Connecticut Oysters: Rising Tide to Table

Foodies are falling in love with Connecticut's fabulous oysters. Get an insider's look at why these savory shellfish from the Nutmeg State are about to burst onto the scene from the people making it happen culinary and aquaculture industry leaders. 

Nestled along the eastern Connecticut coastline, Stonington Farms Shellfish focuses their passion for perfection by raising oysters with a rich taste and the utmost quality. For this family-fun farm, oystering isn't just a livelihood; it's a labor of love woven with memories of family togetherness and the tranquility of the waters they call home. Each oyster is meticulously tended to, rotated with care to cultivate a deeper cup, and delicately manipulated to ensure plumpness - a craft honed through years of dedication and experimentation.

Award-winning chef Emily Mingrone sources her oysters from Stonington Farms Shellfish. For Chef Mingrone, pride lies not just in the integrity of her dishes, but also in the joy of seeing people savor them. Nationally recognized for her culinary creativity, Chef Mingrone forges personal connections with each of her guests, which is helping Connecticut draw attention for having some of the best oysters in the world.

Together, Stonington Farms Shellfish, Emily Mingrone, and others like them are reshaping the landscape, or should we say seascape, for what it means to be the best in the business - at least for oysters.

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