What
8th Annual Kingfisher Oysterfest
When
10 a.m. – 2 p.m., Saturday, October 28
Where
Kingfisher
2564 E. Grant Rd.
More Info
kingfishertucson.com
Now that the colder months have brought in colder waters, it’s time to indulge in oysters from all over the country.
Kingfisher is hosting their 8th Annual Oysterfest on Saturday, October 28 to celebrate the seasonal bounty of oysters.
Beginning at 10 a.m., Kingfisher’s Oysterfest tent will house elite oyster shuckers prepping over a dozen different types of oysters from all over the country. Crystal Point, Ranier, Totem Point, Kumiai, Malpeque, North Shore Gold, and more will be available.
Those who prefer their molluscs cooked can choose from Guinness Oyster Stew, Oysters Rockefeller, Oysters Storyville, Fried Oysters and more. Additionally, clam chowder aficionados can experience both popular variants, New England and Manhattan.
A limited lunch menu of Kingfisher favorites 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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