Prince Plaat 51 ° 30,629 ° n 004 ° 02,056 ° e
breeding method:
the princesse de zélande oyster is cultured on tables on the so called ‘prince plaat’ according to the french method. the ‘prinse plaat’ is a nutrient-rich area in the oosterchelde which is well known for its rich soil. by frequently and manually shaking the bags, the oyster shell gets a beautiful round model. in the final stage of the breeding, the oysters are stocked in a dry place which ensures that the oyster does not store her energy in the growth of the shell, but in its meat.
area: oosterschelde
breeding cycle: two to three years
availability: all year
minimum meat rate: 10%
sorting: ii, iii, iv
taste: first sweet, then salty
