Oysters: Recipes with the Fresh Taste of the Sea

A Must-Have Oyster Book for Seafood Lovers

Discover the irresistible world of West Coast oysters in this beautifully photographed oyster book that brings flavor, technique, and coastal adventure straight to your table. Perfect for home cooks and anyone who loves fresh seafood, this seafood cookbook showcases the unique character and versatility of Pacific Coast oysters through approachable recipes and expert guidance.

Author of over a dozen seafood cookbooks, Cynthia Nims shows you just how delicious and versatile oysters can be, from simple oysters on the half shell to warm, satisfying dishes paired with drinks to elevate every bite.

Inside, you’ll enjoy 30 mouthwatering recipes, including:

1. Half-Shell Oysters with Kimchi-Cucumber Relish – a bright, modern twist on classic raw oysters
2. Grilled Oysters with Smokey Tomato-Bacon Relish – smoky, savory, and absolutely unforgettable
3. Hangtown Hash with Fried Eggs – a hearty, flavor-packed brunch favorite
4. Oyster Chowder – a comforting bowl that celebrates deep, briny richness
   
   

Whether you’re new to oysters or a longtime enthusiast, you’ll find everything you need to enjoy them with confidence: step-by-step shucking instructions, tips for buying and storing the freshest oysters, and insider stories from the passionate farmers who raise them in some of the world’s most stunning coastal environments.

Overflowing with both scenic coastal photography and vibrant food imagery, this book is a celebration of Pacific, Kumamoto, Olympia, Eastern, and European Flat oysters—each one lovingly raised along the breathtaking West Coast.

Cynthia Nims studied at La Varenne Ecole de Cuisine and assisted owner Anne Willan with various cookbook projects. She has authored or coauthored twelve cookbooks, including Memorable Recipes, Rover’s, and the Northwest Homegrown Cookbook series. Cynthia has been editor of Simply Seafood magazine and food editor for Seattle Magazine. She contributes to Cooking Light, Coastal Living, and Sunset. Cynthia and her husband live in a house with a game-lover’s basement in Seattle, Washington.

• Paperback
• 160 pages
• Publication date: December 2023
• 6.75" x 8" x .42"