On Wednesday May 15 Governor Ned Lamont declared that “Connecticut is the Napa Valley of Oysters.”
“Once hailed as the ‘Oyster Capital of the World,’ we are reclaiming our place at the forefront of this maritime and culinary tradition. Today, we honor the tireless dedication of our aquaculture farmers, whose passion and perseverance are instrumental in inspiring a new generation of chefs to think about this fruit of the sea as king of the kitchen,” Lamont said while peaking at an event celebrating the launch of the Connecticut Oyster Trail, a map that guides visitors through the state’s most celebrated oystering locations and a short documentary.
“It comes as no surprise that our aquaculture farmers are working closely with our best chefs to ensure the world knows that Connecticut has some of the nation’s best oysters,” Anthony Anthony, Connecticut’s chief marketing officer, said. “Rising Tide to Table tells the story of a small handful of our state’s best makers and entrepreneurs. We invite viewers to see their passion and creativity put into the farming and culinary craft, while experiencing the beauty of Connecticut’s coast in this vibrant short film.”
“The Connecticut Restaurant Association echoes Governor Lamont’s sentiment and encourages restaurants statewide to embrace our local flavors by serving Connecticut oysters,” Scott Dolch, president of the Connecticut Restaurant Association, said. “While many of our restaurants already feature Connecticut oysters on their menus, we extend a friendly call to those who have yet to join the fold. By supporting our local producers, restaurants not only enrich our culinary landscape, but also provides diners with an authentic taste of our coastal delicacies. It’s a win-win that fosters a culture of local pride and celebrates the unique flavors of our region.”
