Welcome to Huîtres Amélie ✨ We are the French Maison that has redefined oyster savoir-faire. From the rich waters of Marennes-Oléron, we bring you exceptional oysters, selected with the highest standards of excellence 🦪  

For seafood enthusiasts, oysters are undoubtedly one of the finest delicacies the ocean offers. However, they can also be one of the most challenging to prepare at the table. The reason? Opening them can be a tricky task, especially when they’re at their freshest, as the shells tend to resist more. To help you avoid […]

6 oysters = 60 calories 500 % of zinc 340% of vitamin b12 700 mg of Omega 3 1/3 of your daily need of iron 16 gr of protein   Oysters are considered a nutritional powerhouse due to their rich content of essential nutrients, including: 1. High-Quality Protein: Oysters provide a significant amount of protein […]

For many years, a culinary myth dictated that oysters should only be eaten in months containing the letter ‘R’—from September through April. This left the summer months, May through August, as an oyster-less period. However, this ‘R-rule’ has become outdated and it’s time to unshell the truth about summer oysters. The ‘R’ month rule originated […]

What a night at Barcelona’s Azul Rooftop! 🌟 Our oysters were the stars of an unforgettable party.

Sometimes, the most unusual combinations are the most delicious. Discover the magic of our fresh oysters and the earthy, rich flavor of a freshly cracked walnut.

Huîtres Amélie at an amazing private event by hashtagGiorgio Armani at the Hotel hashtagFour Seasons in hashtagMegève, the French Alps. So chic!    

Decoding oyster flavors: the role of ‘merroir’ in shaping oyster profiles.  For centuries, oysters have been enjoyed as a delicacy across various cultures. They’ve not only been recognized for their aphrodisiac properties but also for their unique and diverse flavor profiles. Just like wines, which have their distinct tastes depending on the region they come […]

Oyster cultivation in Marennes-Oléron has long been a mark of distinction in the seafood world. Located on the southwestern coast of France, the Marennes-Oléron region boasts a unique marine environment that’s particularly conducive for cultivating some of the world’s finest oysters. Among the gems of this region stands Huîtres Amélie, widely recognized as some of […]

French oyster farming: A voyage from sea to table.  The French’s love affair with oysters can be traced back to the Roman era, with Pliny the Elder waxing lyrical about the “delicate sea fruits” of Gaul (1). Yet, it wasn’t until the 19th century, when French scientist Victor Coste, inspired by observations of natural oyster […]