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A staple of many diets, chicken is a favorite dish of cultures across the globe. One big reason for this is the variety of ways for the meat to be prepared. But all of the different methods for preparing poultry can make it difficult to find a method the entire family will enjoy. Here are…

The thought of cooking with a new ingredient can be intimidating, especially when it is a critical component of the meal like meat. But speaking to the butcher at your local meat market can lead to a new culinary adventure if you are willing to cook with lamb. There are many ways that each part…

When you’re at the meat market, being able to speak directly to a butcher to get advice on the tenderest cuts of meat can be a great comfort. But it’s just as important for any aspiring chef to be able to spot what they’re looking for in any situation. Here’s a guide to how to…

In the effort to create a better-tasting meal, chefs are willing to try almost anything. One of the best ways to add flavor to meat is by marinating it. But there is more to marinating than simply letting your meat sit in an ingredient bath for a few hours. Here is an explanation of marination…

When you step up to the counter in a meat market for the first time, it can be an intimidating experience if you aren’t prepared. Knowing how to speak to the butcher makes completing your order much simpler. Here are five meat-buying tips from the butcher that will help your next purchase go more smoothly….

When it comes to food, most people prefer to play it safe. They like the foods that they are familiar with and prefer to stay within their comfort zone. But going into a butcher shop could be just what you need to expand your culinary horizons. They can recommend unique cuts of meat for your…

No matter the season, a fresh steak that’s perfectly prepared is always a welcome meal. Part of this is knowing how to use different cooking methods to prepare your meat for the table. Here are our top tips for preparing a sirloin steak for the grill and the stove top. Staging the Meat Start by…

One of the biggest benefits that comes with shopping at a local butcher shop is the depth of knowledge that you can tap into by talking to your butcher. Because of their years of experience in the field, butchers are uniquely qualified to answer any questions on their product that you might have. Here are…

At the dinner table, chicken is the undisputed king of birds, making up the majority of the protein that we consume. But other forms of poultry are just as capable of providing the nutrients that we need to survive. Here are the top tips for deboning and spatchcocking a quail. Deboning As the name sounds,…