Drew Smith is former editor of The Good Food Guide, which was a number-one bestseller for 10 years. He has been a restaurant writer for the Guardian newspaper and has won the Glenfiddich award, which recognizes outstanding food and drink writing, three times.
"A brilliant crusade for the oyster that shows how food has shaped
our history, art, literature, lawmaking, culture, and, of course,
lovemaking and cuisine."-- "Raymond Blanc, Brasserie Blanc and Le
Manoir aux Quat'Saisons"
"Drew Smith's Oyster satisfies on so many levels. It is rich in
history, lore, recipes, fascinating images--in short, a delicious
book from start to finish." -- "Sandy Ingber, Grand Central Oyster
Bar"
"If you like history and oysters, this is a must-read. Through
Smith's storytelling and imagery, you will never look at an oyster
quite the same way again. This book presents a sharp, educational,
and intriguing look into the cultural past and present of oysters
throughout the world."-- "April Bloomfield, The Spotted Pig, The
Breslin, and the John Dory Oyster Bar"
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