Wallace Bay Oysters
Did you know that some of the most delicious oysters in the world come from the Northumberland Strait in Nova Scotia, Canada? These oysters, known as Wallace Bay oysters or…
Warren’s Cove Oysters
Warren's Cove oysters, cultivated in the unique marine environment of Plymouth, Massachusetts, stand out in the oyster world due to their distinctively salty and clean flavor profile. This taste is…
Washburn Island Oysters
Quick Facts Flavor Profile: Briny with a sweet finish and hints of seaweed. Unique Habitat: Grown in the nutrient-rich waters of Waquoit Bay, Massachusetts. Growout Period: 12 to 18 months…
Washington Kumamoto Oysters
Washington Kumamoto oysters from Taylor Shellfish Farms have a reputation for their exceptional sweetness and clean, fruity aromas. These oysters, native to Japan, are grown slowly, contributing to their unique…
Watch Hill Oysters
Watch Hill oysters stand out among their bivalve brethren due to their unique growing environment and cultivation methods. These Virginica oysters thrive in the nutrient-rich waters of Winnapaug Pond in…
West Mersea Native Oysters
Quick Facts Species: Ostrea edulis (European native oyster)7. Cultivation Method: Wild caught; grow-out period of 4–5 years9. Seasonality: Typically available September to April79. Salinity: Approximately 30–35 ppt, matching the nutrient-rich waters of the River…
West Mersea Rock Oysters
Quick Facts Species: Pacific oysters (Magallana gigas), also known as Rock oysters. Cultivation Method: Wild-caught in the River Blackwater Estuary and fattened in tidal creeks around Mersea Island. Seasonality: Available…
White Stone Oysters
Quick Facts Species: Crassostrea virginica (Eastern Oyster). Location: Farmed in the Chesapeake Bay, Virginia, USA. Flavor Profile: Sweet, buttery, and mildly briny with a clean finish. Salinity: Approximately 18-22 ppt.…
Whitecap Oysters
Whitecap oysters are Crassostrea virginica oysters that spawn in different locations in the United States and Canada. Known for their clean, balanced brine and plump meats, whitecap oysters are famous…
Wildcat Cove Oysters
Wildcat Cove Oysters have a rich history of cultivation in South Puget Sound's Wildcat Cove on Kamilche Point, southeast of Shelton, WA. Penn Cove Shellfish has been growing these oysters…