“When you steam wild oysters you’re concentrating flavor, creating a broth inside the shell, just as you would roast bones for a browned chicken jus,” he says. “The richness and developed ...

Guests of what's billed as the world’s largest oyster festival will be delighted to find 45,000 pounds of steamed oysters for purchase at market price. The oysters are primarily locally sourced ...

Drain the oysters, then dry them as thoroughly as possible ... you may need to add more stock (or plain water). Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried green vegetables.

Washington Crab Company served as the caterer who was onsite steaming the fresh oysters and shrimp. Becky Roughton, catering manager, said they had 30 bushels to steam this year. Shortly after 8 p ...