The slightest hint of sun is enough to bring a fervent Englishman out of his home and into the garden with a bag of coal, lighter fluid and a spatula ready to treat himself to delicious barbecued food. Continue reading →

The May Day tradition is one that has been held for thousands of years throughout many cultures in the Northern Hemisphere. Pre-dating many of the globe’s major holidays including Christmas; May Day is often celebrated in the (hopefully) glorious sunshine. Continue reading →

The butchers block is an incredibly important and useful tool for both professional and amateur butchers. It protects work surfaces from unwanted cuts and incisions and helps the butcher make clean and precise cuts. Continue reading →

We finally seem to be working our way out of the cold freeze that has gripped the nation. As a country of constant weather optimists; the first rays of sunshine are usually greeted with an army of shorts-wearing, sunglasses-sporting BBQ chefs. Continue reading →

This year has been littered with news of various meat producers and suppliers being found guilty of selling horsemeat under the guise of beef. High profile suppliers such as high street stores and well-known supermarkets have been implicated in the scandal. This has led to public confidence in store-bought meat falling to an all-time low. The public are falling all over themselves to make a return to basics and begin butchering their own meats. Continue reading →

Whether you are using butcher equipment for personal or professional use; it is vitally important to ensure that all items are completely clean and free of bacteria. If your butchers knives and other pieces of equipment are exposed to bacteria, there are potential risks. Even a small amount of bacteria can spread and multiply incredibly quickly. There are a number of different practices and techniques that can be implemented to safeguard against the spread of bacteria. Continue reading →

The 1990s saw a dramatic increase in popularity of cooking classes. Greater influence from abroad saw Brits experiment with a wider range of different dishes and flavours. Cooking classes were a hit, especially with younger generations. Cooking classes were bursting from the seams and became a cultural phenomenon. The influence of the classes was so significant that many people began using them as a way to meet new people and make new friends. Continue reading →

In the majority of cases, food preparation can be completed with the minimal of fuss and with everyday kitchenware items. However, from time to time, there are jobs that will require specialist tools and knowledge. It is important that those two necessities go hand-in-hand. It is completely redundant to have tools produced by and for experts if you have no knowledge of how to use them safely and effectively. To help you understand the pertinence of using the correct butcher equipment, here are some of those tough butcher jobs. Continue reading →

When it is cold outside and the snow, sleet and rain seem to never cease, the lure of warming meals is great. Returning home to your kitchen to a piping hot meal full of protein and flavour is something almost everybody yearns for at this time. However, upon returning home from work, school or other commitments; the last thing you want to do is labour over a meal for yourself and your loved ones for hours on end. Here is where the week-long recipes come in handy. Prepare a large stock of food on Sunday night, then you and your family will have delicious meals to enjoy throughout the week. Here is a guide to make the perfect warming lamb stew and how to keep it interesting, night after night. Continue reading →

It is no secret that keeping a Butcher Knife sharp is central to its performance. A dull or blunt knife will struggle to cut through joints of meat with any accuracy or ease. When cutting becomes difficult, it is more likely that the butcher will resort to harder and more reckless cuts. This will decrease the quality and neatness of the incision that is made and may even prove to be more dangerous. A knife sharpener will keep Butchers Knives working at their peak and pinnacle and create greater cuts. Continue reading →