Butchers, Northern Ireland

Butchers sell meat and related products, usually from a shop counter or retail display. Typical stock includes beef, pork, lamb and poultry, with some shops also offering game, offal and speciality or seasonal meats. Products may be sold as individual cuts, joints or whole birds, with options such as steaks, chops, mince and roasting joints to suit different meals and cooking methods. Many butchers prepare meat to order, trimming fat, boning, tying joints or cutting portions to a customer's requirements. They may also make sausages, burgers, meat pies, kebabs and other prepared foods, and provide guidance on suitable cuts, portion sizes and cooking. The range varies between shops; some focus on traditional counter service, while others stock chilled ready-to-cook meals and accompaniments. Butchers must handle, store and label food safely, and may provide information about ingredients and allergens in prepared products.

Map of Butchers Companies in Northern Ireland