Geography of Oysters The Connoisseur's Guide to Oyster Eating in America

"In this indispensable guide, oyster aficionado Rowan Jacobsen takes readers on a delectable tour of the oysters of North America. Region by region, he describes each oyster's appearance, flavor, origin, and availability, as well as explaining how oysters grow, how to shuck them without losing a finger, how to pair them with wine (not to mention beer), and why they're one of the few farmed seafoods that are good for the earth as well as good for you. Packed with recipes, maps, and photos, plus lists of top oyster restaurants, producers, and festivals, A Geography of Oysters is both delightful reading and the guide that oyster lovers of all kinds have been waiting for."--BOOK JACKET.Jacobsen, Rowan is the author of 'Geography of Oysters The Connoisseur's Guide to Oyster Eating in America', published 2007 under ISBN 9781596913257 and ISBN 1596913258.