CT Visit Unveils "CT Oyster Trail" Celebrating Local Oyster Agriculture Features Oysters Oyster Bar Raw Bar Seafood Explore CT Jessica Ryan May 16, 2024 Connecticut continues to be a dominant player in the food and beverage industries proving that we’re so much more than pizza and beer. With the rising number of award-winning and nationally acclaimed restaurants, it just makes sense that we celebrate the role that our oysters play in our culinary prowessCTBites was invited to a special press event as Connecticut Tourism’s department, CTVisit, unveiled the launch of The Connecticut Oyster Trail celebrating all things oysters from the farmers who raise them to the restaurants and stores that sell them. Popularity in Connecticut oysters has certainly blossomed over the past few years and there’s good reason. Read More
Tavern On State Owners Opening Fair Haven Oyster Bar in New Haven Features Restaurant Openings Oyster Bar Seafood American Bar Cocktails Waterfront Outdoor Dining Stephanie Webster January 10, 2022 Emily Mingrone (recent winner for "Chef of the Year" at CT Restaurant Association’s Crazies Awards, and her partner, Shane McGowan, are expanding their presence in the New Haven area with a new spot opening this April, Fair Haven Oyster Co. Co-owners of Tavern on State, as well as the nose-to-tail butchery, Provisions on State, in the East Rock neighborhood, they are poised for a trifecta with this new seafood focused oyster bar on the waterfront of the Fair Haven Marina, a beautiful old water town dating from the late 1700’s. Read More