An artistically crafted ceramic oyster shell stoneware and cooking accoutrement for the expert and amateur chef. The ceramic shells allow you to easily grill or bake oysters at home.
Our ceramic oyster shells are ideal for chargrilling and cooking oysters and other seafood at home. But you can also bake, broil, stuff and smoke to your hearts desire. The ceramic shells are safe and easy to cook with because the clay is designed specifically to withstand high oven temperatures and direct flame. Use already shucked oysters or seafood from your local market and your favorite recipes. They clean easily with a mild detergent and are dishwasher safe.
Our sole purpose is to design and create high-quality culinary utensils that enhance the experience of being in any kitchen, without the extra work and clean up.
History
Loftin Oysters is owned and operated by Ali Loftin and brothers Kyle and Mike Loftin. Both are natives of New Orleans and grew up experiencing the unique seafood bounty that only the Gulf Coast produces. But as any local knows, while delectable, oysters are some of the most labor-involved of the seafood array. In fact, the process of “shucking” oysters can be dangerous because of the type of knife needed and technique required to remove the oyster from the shell.
2011
During the fall of 2011, which is the most popular season oysters are consumed, husband and wife, Kyle and Ali, pondered a way they could enjoy chargrilled oysters at home after a busy work day, without the time-consuming process of shucking and clean up that came along with it.
2012
Months experimenting with different material combinations allowed the team to identify the ideal clay mixture that could withstand the heating and cooling exposure during daily use.
2013
Ali, Mike and Kyle began production in a small workshop in their garage and began taking orders at the end of the year.
2014
We’re nearing the end of our first year of sales online, at festivals and to retail. It’s been an exciting year and we are grateful for all the #oysterlove we’ve received.
2019
Loftin Oysters has continued to grow with great success due to our wonderful customers and retail partnerships. We are always looking for new opportunities to bring you the best culinary utensils that make it easy and fun to cook your favorite dishes.