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The festive season has come to an end and we’re all recovering from the decadent meals and feasts that we indulged in during Christmas and New Year.

While our bellies may still be full, our wallets usually tell a different story this time of year. After all the lavish gift-buying and shopping, our bank accounts need to recover as well.

While Christmas traditions vary from country to country, one tradition remains the same all over the globe – Celebrating the festive season with a feast of delicious food with family and friends.

A delicious pork roast is welcome any day but is most commonly served for Sunday lunch or during the festive season.

Since it’s not a dish that we eat regularly, many feel lost on how to cook up a roast for their family or friends. So how can you guarantee the perfect roasted pork?

Peking duck has a rich history spanning centuries and is one of Beijing’s most famous and delicious meals to date. It is also referred to by other names, such as ‘Beijing duck’ or simply ‘Roast duck’.

If you consider yourself an adventurous eater, then you must try exotic meats at least once in your life. While you venture in for the novel experience, you might just stay for the unique flavour and texture.

If you’re a fervent meat lover, chances are that you’ve heard of the incredible Sashi Beef. Considered the European version of the Japanese Wagyu Beef, it is a strong contender among its peers.

When you ask meat lovers what their favourite steaks are, ribeye always makes their list of top picks. The ribeye is renowned all around the world as the king of flavour and has long been known as the icon of steaks. From meat aficionados to casual meat eaters, we’ve all heard about this cut and here’s what the fuss is all about.

On the hunt for the ultimate burger here in Malta? Check out our 4 elite burgers, a cut above anything else on the market.

USDA beef is acclaimed to be one of the finest quality cuts available on the Maltese market. Yet, many people are unaware that there are a total of 8 different grades of USDA beef – which vary greatly in both quality and taste.

As winter kicks in, the cold weather ignites our appetite for a hearty, home-cooked roast meal. A versatile cooking method, slow-cooked roasts enable the use of a wide selection of meats; making these roasts a truly interesting dish for any die-hard foodie.

Let’s face it – at some point in our lives, each and every one of us has made a massive hash of their beautiful steak! We’ve highlighted the 6 most common steak-mistakes, to make sure you never commit any one of these sins again, and enjoy each and every of your La Boucherie steaks to the full.

Getting exactly what you want from a butcher shop can sometimes be challenging. So, follow these 8 tips and tricks – and you’ll never have to worry about this problem again!