Do you know the old saying about oysters? Foodie tradition dictates only eating wild oysters in months with the letter “R” – from September to April – to avoid food poisoning. While this advice might be outdated, it has been around for a long time! Check out more on NYC oyster history at an upcoming program featuring Mother Shuckers, a nomadic oyster cart that harkens back to the days when New York City was a bustling port town with oyster carts lining the streets! 📸: Colourpicture Publishers, Paddy's Clam House, ca. 1930, 97.59.5