Make Biltong at home May 21, 2026Daniel Alsen Danish cook and butcher Mikkel Borre puts his own stamp on the South African classic — swapping malt vinegar for red wine vinegar, adding Worcestershire sauce, and layering in ginger...
Curing Meat Before Drying: How to Cure Meat at Home February 22, 2026Daniel Alsen Curing is the step that decides everything the drying stage can do. How to cure meat with salt, vinegar and spice: how long to leave it, how much salt, how...
Dried and Cured Meats Around the World: From Prosciutto to Biltong February 22, 2026Daniel Alsen Every cured meat in the world started with the same problem: a whole animal and no way to keep it. This is a country-by-country tour of how those traditions solved...
How to Dry-Age Meat at Home, from Beef to Wild Game February 22, 2026Daniel Alsen Counting days tells you almost nothing about aged meat. Temperature multiplied by time is what actually counts, and that is what day degrees measure. Inside: how hanging works, how long...
The Rich History of Pancetta: Italy's Beloved Cured Meat January 23, 2026Daniel Alsen Discover the fascinating history of pancetta, from its ancient Roman origins in central Italy to its essential role in classic Italian cuisine. Learn about traditional production methods, popular recipes, and...