- Course
- 58 Lessons
- 180-day access
This course covers the foundational knowledge and skills of oyster appreciation, including oyster species & appellations of North America, oyster biology, a bit of oyster history, how to taste and describe oysters, how to shuck oysters properly, sustainability, nutrition, how to select and buy oysters, and how to give and get the best oyster experiences. No prior experience necessary!
- Course
- 65 Lessons
- 180-day access
Delve deeper into the fascinating world of oysters with our Level 2 Advanced Oyster Appreciation course. This course offers Level 1 graduates an in-depth study of the five species available in North America, globally important species, an advanced tasting framework, insights into pro shucking, pairing formulas, and making basic oyster accouterments. Prerequisite: Level 1 or passing the Level 1 Competency Exam
Level 3 & 4 - Professional Oyster Shucker & Certified Oyster Sommelier -
This course provides restaurant and hospitality professionals the foundational knowledge and skillset to operate a high-quality oyster program or solopreneurs who are interested in pursuing their own oyster-related business, the building blocks of a successful oyster experience
- Course
- 10 Lessons
- 180-day access
This course aims to provide you with a thoughtful understanding of how our senses work, how to improve your sensory literacy, and how different factors impact the flavor of oysters. We break down "merroir" into easy-to-understand components and considerations and review the elements of the Oyster Tasting Wheel. This class was originally taught as the first module of Level 2 Advanced Oyster Appreciation.
