Oysters in their Shells

• 8-10 oysters per person depending on size, chilled

Opening

Hold the oyster in a cloth in your left hand with the flat side uppermost - so that the juice is not lost - and the hinge end towards you. Or use a special oyster holder. Push an oyster knife with a strong sharp point and a short rounded blade (most kitchen knives are unsuitable) into the muscle at the hinge end. While pushing hard, give a twist upwards which will cut the musc