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River Cottage Pig to Plate: Butchery & Charcuterie

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River Cottage Pig to Plate: Butchery & Charcuterie

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10:00 - 17:00

River Cottage Pig to Plate: Butchery & Charcuterie

A day at River Cottage exploring pig butchery, curing and charcuterie.

Working alongside Steve Williams, butcher & charcuterie expert, as a group you’ll break down half a pig, learning the principles of butchery and whole-animal use. As cuts are prepared, selected pieces are taken to the kitchen and returned as freshly cooked snacks throughout the day.

There’s time to step outside and see the pigs, followed by a relaxed seasonal River Cottage lunch made from the finest seasonal ingredients.

The afternoon focuses on sausage making, bacon curing and the making of classic charcuterie including salami and coppa ham as Steve introduces the key techniques behind preserving and transforming pork.

The day finishes with a charcuterie tasting and discussion, and advice on how to continue your butchery and curing at home.

A complete nose-to-tail experience, bringing together skill, flavour and tradition in true River Cottage style.

Is this course suitable for me?  This course isn’t suitable for those who are pescatarian, vegetarian or vegan. We recommend this course for participants aged 12 and up. Under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult. These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all our guests. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or need more information.

 

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

You’ll meet your host and kick off the day with tea, coffee, and a freshly crafted treat from the kitchen.

SESSION ONE

A hands-on breakdown of a side of pork, learning butchery skills and whole-animal use.

SESSION TWO

As the day unfolds, selected cuts are taken to the kitchen and returned as freshly cooked snacks throughout.

LUNCH

Food is at the heart of everything we do at River Cottage, and a delicious two-course lunch featuring local, seasonal produce with tasty porky additions will be one of the highlights of your day.

SESSION THREE

Time to step outside, explore the gardens and visit the pigs!

SESSION FOUR

Fully hands-on sausage making, working with seasoning, texture and traditional techniques.

SESSION FIVE

Next up is bacon curing alongside classic charcuterie including salami and coppa ham, exploring the craft of preserving pork.

DEPARTURE

You’ll have time to chat with your fellow participants and the River Cottage team as the course wraps up at 4:30. Then, at 5pm, you’ll head back up the hill, proudly carrying your liver pâté, chorizo, and River Cottage bangers.

Highlights

  • Learn the art of butchery as you break down a pig into perfect cuts
  • Make your own sausages & bacon and discover how delicious they can be
  • Uncover hidden cuts of pork and learn how to prepare them like a pro
  • Indulge in a hearty seasonal lunch showcasing your day’s work
  • Discover the secrets of curing and have a taste along the way

 

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River Cottage Pig to Plate: Butchery & Charcuterie

A day at River Cottage exploring pig butchery, curing and charcuterie.

Working alongside Steve Williams, butcher & charcuterie expert, as a group you’ll break down half a pig, learning the principles of butchery and whole-animal use. As cuts are prepared, selected pieces are taken to the kitchen and returned as freshly cooked snacks throughout the day.

There’s time to step outside and see the pigs, followed by a relaxed seasonal River Cottage lunch made from the finest seasonal ingredients.

The afternoon focuses on sausage making, bacon curing and the making of classic charcuterie including salami and coppa ham as Steve introduces the key techniques behind preserving and transforming pork.

The day finishes with a charcuterie tasting and discussion, and advice on how to continue your butchery and curing at home.

A complete nose-to-tail experience, bringing together skill, flavour and tradition in true River Cottage style.

Is this course suitable for me?  This course isn’t suitable for those who are pescatarian, vegetarian or vegan. We recommend this course for participants aged 12 and up. Under-16s must be accompanied by a paying adult. These guidelines are in place to ensure the safety, comfort, and enjoyment of all our guests. Please feel free to get in touch if you have any questions or need more information.

 

MAKE YOURSELF AT HOME

You’ll meet your host and kick off the day with tea, coffee, and a freshly crafted treat from the kitchen.

SESSION ONE

A hands-on breakdown of a side of pork, learning butchery skills and whole-animal use.

SESSION TWO

As the day unfolds, selected cuts are taken to the kitchen and returned as freshly cooked snacks throughout.

LUNCH

Food is at the heart of everything we do at River Cottage, and a delicious two-course lunch featuring local, seasonal produce with tasty porky additions will be one of the highlights of your day.

SESSION THREE

Time to step outside, explore the gardens and visit the pigs!

SESSION FOUR

Fully hands-on sausage making, working with seasoning, texture and traditional techniques.

SESSION FIVE

Next up is bacon curing alongside classic charcuterie including salami and coppa ham, exploring the craft of preserving pork.

DEPARTURE

You’ll have time to chat with your fellow participants and the River Cottage team as the course wraps up at 4:30. Then, at 5pm, you’ll head back up the hill, proudly carrying your liver pâté, chorizo, and River Cottage bangers.

Highlights

  • Learn the art of butchery as you break down a pig into perfect cuts
  • Make your own sausages & bacon and discover how delicious they can be
  • Uncover hidden cuts of pork and learn how to prepare them like a pro
  • Indulge in a hearty seasonal lunch showcasing your day’s work
  • Discover the secrets of curing and have a taste along the way

 

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when new dates are released for this event.

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  1. Debra

    Connor is a born teacher he is happy to share his knowledge and is passionate about his work. This course was so interesting and I learnt a lot about the butchery of a pig and the cuts of meat and there uses this coupled with Conor’s experience in a French butchers gave us both Uk and French butchers techniques! The dishes we tasted were great particularly the Roasted Head and offal dishes. An opportunity to walk around the farm to talk about the pigs and also to see the gardens was an added bonus. All in all a great day Thank you.