“A briny tale of oyster culture coupled with recipes and rich photography that is sure to make mouths water.”
“With Oyster Culture, Gwendolyn Meyer dives into the rich history of oyster farming in West Marin, a northern region of California. She offers up a fascinating volume that combines oyster history, oyster factoids, oyster recipes and–of course–oyster culture.”
Kerry McHugh
Shelf Awareness
“Some people are lucky enough to find pearls within their oysters. Others simply find a delicious meal. Gwendolyn Meyer finds stories.”
Rob Rogers
Marin Independent Journal
Chef/photographer’s book documents complex role of oysters in Marin
“If you’re an oyster lover, you can savor the experience in print.”
“Oyster Culture by Gwendolyn Meyer teaches all about the history of the oyster farms and the fascinating ecosystem behind it, coupled with beautiful images of the life by the sea growing this culinary delicacy. You’ll also find many of the recipes famous in these parts, from Hog Island’s Hog Wash (mignonette) to Nick’s Cove’s Oyster’s Mornay. I’m not paid to say it, we just had such an fantastic experience inspired by the book I wanted to share it all with you, enjoy! “
The Centsationalist Girl
Oyster Adventure
“Part coffee-table photography book, part cookbook and part seminal work on local history, Oyster Culture is a sublimely produced soft-cover volume that would grace the shelves of residents and visitors alike”
Chronicle of Marin’s Mollusks
Point Reyes Light
