Renars Purmalis

IG: @renarspurmalis

Location: Riga, Latvia

Certified: L1 - 09/22/25

Current Role: Catering business and oyster chef, SIA GATAVO DABĀ

Most meaningful oyster: European flat. Great history in this beautiful shell.

Favorite oyster to shuck: I love them all!

Dream oyster destination: I have lot of them - I want to visit most famous oyster festivals, shucking competitions and most beautiful oyster farms.

Proudest oyster accomplishments to date: Winning World Oyster Opening Championship in Galway, 2024.

Favorite thing about being an OMG member: Being in a community where everybody loves oysters.