The oyster is not just a shellfish, but a true symbol of refinement. Its history goes back thousands of years, when the ancient Romans were fond of it and appreciated not only its taste, but also its aphrodisiac properties. Pliny the Elder mentioned it in his writings, and even Cleopatra is said to have been a great admirer of it.
Over the centuries, the oyster has gone from being a food for a select few to a star on tables all over the world.
In ancient civilisations, oysters were consumed mainly by the upper classes. The ancient Greeks considered them a delicacy and served them at the most exclusive banquets. In China, oysters were an integral part of emperors’ diets and were also used in traditional medicine for their supposed healing properties.
During the Middle Ages, oysters maintained their status as a luxury food, reserved mainly for the nobility. In the Renaissance, the oyster returned to prominence as a symbol of opulence and sophistication. In France, Louis XIV was particularly fond of them and helped spread the passion for oysters throughout the European courts. At the end of the 19th century, thanks to the development of breeding techniques, oysters became more accessible, while retaining their exclusive charm.
Today, especially in the Osteria di Brera, oysters are synonymous with freshness and quality.
But what makes this shellfish so special?
First of all, the flavour: an explosion of the sea that is released with every bite. Then, the texture: soft and velvety, yet firm at the same time. And finally, the experience: eating an oyster is a ritual that involves all the senses, from sight to smell to taste, giving the taster a truly unique and unmistakable sensation.
Oysters are not just food. They are also a status symbol. In a world where luxury is increasingly about experience and less about possession, indulging in a plate of oysters is a way of declaring one’s refined taste and lifestyle.
Whether for a romantic date, a business dinner or a simple moment of pleasure, the oysters at Osteria di Brera represent the ultimate in gastronomic prestige.
The careful selection of the best specimens, in fact, guarantees our guests the highest quality standards, offering a true gastronomic journey of the highest level: not only will you savour a piece of history, but you will live an experience that will exalt all your senses.
We look forward to accompanying you on this journey in which the oyster becomes the true protagonist once again: book your table now and enjoy!
