of flowers and bivalves

[corkd]

So, zucchini flowers are now in season in Italy, where I just had the chance to learn how to cook these delights, lightly stuffed with anchovies and mozzarella and fried in an airy batter. I am newish in Boston and do not know of any market that might sell these when the season arrives (it might be later here). Any thoughts?

On another note, a friend recently inquired as to the waterfront seafood dining options in and around Boston. Have there been any recent developments in the nice wine fancy oysters with a view genre? It seems like all I know are lovely shacks by the water and nicer restaurants with solid wine lists and decent ouster selection inland...

Thanks for any suggestions!

[rlh]

I think there was a time long ago when Anthony's Pier 4 was what you are describing, but i am not old enough to have experienced it and definitely be reluctant to order anything raw there now, though I expect they still have fancy wine and definitely have a view. Otherwise, i don't think there's an upscale raw/wine bar option on the waterfront in the city - - maybe there is outside the city and someone else will help...

[sixoh]

I had wonderful oysters (as part of a seafood tower) and a great white burgundy at Anthony's just last week. One caveat: not a great wine by the glass selection, but great deals on whole and 1/2 bottles. We sat at the bar. this is what they had for oysters (i copied from their website):

Pemaquid Oysters
Damariscotta, Maine
grown exclusively in the Damariscotta River Estuary
where the river meets the Atlantic Ocean
a region know for its extremely pristine waters
plump meats with a clean, crisp, slightly briny flavor
½ dozen $14.95
1 dozen $28.95

Special Oyster of the Week
Norwalk Bluepoint Oysters
Long Island Sound, Connecticut
these Bluepoints are from a protected area in Long
Island Sound where they have been farmed
for hundreds of years. the flavor is moderate
in salt with a sweet gentle finish
½ dozen $14.95
1 dozen $28.95

[StriperGuy]

It's a tad early for fiore di zucca in Boston. Local farmer's markets will have them starting in late June if you are lucky. July and August for sure.

[barleywino]

Prezza currently serves (unstuffed) zucchini blossoms