How many oysters do I order?

The number of oysters you’ll need for your event depends on various factors. Most important is the number of guests you are expecting, but there are other things to take into consideration, including budget and time. In turn, the number of oysters and the time we have to Oystertain determine how many Oystertainers there will be. Our Red Oyster experts are here to guide you through the process - we will discuss all these factors with you, and make sure that you have everything you need to make your party a success!

What do you do with guests who don’t like oysters?

We find that a guest who doesn’t like oysters is just a guest who hasn’t met one of our Oystertainers! We take every opportunity to turn a non-oyster lover into an oyster fan. People who have never eaten an oyster are sometimes nervous, or believe they won’t enjoy it. But at Red Oyster, we find that our passion is catching! We explain more about oysters to people who are hesitant. By telling them what to expect regarding taste, structure, and how to eat them, we almost always convince them to try one. It’s an experience they never forget.

Can I ask for a free proposal?

Of course! We know that every event is different. That’s why we will always give you a free, tailor made proposal.

What do you need for the set-up? Should I provide a table?

Our Oystertainers open oysters on the spot as they move around the room, so there is no need to provide a table! They will bring the oysters in a cooler, and a custom Red Oyster backpack with all their equipment. All you need to provide is a small space to store the cooler and the backpack, and a garbage can for the empty shells. We’ll do the rest!

"We "wow" your guests and give your party an extra sparkle"

Book a professional oystershucker

professional oystershucker with Red Oyster! Ever since our founder Matijn had the idea of oystergirls and oystermen in the Netherlands 20 years ago, our oystershuckers have been the toast of every event they’ve been to. Every professional oystershucker of Red Oyster is an Oystertainer. Anyone can open an oyster, but to Oystertain, you need the right oyster, the best Oystershucker, skill, craftsmanship, energy, enthusiasm, and flair. Every professional oystershucker of our team is passionate about oysters, passionate about people, and passionate about bringing them together.

Each professional oystershucker wears a tailor-made leather apron, and in their special designed belt, they carry a bucket of fresh oysters with them along with all of the condiments. And off course they wear the mesh steel glove and use the best oyster shucking knife! Every professional oystershucker of Red Oyster is completely trained in the craftsmanship of opening raw oysters on the half shell, especially for you. Our Oystertainers will rove through your event on foot providing freshly shucked oysters to anyone who requires it.

Oystershucker for hire

With Red Oyster, you can book a private oystershucker for any party or festivity or event. A birthday party, a wedding, a corporate meeting, a bat mitzvah, a sailing trip around Manhattan, or a meeting – just say the word and we’ll be there! Our team of professional Oystertainers will arrive at your venue, whether it’s your home or a boat on the Hudson, and shuck fresh oysters on the spot for you and your guests.

We are so proud of our team, and we love to show the best oystershuckers off on all possible occasions. Opening oysters properly is hard as it takes both strength and precision – and yet our oystershuckers manage to do it with speed, delicacy, and grace every time.

As you and your guests enjoy your event, you can count on it that the oystershucker from Red Oyster will not be far away, ready to shuck you a delicious, personally selected oyster with a gleaming silver knife and mesh glove. Hire one of our oystershuckers and let us Oystertain you, and expect exceptional oysters, vibrant conversation, and a brilliant atmosphere.

How does it work?

We’d be delighted to talk to you about what we can do for you! Hiring a professional oystershucker has never been so easy. Contact us, tell us about your party and we’’ll make you a free, bespoke proposal. Talk to us about the number of guests, the amount of time you’d like us to Oystertain for, and the venue. Our experts will advise you on the amount of fresh oysters and professional oystershuckers and will put together a plan especially designed for you and your event. We can guarantee you that your private oystershucker will give your party an extra sparkle!

Request a free proposal here, or if you have more questions, contact us! We’d love to hear from you.

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Can I hire a professional oystershucker?

Our oystershuckers can come to every location or venue. They will bring a minimum of 100 oysters. Contact us in order to receive a free tailor made proposal.

What are the costs of an oystershucker?

The pricing depends on three basic factors: the Oystertaining time you prefer, the number of oysters, and the location. The minimum oyster order along with an Oystershucker is 100 oysters. Every party is different so our experts will work with you to make sure you receive a free tailor-made proposal suited to your party.

How do I know which Oystershucker will come to my party?

A week prior to your party we will be in touch with the details including the name and contact details of the Oystertainer. On our website, you can see our entire team of Oystertainers, their picture and a word which describes their personality perfectly.

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