Meat

Question 1

Beef cuts

Answer 1

Ribeye Tenderloin Sirloin Fillet Tomahawk

Question 2

Beef
Cooking temperatures

Answer 2

Blue - Rare - Medium Rare - Medium - Medium well - Well done

“Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness”

Question 3

Wagyu

Answer 3

Wagyu beef, originating from Japan, is renowned for its extraordinary marbling, which results in unmatched tenderness and a rich buttery flavour.

The key differences between Wagyu and other beef types lie in the genetics, breeding methods, and feed.

Japanese wagyu: 15 grades ranging from C1 to A5, with A5 being the highest quality

Japanese and Australian Wagyu is available on SF menu.

Question 4

USDA Prime beef

Answer 4

USDA Prime beef is the highest grade of beef in the United States, known for its exceptional tenderness, juiciness, and flavor.

It’s characterized by abundant marbling, which is the fat interspersed throughout the muscle, contributing to its superior quality.

Only a small percentage of US beef (less than 2%) qualifies for the Prime grade.

Question 5

Bone marrow

Answer 5

Beef bone marrow is a rich, buttery substance found inside the bones of beef, especially in the long bones like the femur.

Marrow bones are often roasted and the marrow is spread on toast or used to enrich broths and sauces

Question 6

Lamb cuts

Answer 6

A rack of lamb is a section of lamb ribs with the loin meat attached.

Lamb chops are individual portions cut from the rack, typically with the rib bone still attached

Question 7

Baby chicken

Answer 7

Poussin, also known as baby chicken, is a young chicken, typically slaughtered before 28 days old, and weighing between 400-750 grams.

Poussins are favored for their tender, delicate flesh and flavor, making them a popular choice for roasting or grilling.

Question 8

Foie gras

Answer 8

Foie gras is a delicacy made from the liver of ducks or geese that have been force-fed.

The name literally translates to “fatty liver” in French.

Question 9

Iberico pork

Answer 9

Iberico pork is a premium type of pork known for its unique flavor and texture, originating from the Iberian Peninsula in Spain and Portugal.

It comes from the Black Iberian pig, which roams freely in oak forests and feeds on acorns and herbs.

This natural diet contributes to the pork’s distinctive nutty flavor and abundant marbling.