THE WANDERING SHUCKERS CO.

Reviving the art of oyster shucking – sustainably sourced and served with a story

Let’s shuck around

  • Click Here to elevate your wedding, corporate party, or private celebration with our mobile oyster bar catering. We serve fresh, sustainable oysters and premium seafood—paired with engaging storytelling and expert shucking—to create an unforgettable raw bar experience for your guests.

  • Check our Calendar. Join The Wandering Shuckers Co. at bars and venues across NYC for the freshest oysters and a lively mobile raw bar experience. Our pop-up oyster catering brings premium, sustainable oysters, expert shucking, and all the flavor to your favorite local spots. Come for the oysters, stay for the stories.

  • Book an oyster shucking class with our NYC oyster catering team—either at our partner venues or in the comfort of your home. We bring top-quality oysters, all the tools, and step-by-step instruction from expert shuckers. Learn the art of shucking while enjoying a fun, interactive raw bar experience.

  • Discover the perfect match with our oyster tastings and drink pairings. Whether it’s oysters with champagne, craft beer, sake, or whiskey, our NYC raw bar catering service curates unforgettable pairings with sustainably sourced oysters. Available for private events, pop-ups, and in-home experiences.

Who we are

Join Mahnaz and Rutvik of The Wandering Shuckers Co. on a coast-to-coast search for the perfect shuck—meeting incredible people, sourcing sustainable oysters, and uncovering hidden stories along the way.

What began as a NYC oyster catering service has grown into a nationwide mobile raw bar experience, shucking at iconic events like The Masters Golf Tournament, New Orleans Jazzfest, the Texas Oyster Festival, and the Maine Lobster Festival.

Rutvik is a nationally ranked oyster shucker, competing at championships across the country, and a proud member of Shuck Team USA—headed to Prince Edward Island, Canada, for the prestigious Raspberry Point World Oyster Shucking Competition in September 2025.

We bring more than just oysters to your celebration—we bring the craft of oyster shucking, the flavors of the best raw bar catering, and the stories of farmers, chefs, and communities who make it all possible. From intimate gatherings to grand weddings, our oyster bar catering transforms any occasion into an unforgettable, ocean-fresh experience.

Book our oyster shucking service today and let us bring the adventure to you.

Two people taking a selfie outdoors under a large tree, with a red brick building in the background, both wearing navy blue shirts with matching logos and black caps.

Mahnaz Damania & Rutvik Patel
Co-founders/Oyster Shuckers

  • "The Wandering Shuckers turned our party into a memorable experience. Their oysters were fresh, and the shucker's energy was infectious!"

    Lily

  • "Highly recommend! The presentation and storytelling made our wedding reception truly special."

    Angie & Jason

  • "The Shucking class was an amazing experience! Detailed info behind each oyster and detailed instructions on shucking them. Made me love and appreciate oysters even more. Must do!"

    -Trilby

Ready to Book Your Oyster Experience?

Interested in working with The Wandering Shuckers Co.? Fill out the form and our NYC oyster catering team will be in touch shortly. Whether you’re planning a wedding, corporate event, private party, pop-up collaboration, or in-home oyster shucking class, we’re here to bring a fresh, sustainable raw bar experience to you. Let’s make your event unforgettable—contact us today!

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