Game On: Seasonal Venison & Pheasant Recipes Worth Trying

When game season rolls around, it’s a butcher’s dream. Lean, earthy, and packed with flavour, venison and pheasant offer a delicious break from your usual cuts. Whether you’re new to game or a returning fan, here’s your guide to cooking it right.

 

🦌 Why Try Game?

• Lean and high-protein

• Naturally free-range and ethical

• Deep, complex flavour

 

🍷 Venison Steaks with Juniper & Red Wine

 

You’ll need:

• 2 venison haunch steaks

• Juniper berries, garlic, rosemary

• Red wine & stock for sauce

Method:

1. Marinate steaks in crushed juniper, garlic & oil (2 hrs)

2. Sear in hot pan, 2–3 mins per side

3. Deglaze with red wine, add stock, reduce into sauce

4. Serve with celeriac mash or roasted beetroot

 

🦚 Pheasant & Cider Casserole

 

You’ll need:

• 1 pheasant (jointed or boned)

• Apples, onions, cider, thyme, cream

Method:

1. Brown pheasant in butter

2. Add onions, sliced apples, thyme

3. Pour over cider, cover, and simmer 1 hour

4. Stir in cream just before serving

 

Rich and comforting, perfect for autumn or winter weekends.

🧡 Butcher’s Note:

We only source wild, seasonal game — no farmed imitations. Speak to us about availability, prep, or jointing requests.