Heaven on the Half Shell: The Story of the Northwest's Love Affair with the Oyster
by David G Gordon, Nancy E Blanton, Terry Y Nosho
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Author: David G Gordon, Nancy E Blanton, Terry Y NoshoForeword: Kenneth K Chew
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2003-06-01
ISBN: 1558685502
Number of pages: 160
Publisher: Westwinds Press
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Book Review: The Oyster Lovers Bible
Summary: 5 Stars
This is the first complete history of the oyster industry. Within the covers is a story that could have been lost had it not been for the research done to preserve the origins of Oystering in the Northwest.Congats to the authors.It is a fun read taking you from the early days of the Willipa Bay oystermen to the present time.Love of the oyster continues to grow.
Yes, NW oysters have pearls, and this book is a Pearl as well.
Summary of Heaven on the Half Shell: The Story of the Northwest's Love Affair with the Oyster
Heaven on the Half Shell is the true story of oyster farming in the Pacific Northwest. Entertaining text and fascinating photos draw readers into the world of pioneering aquaculturists, scientists, and oyster connoisseurs who have shaped this unique industry over the course of 150 years.Eighteen oyster recipes, ranging from the time-honored Hangtown Fry to the nouvelle Pesto Roasted Oysters, round out this lively portrait of the bivalve that has influenced the economies and cultures of the Northwest.
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