Day 73 - Shucked oysters at Drakes Bay

Across the Golden Gate Bridge, up north in Marin County, is Point Reyes. Known for it's lighthouse and national park, this area by the sea is quiet and beautiful. There are a few places up there that sell fresh oysters, all of them never visited by me.

So four of us drove up to Drakes Bay in Marshall, bought a few dozen oysters and shucked all afternoon at the picnic area there. Fresh oysters certainly are layered in taste right out of the shell, and the small ones we tried were sweet and light. Add on the mignonette sauce whipped up by Rebecca, plus fresh bread and wine, and it was heaven. We were also treated to a dark chocolate cake by our talented friend Gwoeyn (check out her baking blog here). Great weather, great food, great conversation.