What
7th Annual Oysterfest At Kingfisher
When
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturday, October 29
Where
Kingfisher
2564 E. Grant Rd.
More Info
kingfishertucson.com
Now that the colder months ending in “-er” have started, it’s time to indulge in the highest quality oysters.
Kingfisher is hosting their 7th Annual Oysterfest on Saturday, October 29 to celebrate oysters in all its glorious forms, from raw to baked to fried and stewed.
Starting at 10 a.m., the tent in the front parking lot at Kingfisher will be filled with stations of experienced shuckers. Over a dozen different types of oysters from all over the country will be available for the picking, including Crystal Point, Ranier, Totem Point, Kumiai, Malpeque, North Shore Gold, and more.
For a cooked experience, choose from Guinness Oyster Stew, Oysters Rockefeller, Oysters Storyville, Fried Oysters, New England and Manhattan Clam Chowders, and more. A limited version of the Kingfisher lunch menu will be available as well.
For more information, visit kingfishertucson.com.
Article written by:
Jackie Tran
More about JackieJackie Tran is a Tucson-based food writer, photographer, culinary educator, and owner-chef of the now-closed food truck Tran’s Fats. Although he is best known locally for his work for Tucson Foodie, his work has also appeared in publications such as Bon Appétit, National Geographic, and the New York Times.
An adventurous foodie, he enjoys culinary experiences ranging from seasonal omakase to sloppily devouring green chili patty melts in his car afterhours. His favorite foods include aguachile, garlic noodles, and leftover fried chicken illuminated by the fridge light. His favorite drinks include morning micheladas, fireside imperial stouts, candle-lit negroni, and grassy mezcales.
Outside of food, he also loves playing musical instruments, karaoke, Tetris, Super Smash Bros. Melee, and petting Addie’s dog Spaghetti.
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