In this episode of “Eat Like a Local”, Lone Star Oyster Company owners Blake and Stephanie Branson take host Chris Shepherd and chef Lucas McKinney of Josephine’s Gulf Coast Tradition out to their floating oyster farm in West Bay. Just the sixth such farm in Texas, the Bransons are part of a new crop of oyster farms committed to raising sustainable oyster crops that not only produce superior oysters but also improve the water where they're raised.

Fresh Gulf Coast shellfish in a laid-back setting, Pier 6 specializes in local seafood, including oysters, and shares tips for enjoying them like a pro.

"When oysters get too much rainfall or too much saltwater, they will die. Right now, we have too much freshwater in Galveston Bay."

From oysters and redfish to custom-made caviar, these Houston restaurants are perfect for a special occasion. Chris Shepherd takes us to LIttle's Oyster Bar and Josephine's in this episode of "Eat Like a Local"

Texans who purchased oysters since Nov. 17 should not eat them or consider throwing out after the Texas Department of State Health Services announced a recall of all oysters harvested in one area of Galveston Bay.

Have you ever wondered what happens to your shucked oyster shells at a restaurant? Traditionally, they would be tossed in the trash with other table scraps, but recent conservation groups are turning that trash into treasure.

HOUSTON – Oyster season is back in full force and Eunice’s Executive Chef Drake Leonards is excited about it and even more pumped to bring a modern Cajun-Creole brasserie-style menu inspired by the flavors of his childhood to Houston. The seasonally-inspired menus marry European influences with the ingredients and food ways of the Gulf Coast; items include a full raw bar. Many people don’t know how to shuck oysters, but it is a very simple processGet yourself and oyster knife Hold the oyster firmly with a towel Insert your knife into the small opening crack in the oyster Twist your oyster knife and you should hear a small crack Follow your oyster up and around with your knife Open and enjoyTo find out the many varieties of oysters offered at Eunice, just visit them by clicking here!