Today we are going back to the farm… but not a nice one with rolling fields, happy grazing animals, and family members working hard to get by – no, we are going back to visit the idea of the factory farm because we uncovered yet MORE information you might not know about in regards to your factory farms and your chicken!

We normally talk about meat… and meat… and even more meat.  TODAY we are going to take the time to discuss the home of Wayside Market – the North Fork of Long Island, often just called The Northfork, or NOFO.  You might thing that the end of summer is the time to run from here for warmer weather… but is it really?  Keep reading to learn more!

Welcome back! We talked about beef and steak pairings before, and a natural progression for us is to move on to pairings for different kinds of poultry. If you have not read our article on beef pairings, check it out! We are sure you will be thrilled with the opportunity to learn more about making your favorite meats even better!

We have talked a little bit before about the idea of pairing different spices, and sharing different ideas as it is related to food, serving food, and preparing food. But we have not, as of yet, talked much at all about pairing! Honestly, what good is a juicy burger, succulent steak, stuffed pork chop, or perfectly marinated chicken without a collection of sides and drinks?

This topic is a little less “fun” than our typical Fun Friday topics… and why? Because, this is current news, this is important, and this is something that our dear readers need to be aware of!

Well, Friday is here, and now it is time for the weekend – break out that grill and fire it up, enjoy your beef and meats… you know that the fat is not the worst thing for you, and you might just be healthier for eating it!

Really think about that; the smell of a gently warming steak, the sound of the sizzle as the steak hits the grill (or pan, we won’t judge… much), the sight of the beef popping and jerking as it slowly works up to a perfect medium rare… But, as much as we all love meat, there is always a way to make it just a *little* better.

And we talk about that RIGHT HERE!

There is an ancient secret…

No… not the Law of Attraction

But how to be Fitter, Faster, and Stronger… All while eating MORE, and eating BETTER, than you do now! Yes… it is a real thing, and ancient cultures (as well as cultures that adhere to these practices today) keep getting healthier!

Curious… Read on to learn this great secret to YOU and YOUR health!

There is a lot that is going on behind the scenes with your butcher before you buy your meat from the butcher.  Ethical, proper, and solid sourcing practices are what make it so you get the meat you want, you know that you are getting what you are paying for, and that this meat sources will be available for a long time.

Do not let a holiday even drain you and your energy.  Enjoy it, and then be ready for the typical “food and people hangover” that results from this activity.  Be ready to do YOU for a day or two following with our very simple tips and tricks!