Ever since Ben Gonzalez and his husband, Dave Daly, purchased a home on the North Fork of Long Island, they have dreamed about living there full time. After many years of Friday evening commutes on the Long Island Railroad and Sunday night schlepps into the city on the Jitney, they moved out of the city in 2015 to start Southold Bay Oysters and settle down full time in Southold, NY. 2017 was the first commercial harvest for Southold Bay Oysters. Ben and Dave currently attend events around the North Fork to showcase their new local oysters, known as Southold Shindigs.  

FARMERS: Ben Gonzalez and Dave Daly

FARM LOCATION: Southold Bay

OYSTER VARIETIES: Southold Shindig Oysters (Shindigs)

FLAVOR PROFILE: Southold Shindigs are grown in deep water in the center of Southold Bay.  Their taste profile begins with a briny burst that quickly transitions to a smooth vignette with a hint of sweetness and mineral finish.

WHERE TO FIND THE OYSTERS:

-Overnight Shipping within NY Tri-State Area through online orders

-Local pickup at our farm

-Pop-up raw bars at local wineries and events

-Venues announced on Facebook (follow us)

-Local Restaurants in the North Fork- Little Creek Oyster Farm and Market, Noah’s Greenport, Greenport Harbor Brewing Company, Tap Room at Corey Creek

WEBSITE: www.southoldbayoysters.com