Meat & Turkey Boxes
We’ve reached the time of year when you might be planning who to invite over for Christmas dinner and what’s to include on the menu. It’s around this time that your local butcher will start taking orders for turkeys and other meats. Get it sorted now, so you can tick that off the list and simply collect your turkey boxes or have them delivered a day or two before the big event.
Why Order Meat & Turkey Boxes from a Local Butcher
The most common questions asked of a butcher in the run-up to Christmas are:
– Where is your meat sourced?
– How should I prepare the turkey or joint?
– Can you advise me on cooking times?
Your local butcher is a font of knowledge. They can tell you about the local farmers they work with or you might even buy direct from the farmer. Either way, it is a great opportunity to be reassured about animal welfare and the distance from farm to fork.
In addition, they are full of top tips on preparation, cooking and resting times, which help you deliver a delicious dinner. If you aren’t a fan of a turkey dinner, they can also offer suggestions for pork, beef, lamb or gammon joints that suit your tastebuds and budget.
Finally, your local butcher is likely to offer all the extras, from pigs in blankets to gravy and chutneys. All can be collected or delivered in one order, helping you to avoid long waits at the supermarket tills on the busiest shopping days of the year!
Is a Turkey Dinner Still Popular?
Some diners have other ideas in mind, including the growing number of vegetarians. However, £13.7 billion was spent on meat in the weeks before Christmas 2023* and whole turkeys, crowns and joints remain the most popular option. As sales of parsnips, sprouts, spuds and gravy also peaked, it suggests plenty of us still enjoy the traditional roast.
Local Butchers for Meat or Turkey Boxes
If you are local to us in Aylesbury, we’d like to recommend two fantastic options for your meat or Turkey boxes:
1. Starveall Turkeys
Starveall Turkeys is based in Upton, a short drive out of Aylesbury. They have been rearing turkeys and geese since 1990 and their welfare standards are described as exemplary. The entire process from caring for the poultry to preparing and selling is undertaken by the small team. Their poultry has received multiple Great Taste awards for being succulent and flavoursome. Their turkey boxes include all the instructions you need to put a fantastic meal on the table.
2. Kings Farm Shop
Kings Farm Shop is based on the outskirts of Wendover. With 40 years of expertise, they have always focused on locally sourced, ethically reared and quality meats with no compromise on taste. Their free-range turkeys and chickens come from a Gold Award winning, family-run farm. In addition, they can tell you exactly where their lamb, beef and pork joints are sourced. For a really easy option, they supply a Christmas Celebration box, with all the meats and gravy needed to feed 10 people.
Robust Cardboard Turkey Boxes
For our part, we supply cardboard meat and turkey boxes to local butchers. These include:
– Hamper-style turkey boxes with an integrated carrier handle.
– Lidded meat boxes with die-cut side handles, which are popular for joints and selection packs.
– Takeaway boxes for smaller orders including pies, cheese selections
The hamper and meat boxes are manufactured from double-walled cardboard to ensure they are sufficiently strong for collection or delivery. We offer various sizes in a choice of white or kraft brown and finishing options include printed branding and/or seasonal message. In addition, we can apply a food-grade, moisture-resistant coating to the inside.
We know that in busy times, space is at a premium, so our meat and turkey boxes are supplied flat pack. In addition, you can order now and request delivery to coincide with when you are starting to box up orders. The single-use boxes are hygienic, plastic-free and can be flattened and disposed of in household recycling bins.
So, if you are a butcher or farmer looking for sustainable packaging, get in touch to find out more about our meat and turkey boxes. Call 01296 436888 or email enquiries@abcbox.co.uk
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