Picanha on the braai

It's a beautiful and clear afternoon, your significant other has just arrived back home with a fresh, juicy piece of picanha. They hand it over to you and say “I want it just like they do it at Fat...

The Potato - A Series #2

It's the tater with no hater. It's the spectacular spud. It's luscious, it's rich, it's the ultimate dish. IT'S MAGNIFICENT MASH. The second episode of our potato series introduces the Fat Butcher’...

Homemade Beef Patties

Pas de deux: dance between bun and patty Anyone that has indulged in a Fat Butcher meal, or just great food in general, will agree that food is no mere dietary need. Food is a work of art. It is a...

The Potato - A Series #1

When looking for a side dish to accompany your meat-filled meals, the potato is always an easy choice. It is versatile, whether it comes in the form of a crispy Simba chippie or taking part in the...

Cooking Temperatures

When it comes to knowledge on meat and how to cook it The Fat Butcher has a PhD. Get your Degree in Doneness by studying these simple guidelines.   There are 6 “doneness” preferences:   Blue, this ...

How to cut like a butcher

Going against the grain. Slicing your rump correctly can be the difference between you savouring a well-prepared piece of meat – Fat Butcher Style – or straining your jaws over a tough rump.  It pa...