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Toadfish put em back oyster knife review
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Toadfish Put ’Em Back Knife

A stylish oyster knife with strong appeal for gifting, entertaining, and coastal kitchens.

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This review is useful if you want a knife that looks polished, feels substantial in hand, and makes a strong first impression. It is especially appealing for home hosts and oyster lovers who care about presentation as much as function.

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Cut-Resistant Glove Options

A practical look at glove choices for grip, comfort, and hand protection while shucking.

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Oyster Orgy - April 15 in MA

Oyster Orgy at Tavern on the Water.

On April 15th, 2010, Charlestown's Tavern on the Water will be hosting the second annual benefit for the Massachusetts Oyster Project from 7:00-10:00pm. With paid admission to the Oyster Orgy you get five oysters, a beer, a great time and the opportunity to help improve Boston Harbor. Admission is $15 if registered in advance and $20 at the door. The event will feature oysters from sponsor Island Creek, an oyster shucking competition, prizes, and lots of good times. The Oyster Project is a non-profit organization restoring water cleansing oysters to the Charles River estuary. To register please call Tavern on the Water at 617-242-8040 or stop by the Tavern, which is located at 18th Street in Charlestown.

If you'd like your event listed on our blog, please contact us at josh@goshuckanoyster.com.