Warm Oysters with Champ and Caviar

Native British oysters are the flat ones that cost a lot. They are best eaten raw and are found only in the winter months. Rock oysters are cheaper and more readily available, whatever the season. They aren’t as thrilling to eat raw, however, and need a little help to taste interesting.

Champ is an Irish potato dish, consisting of mashed potato beaten with lots of milk and butter then chopped spring onion. It serves a dual purpose here, acting as a starchy contrast to the oysters an