FAQ

FAQ 

Below you will find the answers to the most frequent questions we get. Do you have another question, please email us at info@red-oyster.com or call us 212 380 1134.

The number you should get for your party depends on 3 factors: the Oystertaining time you’d like, the number of guests, and the location. On average we take into account 3 oysters per person. The minimum oyster order is 100 oysters, and our experts will work with you to make sure that you have all the oysters and Oystertainers (oystershuckers) you need to make your event a huge success.
We take into account on average 3 oysters per guest. There will always be guests who will eat 10 oysters and some who don’t eat any. And our Oystertainers will convince some guests to eat the first oyster in their life.
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 the whole team of Oystertainers, their picture and a word which describes their personality.
Our Oystertainer walks around at your party, mingle him/herself among the guests while he/she opens fresh oysters on the spot. The oystertainer tells something about the oysters, a fact or anecdote and entertains the guests. Their enthusiasm, craftmanship, and passion for oysters give your guests a unique oyster experience.
We only need a small space to store the cooler with the oysters and our backpack (with the oystertainment gear) and a garbage bin.
Off course, we strictly follow and respect the CDC guidelines regarding Covid-19. we have all safety measures in place when packing, opening and delivering oysters including face masks, gloves and sanitized workstations and tools. Ww do everything we can to keep you, your guests and our team stay safe.
The number of Oystershuckers depends on the amount of oysters you have ordered and the time we have to oystertain. If you ordered 300 oysters for a one-hour reception, there will be 3 Oystershuckers. If it’s 300 oysters for 3-hour party, there will be one Oystershucker.
At first glance you will taste the salty water but as soon as you start chewing your taste buds will open. There are 5 oyster species. And within each oyster specie, each oyster has a different taste, depending on the water they grow in, which type of algae they eat, the temperature of the water, etc.
If your venue would like to get our Certificate of Insurance, we can provide that.
We don’t need a deposit, we only need a signed proposal back as the confirmation. The full invoice needs to be paid 10 business days prior to the event.
We would love to tell you how easy it is to get oysters at your party without any hassle for you. Together we discuss what you want at your party. Based on the amount of guests and timing, our experts will make a free tailor made proposal. The only thing you need to do is sign the proposal and we will take care of the rest. A week prior to your party we will contact you with the last details. We only need a small space for our cooler with oysters and the backpack with the Oystertainment gear.
On the confirmed day and time, we will walk around at your party, entertain your guests and open fresh oysters on the spot. Oystertainment® gives your party an extra sparkle!  The Oystershucker (or Oystertainer as we call them) wears a tailor-made leather apron, a special designed belt for the buckets and condiments, and off course the mesh glove. It’s their mission to let people enjoy oysters in a unique way. Their craftmanship of opening oysters on the spot while engaging your guests in the world of oysters, is very special.
We have close relationships with our oyster farmers, and we work together to make sure that we provide you with the most fresh and delicious oysters every time. Our premium oyster service is the combination of the best oysters and the best oystershuckers.
Our condiments consist of red wine vinegar, red and green Tabasco, fresh lemon, and black pepper. Something for every need!