Stones Bay

CULTIVATED OYSTER

FLAVOR clean, crisp, and buttery
SALINITY medium
SHELL SIZE medium
CUP DEPTH moderate
AVAILABLE year-round
GROWN IN New River near Sneads Ferry, NC CULTIVATED BY Matt Schwab of Hold Fast Oyster Company

Stones Bay oysters are named for their home – Stones Bay in the New River near Sneads Ferry. Ocean water flows into the bay every day providing essential nutrients, naturally tumbling the oysters, and cleaning the water. The oyster has a moderate salinity and finishes clean. They’re perfect for raw shucking or a steamed oyster appetizer.

STONES BAY OYSTER

Grown by Matt Schwab near Sneads Ferry

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