(Mali Ston oysters)
Malostonske kamenice are fresh european flat oysters produced in the Mali Ston bay near the city of Dubrovnik. Special reserve Mali Ston bay, a protected area of nature, represents one of the last preserved habitats of this oyster species.
The nearby river called Neretva and numerous underground freshwater sources add fresh water filled with minerals to the bay, making it an ideal area for oyster farming which is confirmed by the tradition dating back to the times of the Roman Empire.
The unique ecological conditions in the Mali Ston bay, the optimal quantity and composition of the phytoplankton and the excellent quality of seawater directly reflects the quality and organoleptic properties of this valued product - one of the best raw oysters in the world.
The oysters are best in March, and every year in Mali Ston on St. Joseph Day, there is a feast called Dani Malostonske Kamenice in honor of this natural delicacy from the sea. It is recommended to consume the oysters fresh with a drizzle of lemon juice.
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