Medium Fresh Oysters | Live Box | Farmed on the West Coast | x12
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About
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Oysters have long been one of the most pervasive symbols of opulence and wealth, but this hasn’t always been the case. As late as the 19th century oysters were cultivated and eaten by the working class, but as they grew in popularity, they became scarcer and more sought after. Today, Greenfish aims to, once again, make this delicacy more accessible to all South Africans. Our oysters are farmed off the west coast, which imparts the distinctive salty taste of wild oysters, but without the environmental impact.
CONTENTS
12 x Medium Oysters (Approx. 50g-65g per oyster)
*Oysters spawn in the summer with the rise in water temperature. The texture of the oyster changes to be more creamy.
**Our standard Oysters are delivered whole and unshucked to allow them to stay alive during transit. If you would like them shucked please leave a comment in the notes section.***Shucked oysters will arrive with the lid (top shell) on. To remove the lid all you need is an oyster knife to work under the lid and run it along the edge.
****We do not supply topless oysters as you lose the goodness and the juices during transit.
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Instructions
Your Oysters will arrive fresh, simply store in your fridge and use at your leisure (up to 2 days). If you would like your oysters shucked, please specify this in your order notes. Our shucked oysters arrive with the lid on the oyster, to stop the juices leaking out during transit, all you need to do is release the abductor muscle that keeps the lid down. We take great care when opening oysters, but some with softer shells may have breaks. If you order shucked oysters, please consume them on day of delivery.
Any special requests or instructions can be left in the NOTES section at the Checkout. Eg: Your doorbell does not work, you require a phone call before the order arrives, you would like the fillets / steaks vacuum packed seperately or cut into smaller portions etc.
*Our shucked oysters will arrive with the lid (top shell) on. To remove the lid all you need is a butter knife to work under the lid and run it along the edge.
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Eco rating
All our oysters are cultivated on the west coast of South Africa. Not only does this mean that wild oyster populations are not depleted, but since oysters are filter feeders, they improve water quality where they are farmed. Research has shown that this type of aquaculture also helps stabilise the beds and provides food for migratory birds.
ECOSYSTEM IMPACT : Very low
GEAR USED : Farmed on ropes
SUPPORTING LOCALS : Yes
DISTANCE TRAVELLED : 100km
DOLPHIN / TURTLE IMPACT : None
REPRODUCTION POTENTIAL : Very high
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Fishwife Recipes
Five Minute Oysters
While there are several ways to prepare oysters, simpler is often best. The Fishwife is here to share the perfect serve with you.
You will need:
- 12 Greenfish shucked oysters
- Tabasco sauce
- Crushed salt
- Ground black pepper
- 1 lemon
Preparation:
- With a butter knife, loosen the muscle of the oyster from the shell for easy eating.
- Place oysters on a bed of crushed ice.
- Add a dash of Tabasco, salt, black pepper and a squeeze of lemon.
- Enjoy!
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Delivery
Seasonal Delivery Schedule:
December trading closures
16th Closed Public Holiday
24th Close 1pm (half day)
25th Closed Public Holiday
26th Closed Public Holiday
27th Closed
31st Close 1pm (half day)We operate Monday to Friday
No deliveries on weekends.
Please take note of public holidays and above mentioned daysDelivery
R75 same-day packaging & delivery fee
Order before 11am for same-day delivery (Monday to Friday)
Free delivery on all orders over R1,200**Free delivery only applies for orders that are in the standard delivery zone.
CBD | Southern Suburbs | Houtbay | Plattekloof
Deep South | Table View, Blouberg, Melkbos | Durbanville
Stellenbosch | Somerset West | Franschhoek | Paarl
All zoned areas: Monday to Friday
- Order before 11am and receive your delivery the same day.
- Order after 11am and receive your delivery the following delivery day.
- Please note we do not deliver on Saturday, Sunday and Public holidays
- Re-delivery fee may apply if delivery cannot be taken between delivery times (14:00 - 17:00) without any prior arrangement and a delivery was attempted. Email [email protected] or call 063 666 2802
Collection
- Collections are free and take place Monday to Friday.
- Orders placed online before 11am will be ready to collect same-day from 12h00 to 5pm.
- Orders placed online after 11am will be made ready for collection the following working day, from 12h00 to 5pm.
- Should you place your order after 11am and need it that day, or need to collect before 11am (Monday to Friday) please contact our office 063 666 2802 and we will get it ready for you, it normally takes us an hour to cut and prepare.
Google Maps Search : Greenfish
Greenfish factory is located in N'Dabeni (Maitland) off Berkley Road turn into Ryger Road. Drive +-300m and the road will bend sharply to the left. We are situated in the bend in a complex called Berkley Square. Ask security for Greenfish Collections. Please park outside the home collection door and ring bell. It is well sign posted. Please park right outside the door.
We are working hard to extend our range. If you live outside our current delivery range but think there is significant demand in your area, please contact us.