What’s the difference between commercial and artisan ham? I suspect that you’ve never thought too deeply about ham other than to select the kind you like most. Or in some cases, you choose whatever was most available. There are quite...
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Growing media coverage, expansion of the ranges of gluten-free products available in stores, the appearance of restaurants, bakeries, or “no gluten” pastry shops: it seems that we are more sensitive to gluten than in the past. Why today?...
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The origin of meat processing is lost in antiquity. Historians think it began when mankind learned that salt is an effective preservative. Sausage making evolved as an effort to economize and preserve meat that could not be consumed fresh at...
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Because I’m a butcher I have spent years learning how butchery works. I’ve taken what I agree with and have built my company based on what I feel is best practice. Somethings, along the way, I’ve decided are not for us. Before I...
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Barbecues are the perfect place to get together with friends and family, eat some great food, and enjoy a cold drink or two. Some of the best cocktails for BBQs are the easiest ones to make using fresh ingredients. Single Serve or Pitcher?...
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A skewer is a thin metal or wood stick used to hold pieces of food together. The word sometimes refers to the entire food item as in “chicken skewers” or “vegetable skewers”. These wonderful sticks are used while grilling or roasting...
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What makes a BBQ go from good to great? Having an excellent full-of-flavor marinade and delicious BBQ toppers. In this article, I’ll share with you the winning marinade formula and provide some ideas on toppers that will get your mouth...
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Beach BBQs can be a fantastic day out however it’s important to remember all the essentials! Ensure your BBQ is great rather than just good by using this Beach BBQ Checklist. Download print version PDF: Beach BBQ Checklist Food & Beverages...
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Ground beef is a convenient way to include protein in your diet, and it contains important vitamins and minerals. It is the primary ingredient in many favorite foods from chili con carne to meatballs. Below I’ve selected four of my favorite...
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You don’t need to spend a fortune on Grenada steaks to get a juicy, melt-in-your-mouth piece of meat. Here are some guidelines to follow if you want to cook the perfect steak, whichever cut you choose. Step 1 Purchase a local Grenadian...
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