The Oyster Festival Gala is one of the main events of Tofino Oyster Fest, bringing chefs, oyster growers, and the local community together for an evening focused on tasting and conversation.
Throughout the evening, guests were invited to vote for Best Tofino Oyster of 2025. Wind Cries Mary received the top vote for their Chicken Fried Oyster, which stood out for its crisp coating and tender oyster, finished with honey, butter, dill, and caviar.
Other dishes offered a range of preparations showcasing how local kitchens work creatively with oysters. Participating dishes at the Oyster Festival Gala included:
Tacofino: Oyster Tataco
Heartwood Kitchen: Heartwood Oysters and Waffle
Shelter Restaurant: Oysters Souvlaki
Papi’s Cantina: Ostiones a la Brasa Con Mezcal Chorizo
Neck of the Woods: Oyster Chawanmushi With Apple
Long Beach Lodge Resort – The Great Room: Oyster and Smoked Tuna, Warm Beach Oyster, Brown Butter Vinaigrette, Ginger Apples, Smoked Albacore, Crispy Bits
Wind Cries Mary: Chicken Fried Oyster With Honey, Butter, Dill, and Caviar
Ombre: Spruce and Pine
Wolf in the Fog: Oyster Siu Mai
The Bear Bierhaus: Salsa Macha Marinated Oyster With Lime and Tajin
Effingham Oysters: Fresh Oysters
The Bake Shack: Chocolate Choux Puff With Kelp Craquelin
A live auction took place during the evening, offering a brief pause that underscored the broader purpose of the festival. Funds raised during Tofino Oyster Fest support Redd Fish Restoration Society and Food Bank On The Edge, reinforcing the connection between local food, environment, and community care.
Thanks to Hotel Zed for an enjoyable stay during Tofino Oyster Fest. Use my promo code FOODIE for 15% off direct booking.
Tofino Oyster Fest returns November 27 to 29, 2026. Tickets are on sale now!