October is turning out to be a whirlwind of oyster festivals on the East End, each with its unique flair and focus.

We are thrilled to announce that East Hampton Oyster Company has been featured in a recent article by Dan's Papers. The article delves into the story behind our latest innovation—the East Hampton Shucker.

Last fall, John Nicholas took the unusual step of kicking out about half the paying tenants of the boat slips at the small marina his family had owned for decades to make way for a new oyster farming operation he was embarking on.

The 1 million oysters he is growing there are superb, he says, and flavorful in ways that are rare for local waters, thanks to the freshwater spring that feeds into the head of the small creek off Folkstone Road where his farm, the East Hampton Oyster Company, grows its oysters.

In a world where the conversation around sustainable food sources is more critical than ever, it's heartening to come across initiatives that not only contribute to this dialogue but also take actionable steps. One such remarkable venture is the Folkstone Creek Oyster Nursery, spearheaded by John Nicholas and the East Hampton Oyster Company.