Beef that's gone bad has a sour smell. Sometimes with an aroma like milk that has gone off. Eating meat that has gone off, or is slimy, can cause food poisoning. How can you tell if steak has gone bad? Smell is the first indicator followed by color. First thing: Fresh … [Read more...]
Dexter Beef – The Right Choice
Let’s talk about Dexter & Sandy. No, not the sequel to Grease, or another American sitcom, but two free-range breeds that have piqued my interest. I recently visited two free-range farms to get an insight into non-industrial meat sources and learn about high-quality meat. I … [Read more...]
What is Offal?
The term offal refers to the organ meats of animals: Heart, liver, tongue, kidney, sweetbreads etc. These organs are nutritious, inexpensive and most of all delicious. Here's an overview explaining what is offal and I've added some offal recipes to help you get the best from … [Read more...]
Pork Shoulder Roast
I am constantly amazed at the way roasting pork has almost been forgotten. It was a major part of the business years ago, but seems to have fallen out of favour. A good butcher who used full pigs would make sausages, puddings, hazlet, brawn, pork pies, and a host of other pork … [Read more...]
Quality Meat?
If you run a food business you might be wondering what are the best ways to choose quality meats, educate your employees, and help your customers at the same time. Here are some questions to ask yourself before starting to ensure that you provide only … [Read more...]