Mr. Bill's Oysters from Saquish, MA

Available for a limited time only. Farmer: Billy Bennett Location: Saquish, MA Size: 2.5” How They’re Grown: There is a very special micro-merroir on the property that Billy has claimed to grow his oysters. They are cage grown and are nestled in the rocks on the point closest to deeper waters facing Clark’s Island. Believe it or not, periwinkles and hermit crabs help Billy maintain his cages by eating the growth that covers up the oysters every tide. During the winter, Billy stacks the cages and puts them in deeper water for safe keeping until the spring. How They Taste: These oysters demand your attention. They have beautiful deep cups and are packed with flavor – soy sauce, pork fat and a hint of spring onion. These waters stay cool all year long so their extended grow out guarantees thick shells and plump meats! Why They’re Unique: Billy is finally in retirement after decades of lobstering, fishing and harvesting Island Creeks. Even in retirement, you cannot take the water from the