What is Game Meat?

Game meat refers to meat from animals that have lived freely in the wild, such as pheasant, hare, roe deer, venison, and wild boar. These animals forage for their own food and are not treated with medicines. True wild game is hunted by certified hunters during specific hunting seasons, as outlined in hunting calendars. Game is known for its characteristic, intense flavor. Besides "wild game," there is also farmed game, which has a milder flavor. Farmed game lives in natural conditions but within enclosed areas, such as farmed duck.

Wild Boar

At The Butchery, you’ll find a wide range of wild boar meat, including wild boar roasts, goulash meat for stews, wild boar steaks, frenched racks, sausages (made in-house), wild boar leg, chops, roasts, and even wild boar back. Wild boar meat is leaner than pork and has a richer flavor. The meat is beautifully tender.

Wild Hare

Planning to serve wild hare? It’s an excellent choice for those who love strong game flavors. At The Butchery, you can find hare leg, stew meat, saddle, whole hare, and forelegs. Since hare meat is quite lean, it’s a good idea to wrap the meat in bacon during preparation to prevent it from drying out.

Wild Roe Deer

Wild roe deer has a unique taste, thanks to its diet in the wild, which includes herbs, fresh leaves, young shoots, nuts, and berries. The result is tender, juicy, and soft meat. At The Butchery, you can find roe deer stew, loin fillets, goulash meat, saddle, leg, or leg steaks—each a true delicacy.

Wild Rabbit

Wondering what wild rabbit tastes like? Rabbit meat is lean, has a fine texture, and its flavor is reminiscent of poultry. Compared to farmed rabbit, wild rabbit has a more intense flavor.

Wild Venison

Venison is perhaps the most popular game meat available. It has a woody, slightly fruity taste and is often compared to beef with a subtle game flavor. Venison is an excellent choice for those new to game meat and looking to start with something mild yet delicious.

Wild Fowl

Looking to order wild fowl? The Butchery offers a fine selection, including pheasant, duck, goose, partridge, and guinea fowl. Wild pheasant has an aromatic, herbaceous flavor due to its diet of berries and herbs in the wild.

The Butchery stocks both wild and farmed duck. Wild duck meat is deep red, while farmed duck meat tends to be pinker, reflecting their different diets. Goose meat, with its fine texture and distinct game flavor, is another excellent choice for game lovers.

Preparing Duck Breast

Want to prepare duck breast with orange sauce? Chef Ruben made a recipe video for the French classic ‘Canard à l’orange.’ This dish is a timeless favorite, and the orange sauce pairs beautifully with duck breast. Check out the video below—it’s only 2 minutes long!

Game Meat Recipes

Want to try cooking game meat? Here are two fantastic recipes to get you started: wild boar rack with herbs or smoked duck breast with honey glaze. Both are exceptional dishes!

What to Serve with Game Meat?

Game meat generally has a stronger flavor than regular meat, making it a great match for sweet or bitter side dishes. For venison, try parsnips, Brussels sprouts, or roasted winter vegetables. Wild boar pairs well with red cabbage, beets, or mushrooms. For wild fowl, options like endives, sprouts, or cabbage work beautifully. Choose sides that you enjoy!

Game Meat for Christmas

Game meat is increasingly popular during the holidays. Its bold flavors perfectly suit the season, and dishes like wild steaks or roasts are sure to impress at the Christmas table.

Ordering Wild Meat Online

Ordering wild meat online is incredibly convenient. Select your desired type of game and weight, add it to your cart, and check out in a secure environment. Orders placed before 11:00 AM on weekdays can be delivered the same evening. The meat is delivered quickfrozen, ensuring maximum freshness and flavor retention.