Fall In Love With Oysters at Locals Seafood in Raleigh
Learn, taste, and roast oysters just in time for Valentine’s Day.
Shannon
February 09, 2026
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Got an oyster skeptic in your life? Or feeling a little “oyster curious” yourself? This casual oyster appreciation class at Locals Seafood covers how oysters are grown, why they’re amazing, and the best ways to enjoy them—complete with a raw tasting, homemade sauces, and roasted oysters with compound butter. You’ll leave with recipes, tips, and an oyster valentine card.
Spots are limited, and you can grab yours right here before they’re gone.
This isn’t sponsored. We just really like oysters. (Just so you know: Sponsored content in our newsletter is always marked with “*”).
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