He saw Perna at the next table already bright-eyed and picking up her fork. He quickly stopped her, clearing his throat and saying, "Ahem, you're in for a treat today. I know a much healthier, more delicious way to cook oysters. Would you like to try it?"
"Ah?"
Joseph thought for a moment, asked the oyster vendor for a grill, some garlic, and a few spices, and then gave detailed instructions...
Half an hour later, on the iron grill, the oyster shells filled with garlic paste and various spices held oyster meat turned golden, sizzling and bubbling with oil. The rich meaty aroma blended with the scent of garlic, wafting over half a mile away.
