From the Block: The Butcher's Blog

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How to Cook the Perfect Grass-Fed Steak (Why It's Different From Supermarket Steak)

Daniel Kelly
Grass-fed steak is leaner than the supermarket stuff, which means it cooks faster — and that catches people out. Here's how to cook it so it's tender, juicy and never grey in the middle.

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Organ Meats & Offal: What They Are, Why They're Worth It, and How to Cook Them

Daniel Kelly
Offal used to be the most prized part of the animal. Here's what organ meats actually are, why they're some of the most nutrient-dense food you can eat, and exactly how to cook the main ones without fear.

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What Is Sockeye Salmon? Wild-Caught vs Farmed Salmon Explained

Daniel Kelly
Sockeye is the deep-red, wild-caught salmon worth seeking out. Here's what makes it different, why wild beats farmed, and how to cook it without overdoing it.

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A Guide to Beef Cuts: Which Cut to Use (and How to Cook Each)

Daniel Kelly
Standing at the counter unsure which cut to buy? This is the plain-English butcher's guide to the main beef cuts — what each is best for, and how to cook it right.

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Is a Meat Subscription Worth It? How Meat Boxes Work

Daniel Kelly
A meat subscription means never running out of good meat — and often paying less per kilo. Here's how meat boxes work, whether they're worth it, and who they suit.

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Beef Bones & Bone Broth: How to Make It (and Why It's So Good for You)

Daniel Kelly
Bone broth is one of the cheapest, most nourishing things you can make — if you start with the right bones. Here's which to use, how to make it, and why it's worth the simmer.

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Is Kangaroo Meat Healthy? A Guide to Buying and Cooking Roo

Daniel Kelly
Kangaroo is one of the leanest, most sustainable red meats in the country — and one of the most misunderstood in the kitchen. Here's why it's worth eating and how to cook it right.

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Grass-Fed Beef: What It Really Means (and How It Compares to Grain-Fed)

Daniel Kelly
What does "grass-fed" beef actually mean — and is it really better than grain-fed? Here's the honest breakdown, including the grass-finished distinction most labels hide.

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Is Nitrate-Free Bacon Actually Healthier? What the Label Really Means

Daniel Kelly
"Nitrate-free" is on every second packet of bacon now — but the label is more complicated than it looks. Here's what it actually means, whether it's healthier, and how we make ours.

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What Is Beef Tallow? A Butcher's Guide to Using It (Cooking, Frying & More)

Daniel Kelly
Beef tallow is back — and not just with the carnivore crowd. Here's what it actually is, why it's one of the most useful fats you can keep in the kitchen, and exactly how to cook with it.

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