bay from seed until market size (takes 2 to 3 years).

Once harvested, these oysters are cleaned, purified in natural seawater from Whitstable Bay, and packed live to order in boxes at the oyster 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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Whitstable Pacific Oyster

 

Brininess: 6/10.

Meat to shell ratio: 8/10.

Meat: Plump, delicate.

 

Succession of flavour notes:

1. Fresh clean sea.

2. Melon, lemon.

3. Green grass.

 

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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Oysters have been fished from Whitstable Bay since Roman times to date.

 

First incorporated by an Act of Parliment in 1793 as the "Company of Free Fishers and Dredgers of Whitstable"; the Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company's Oyster Farm covers an area of inter-tidal waters at Whitstable Bay, near the seaside town of Whitstable, Kent, England.

 

Whistable Bay is part of the Swale River Estuary. At the shallow tidal waters of the Swale River Estuary, the freshwater of the Swale River mixes with the saltwater of the North Sea. The Swale River is a Designated Special Protection Area and a National Nature Reserve.

 

The Whitstable Oyster Fishery Company owns several restaurants and hotels in the area: Royal Native Oyster Stores (the world famous seafood restaurant that overlooks Whitstable Oyster Fam), The Lobster Shack, The Forge, Hotel Continental, and East Quay Venue.

 

Whitstable Pacific and Native Oysters are featured on menus at top oyster bars and restaurants in Whitstable, London and overseas.

 

The Whitstable Oyster Festival is held at the seaside town of Whitstable in July each year. This popular festival attracts tens of thousands of people, who enjoy oysters, local food and drink, live music, entertainment and activities.

 

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Whitstable Pacific & Native Oysters from Whitstable Bay, Kent, England.

 

Maps by Simply Oysters. Circles indicate approximate locations; not to scale.

 

Google Map of 51.863195,+-1.489692


Google Map of 51.372334,+0.849043

 

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In Stock. Delivery to addresses in mainland UK (Tuesday to Friday). Choose delivery date at checkout. At the latest, order 2 days before delivery date.

Prices are per Oyster. Minimum order for this product is 12 Oysters. Mix & Match this product with Other Products shown at the BOTTOM OF THIS PAGE. 

  • Brand: Whitstable
  • Product Code: WHIT
  • Availability: In Stock
  • £1.09
  • 24 or more £1.07
  • 36 or more £1.05

Available Options

This product has a minimum quantity of 12