On Thursday 1st September at Bentley's Oyster Bar and Grill, London, the UK's supreme 'shuckers' will be battling it out for the British title. Professional oyster 'shuckers' will battle it out with encouragement from some of the UK s leading experts from the hospitality industry including; chefs, restaurateurs, food writers, seafood experts and a few well known faces. Competitors are required to open and display 30 native oysters as quickly as possible and present them on a silver tray (as they would be served at any prestigious restaurant). The winner – The Tabasco British Oyster Opener 2011 – will win £250 and will also represent the UK in the World Oyster Opening Championship in Galway, Ireland. To take part contact Louise Byron-Sinclair at Food Matters on 020 7371 6466 or [email protected] for further information. The event is not open to the public and is invitation only; those interested in attending should also contact Louise Byron-Sinclair.