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The Oyster Man's exquisite Courtesan Gems, [from Cortes Island waters], are our favorite oysters bar none.  
- Sal Howell, owner of the world class River Cafe restaurant, Calgary, Alberta



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Cortes Island Shellfish Interpretive Center And Web Site

A tribute to Cortes Island

The words "Cortes Island" and "quality shellfish" are synonymous in many parts of the world. Cortes Island shellfish growers pride themselves in their ability to grow and harvest a superior product from the pristine waters of British Columbia's north-central coast.

Feature Article OysterFest 2010

Saturday, May 22

Squirrel Cove, Cortes Island

By Marcel


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Cortes Island Tides
Approximate high and low tides for today and tomorrow
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History's greatest lover, Casanova, credited the oyster with enhancing his legendary prowess in the boudoir.
Featured Recipe
Pesto and Feta Cheese Topping for Barbecued Oysters
Fred Picard, Picard's B&B
  • 2 pkgs Pesto (Olivieri brand)
  • 14 oz (400 g) feta cheese
Slice cheese into small cubes. Apply one tsp (5 ml) of pesto to each oyster; top with a cube of Feta cheese while cooking.

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