Orchard Point Oysters from Chesapeake Bay, MD

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Quantity: 50 Count | $2.70 per Oyster
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Farmer:
Saul Garcia, Scott Budden, and Brian Connelly

Size: ~2.5"

The sugar and toothy bite of a raw scallop, pleasantly mineral throughout. A demure salt level that makes it an excellent pairing for bright and bold treatments like granitas, chutneys, or compound butters.

About Orchard Point Oysters

Harvest location: Chesapeake Bay; Chester River and Eastern Bay

Where Exactly? - Chester River

Where Exactly? - Eastern Bay

How they’re grown: The farming sites are located in open waters, allowing for tidal flushing to bring in fresh food and water, and letting long fetch (the uninterrupted distance over water across which wind blows to create waves) to consistently tumble the oysters. The crops are cycled through different growing locations - the pristine waters near a federal wildlife refuge, in floating cages above sandy substrate, and in the center of the bay where the subtle changes in environment mold the oysters’ shape and flavor in new ways.

Why they’re unique: 
The Chester River lease is the largest remaining population of eastern oysters left in the estuary, and by farming it, he is able to help maintain the population and the downstream environmental benefits of the presence of oysters.

Story: 
Once a corporate financial and business analyst in Washington, DC., now an oyster farmer in the once-pirate-filled shores off Maryland. In 2015, Scott founded the farm with the desire to have a positive, measurable impact on the environment and his work does just that.

⚠ Prop 65 Warning

Consuming this product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.

Oyster FAQ

How long do my oysters keep?

Your oysters keep in the refrigerator for 5-7 days!  You can order a day or two early to make sure you have them in time for your gathering.  They are totally fine hangin’ out in the cool air.  

How do I store these bad boys?

When you receive your package, pull them out of the box (these guys need a little fresh air!). Grab a mixing bowl and throw the mesh bag in the bowl so that the oysters don’t leak all over your refrigerator. Grab a damp cloth and throw the cloth over the bowl.  You are good to go for the next 5-7 days. Doesn’t hurt to dampen the cloth each day to keep them moist and chilled.

Should I keep them on ice?

Only put the oysters on ice before service.  The oysters will actually die in the melted fresh water so do not store the oysters on ice.  They will not like this.

How are they shipped?

We ship using FedEx Overnight service. You will receive tracking info after the label has been printed the day before your oysters are set to arrive.  We do not require a signature – Fedex will leave your package at your doorstep.

Is your packaging recyclable?

Short answer: YES!

Our ClimaCell thermal liners are made of 90% FSC certified virgin kraft paper and corn starch, which allows you to recycle the insulated liner at home along with the cardboard box.⁠

Not only are the liners water repellant, they’re just as insulating as traditional styrofoam AND they can be recycled up to 5 times. Saving the planet has never been easier.⁠

Click here for more information on ClimaCell.

Overall rating: 5.0 / 5 from 1 reviews.

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Very Good

"They were fresh and yummy. Shipped right on time and still ice cold. Liked this varietal a lot, but my favorites were the classic Island Creeks."

Christina S. (5/5)

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