As is customary for this time of year, Paul has traded in the fast paced life of London, and it's very wet Autumnal weather, for a well deserved relaxing break abroad. So, I’m afraid, you’re stuck with me for this edition of ‘Meat The Gossip’. There’s plenty goings on, so let’s get straight to it.
We know you’ve been waiting in anticipation for London’s most coveted, and competitive, competition. I’m pleased to announce the details of the Stokey Pokey Sausage Competition, 2024.
You’ll notice all your favourite sausages adorn the Meat London cabinets each week, from the traditional Cumberland or Toulouse sausages, to the Chicken Sage & Onion or Lamb Merguez sausage. Everyone has their favourites. Those that fancy trying something a little different will also notice a ‘Sausage of The Week’. Our team like to come up with all kinds of flavour combinations to create a sausage that you’re unlikely to have tried before. It adds to the variety we offer, and, of course, keeps the butchers thinking of fresh new ideas. Well, now it’s your turn.
The Stokey Pokey Competition gives our customers the chance to dream up their best sausage recipe. Perhaps you’ve been inspired when abroad, memories of recipes from Grandparents, or perhaps you just wish someone would create that great recipe you have in mind (possibly since last year’s Stokey Pokey Competition you didn’t enter?!). Simply collect an entry form from any of our shops, fill out your recipe idea and return it to us by Sunday 20th October.
On Sunday 3rd November, from 1pm at Meat N16, Stoke Newington, join us for a fun afternoon to sample and vote for your favourite 6 finalists, along with Gessica’s famous mulled wine of course. The winner will be announced at 4pm, where the Stokey Pokey Cup will be presented to the sausage champion. You’re all invited to see the Sausage King or Queen be crowned.
Looking forward to seeing you there!
Our rep, Dan from Hallgarten wines, paid a visit to the NW5 Tufnell Park branch this month offering a great line-up of new wines. From Europe, America and South Africa, he has it covered for our regular promotions or even our Christmas list.
In the last Newsletter, Paul mentioned the seasonal portfolio tastings, and last week a number of our Team visited Astrum Wines where the Rioja appeared to grab the headlines. I’ll get some into the shops soon.
I think the upcoming Autumn season is going to be vibrant, with warm reds to overcome the chilly evenings. Come into our shops for our weekend tastings, and see if you agree with my selections, and, bye the way, there might be a couple of funny stories along the way.
If your celebrating Canadian Thanksgiving on Monday 14th October, Meat London have turkeys ready for your Thanks Giving feast. We're taking pre orders for your turkey and other goodies now!
Autumn appears to have settled in with full vigour, if the recent weather has anything to go by. Stay dry and have a lovely October. Watch out for those witches and gouls at the end of the month!
Craig - General Manager
