Looking for alternatives to the traditional turkey feast this Christmas? Although the Turkey tradition dates back 100s of years, we have seen a shift away from the bird as the centrepiece of the holiday feast. Here's our top alternative picks for your Christmas Meal...
Rib of Beef
Arguably the king of roast meats, Rib of Beef absolutely had to go on this list. With the perfect amount of marbled fat and with the bone left in for extra flavour.
A great alternative to Turkey at Christmas would be to go for a nice Rib of Northumbrian Beef on the bone, as it’s ideal for those cooking for two or can be upscaled for those cooking for a larger gathering.
Like turkey, the beef will be great for a late evening cold meat sandwich – a traditional Christmas night time snack in any household... Washed down with a good quality bottle of red wine and you can't go wrong!
Beef Wellington
A firm favourite for either an alternative Christmas or Boxing Day dinner. We take prime Fillet Mignon, cover it in our home made pate, caramelised onions and then wrap it all up in puff pastry, ready for the oven.
Pheasant
Game birds are food for you, ethically produced, and truly seasonal. It is also superbly versatile and rich in flavour. Why not check out our Roasted Game Birds with mustard fruits, pancetta and porcini stuffing
Lamb
Lamb is a fantastic holiday meat. It has a tonne of flavour and may be prepared in several ways. You can choose more conventional tastes like rosemary and garlic, or you can experiment with a little spice. Why not try a Boneless Lamb Shoulder?
Pork
If you're already planning on having pigs in blankets, why not go the whole hog? Pork is a great centrepiece that doesn't break the bank, and has the added benefit of delicious crackling. Our Butchers have created this Italian style Porchetta Roast stuffed with fragrant herbs for maximum flavour.
Gammon
Gammon is the the other festive favourite in most households. Ham cooked in an orange glaze or roasted with local honey is a real treat that will keep you going well past boxing day!