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  • Beef and butternut squash tagine with charmoula and buttered couscous

    Moroccan stews, or tagines as they are better known, are not meant to be thick and rich like our British stews, but rather a little more light and soupy. So don’t allow the liquid to reduce back too far during cooking. Serves 4-6   3 tablespoons olive oil 1 kg diced braising steak 2 onions,…

  • Steak Tagliata with roasted vine tomatoes

    Serves 4 4 strings of cherry tomatoes on the vine (each with about 8 tomatoes) 8 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil 4 x 225-250g rump or sirloin steaks 1 teaspoon Dijon mustard 4 teaspoons balsamic vinegar 175g rocket leaves 75g piece Parmesan cheese, freshly shaved using a potato peeler   Preheat the oven to 180C/fan160C/gas…

  • Char-grilled butterflied lamb with lemon, garlic and thyme

    This is nice served with some chunky chips deep-fried in olive oil and a sliced tomato, shallot and fresh basil salad. Serves 6 1 x 2.5kg/5 1/2lb leg of lamb, butterflied For the marinade: 2 large garlic cloves, chopped 1 medium hot red chilli, seeded and finely chopped 1 teaspoon chopped rosemary leaves The leaves…

  • Chicken cacciatora with Parmesan polenta

    Serves 4 3 tablespoons olive oil 1 head of garlic, separated into cloves 10 sage leaves The leaves from 1 sprig of rosemary 2 sprigs fresh oregano or thyme 1 x 1.5-1.75 kg free range chicken, jointed into 8 125ml/4fl oz dry white wine 400g/14oz can chopped tomatoes 12 small black olives A pinch of…

  • BBC Radio Solent

    BBC Radio Solent

    David our master butcher and owner of Sway Butchers was recently invited on to BBC Radio Solent to discuss Christmas during their Foodie Friday section. To listen again please follow the link below https://www.bbc.co.uk/sounds/play/p0k2pwxp Listen to David talking about Turkeys on Radio Solent (skip to 2 hrs an 13 sec)

  • Celebrate a Magical Christmas with Our Festive Feasts

    Celebrate a Magical Christmas with Our Festive Feasts

    At Sway Butchers, we make your Christmas celebration truly special with a selection of the finest meats and trimmings. Whether you’re planning a traditional roast or something a little different, we’ve got everything you need to create the perfect festive meal. From our locally sourced New Forest Marque turkeys to succulent New Forest Venison, Pannage…

  • As the summer draws in and autumn approaches

    As the summer draws in and autumn approaches

      It may not have been the warmest of summers but as autumn draws closer the heather on the open forest is looking spectacular. At Sway Butchers our staff are busy creating new products to excite our taste buds through the winter months. Today’s delight is the new Bavette Encroute – Bavette steak, stuffed with…

  • David speaks to the BBC

    David speaks to the BBC

    On Friday (5th April 2024) David was invited to the BBC radio Solent studios to discuss the importance of local venison and how it can be sustainably used as an alternative to beef. On the BBC Foodie Friday programme David gave the presenters the opportunity to try different venison meals including – venison sausages, kofta…

  • Easter

    Easter

    Our Easter Opening times Good Friday 29th March  8.30-16.00 Easter Saturday 30th March  8.30-17.00 Easter Sunday 31st March  CLOSED Bank Holiday Monday 1st April  9.00-13.00 Tuesday 2nd April  Normal Hours

  • Mastering the Art of Butchery: A Hands-On Journey with Lamb

    Mastering the Art of Butchery: A Hands-On Journey with Lamb

    Mastering the Art of Butchery: A Hands-On Journey with Lamb Last week marked the exciting relaunch of our much-anticipated butchery courses, and what a week it was! Our students delved deep into the world of lamb, exploring various cuts and getting their hands dirty in a truly hands-on experience. Join us as we take you…