(The Billion Oyster Project’s reefs are a big deal in the world of sustainability ... which is the hand that will be holding the oyster, and a good shucking knife will make quick (and safe ...

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The easiest way to shuck a pacific oyster is through the side. Place the oyster down, so it is sideways on with the flat shell up and hold the back hinge down with a tea towel. Screw the knife ...

1164 Cambridge St., is offering an oyster shucking class at 3:45 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 9. For $75 per person, guests receive a shucking knife for use during the class and to take home afterward.