So glad you asked
Can I purchase oysters directly from Matheson Oyster Co?
We're working on it! We plan to launch direct to consumer sales towards the end of 2026. If you're local to the Gloucester area, you can also reach out to us at sales@mathesonoyster.com.
We can also point you in the direction of where to find our oysters out and about.
How long do oysters keep?
If stored correctly, they can be good for ~7 days. However, please don’t eat any oysters that have naturally opened up before you can get into them, or smell a little funky. These are unfortunately dead.
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How do you shuck an oyster?
Great question, we’re happy to help you. It’s really not that hard once you get the hang of it. Visit Julie Qiu's tutorial here. She's an oyster sommelier and just an overall awesome person.
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Are oysters considered vegan?
Not going to lie, this is up for debate and dependent on your school of thought. Yes, oysters are animals, but they don’t have a brain or a central nervous system. So, maybe? Kind of up to you!
Do you offer farm tours?
While we love showing people where the magic happens, we’re unfortunately not able to offer farm tours to the general public at this time. You’re more than welcome to always reach out to us at hi@mathesonoyster.com if you’re curious about our operation.
Can I order some of your oysters for an event?
Absolutely - sounds fun! Shoot us an email at events@mathesonoyster.com.
Have a burning question that wasn’t answered?
Hit us up at hi@mathesonoyster.com or send us a DM on Instagram @mathesonoyster.