Are Oysters Still in Season?

Contrary to myths that suggest otherwise, oysters can safely be eaten every month of the year. So, are oysters still in season even if the month doesn’t have an “r” in its name? Yes! May, June, July, and August are times when oysters can safely be eaten. Experts agree that if the oysters are grown in healthy waters and are handled properly, any time is the right time to enjoy oysters. City Fish Market has been a trusted source of year-round oysters for nearly a century! 

What is the Oyster Rule?

The ancient foodie tradition that wild oysters should only be eaten in months with the letter “r” has been debunked! Even though archaeological research says the old rule goes back 4,000 years, things have changed. The advent of refrigeration and the development and adoption of correct handling procedures have opened up summer for oyster consumption. For added peace of mind, we’ll mention that oysters are the most regulated product in the U.S.

9 Fundamental Oyster Preparations

Thanks to Food & Wine.com, you can find 9 essential oyster preparations in one place. There are so many delicious ways to serve oysters! Pan-fried oysters from the Gulf Coast are among the best because they are extra large and creamy! Does the idea of Grilled Oysters with Chorizo Butter whet your appetite?

We venture to ‘Ask Chef Dennis’ for a Restaurant Style Oysters Rockefeller recipe. Here we provide a highly recommended Oyster Stew Recipe, which, admittedly, is recommended for cold nights in some of the r-months.

Try this recipe for Oven Baked Oysters if you have an appreciation for garlic butter sauce. Also, don’t miss out on Poached Oysters with Pickled Cucumber and Caviar.

Where Does City Fish Market Get Their Oysters?

At City Fish Market, we keep cold water harvesters busy, including those from Long Island, Cape Cod, and the East Coast. Blue Point oysters are among the world’s best, and you can get them in Wethersfield, CT, at 884 Silas Deane Hwy. While there, you can shop the City Fish Market retail counter and explore the ultimate freshness of shellfish and all other types of seafood.

When it comes to oysters, freshness is a must. We maintain a high standard of freshness and recommend eating fresh oysters within two days. For the convenience of home cooks, we offer freshly shucked oysters. 

City Fish Market is Where to Get Fresh Oysters Year Round

At City Fish Market, we are always ready to answer questions such as “Are oysters still in season?” We love to win over new seafood lovers with our proven methods of maintaining seafood freshness and the meals we serve at City Fish Restaurant & Take-Out. We delight in tempting appetites with our menu–from New England Style Clam Chowder to Soft Shell Crab to our Lobster Salad Roll. The pièce de ré·sis·tance of our menu may just be the tempting fried oysters with crispy fries.  

Visit us at City Fish Market today. If you need delivery, call 860-522-3129 or fill out our online form.