Beef dripping, the guilty pleasure that’s actually good for you. Whatever name it goes by (Tallow, dripping) in your neck of the woods, it is an amazing product. Great for fries (chips in the UK & Ireland), roast potatoes, or Yorkshire puddings. Even for bread making, … [Read more...]
Knife Maintenance & Using A Knife Sharpening Service
THE SHARPEST KNIFE IN THE DRAWER? If knives are the tools of your trade, it makes sense to keep them well maintained and in good condition. Right? You service your car and you keep your heating equipment serviced, don’t you? You should also take care of your knives. Even for … [Read more...]
How to Buy, Store, and Prepare Turkey for Christmas
The Christmas Turkey is probably the most expensive meat purchase of the year. So you want it to be perfect. The best place to buy a turkey at Christmas is your local butcher. They are the meat experts and will have a buying relationship with the turkey farmer going back years in … [Read more...]
Why is Meat Expensive, or is it?
I have been asked many times over the years, by customers, chefs and farmers, why is meat so expensive? Well, how expensive is the meat on your plate? Let’s take a look at what is involved, but first, let me ask a question: If I buy 10 live cattle from a farmer or at a market, … [Read more...]
Slow Food: How To Choose And Cook Meats Slowly For Taste
In mid-winter, when the cold chill is upon us, heart-warming casseroles, stews and braises are the order of the day. Your butcher can offer great value on cuts that are perfect for slow cooking. Shin, neck, brisket and chuck are ideal cuts of meat for slow food dishes. A little … [Read more...]