Highlights
Learn about oyster farming and taste oysters cooked in 10 different styles
Visit an oyster farm in Santo Antonio de Lisboa, the first place where oyster farming started in Santa Catarina
Support local seafood culture and tradition
Description
Discover the tradition of oyster farming in Florianópolis, where over 90% of Brazil's oysters are produced. Visit an oyster farm in Santo Antonio de Lisboa, the first place where oyster farming started in Santa Catarina, and learn about its unique characteristics. Then, indulge in a traditional oyster sequence, where you will taste oysters in about 10 different styles, cooked to perfection. This experience is an excellent opportunity to support local seafood culture and meet the farmer behind it.
Who This Experience Is Good For
Anyone interested in local gastronomy, culture, and tradition.
Meet Our Local Host
Freguesia Oyster Bar is a local business that presents its marine farm to customers, located in Santo Antônio de Lisboa, one of the first neighborhoods on the island. Their experienced guides will explain the oyster culture and translate it into English for you.
Itinerary
11:00 am: Meeting at Freguesia Oyster Bar
11:00 am: Boat leaves for the farm tour - which takes around 45 minutes
12:00 pm: Welcome glass of sparkling wine is served, and oyster tasting starts - takes about 1.5-2h
2:00 pm: Experience ends
What’s Included
Boat transportation from the Oyster Bar to the Farm
Experienced guide explaining the oyster culture
Translation into English
A glass of sparkling wine
Soft drinks and water
The oyster tasting menu includes oysters in many styles: steamed, raw, au gratin, with garlic and oil, oyster skewers, shrimp patties, oyster risottos, and oyster stroganoff.
What’s Not Included
Transportation from the accommodation to the Oyster Bar
Extra drinks
Food that is not part of the experience
Know Before You Go
Minimum Needed: 5 people
Maximum Capacity: 10 people
Booking Deadline: 5 days before the event
Weather Dependent: Yes. In case of rain or wind, the tour may be rescheduled.
Difficulty Level: Easy
Special Clothing Required: No
Special Dietary Restrictions: Yes - Unfortunately is not for those who have seafood allergies (oysters). Food may contain gluten.
Extra Cash: Not needed
Ground Transportation: Not included
Additional information: N/A
Liabilities: The liability for any injury, loss, or damage incurred by participants is not assumed by Remote Year or its affiliates.