Grown in the intertidal zones of Baynes Sound, British Columbia, Beach Oysters™ are tide-hardened Pacific oysters with a firm shell and dense meat, prized for their balance of sweetness and clean brine.
What to Expect
Sweet and briny, with crisp salinity, a light cucumber finish and a soft mineral depth. The meat is firm and dense, a hallmark of natural beach growing, and the reason this oyster is trusted by chefs worldwide.
Origin & Product Details
Origin: Baynes Sound, British Columbia, Canada.
Species: Pacific oyster (Crassostrea gigas).
Size: Medium or Jumbo.
Product type: Live oysters, shucked or unshucked.
Serving Ideas
Enjoy raw on the half shell with lemon, shallot mignonette or a touch of yuzu ponzu. Also excellent grilled or baked with herb butter, garlic or a miso glaze. Pair with crisp white wine, brut Champagne or a clean Junmai Ginjo sake.
Storage & Handling
Keep live oysters refrigerated at 0–4°C, flat side up and covered with a damp cloth. Avoid fresh water and do not freeze. Shucked oysters should be kept on ice and enjoyed promptly; for the best flavour, enjoy as fresh as possible after delivery.