We are proud to supply the community of Inverness and a number of hotels, restaurants and B&B establishments within the City as well as the many customers who come from outwith the city including a London restaurant which has recently won a Steak House Award.
In 1991 the business was awarded membership of the prestigious “Q” Guild of Butchers (a group of like-minded independent butchers who believe passionately about quality in all aspects of the business). The Guild was first established in the late 1980’s with less than 100 members whereas today it has stabilised at around 150 - an elite 2.5% of Britain’s best butchers. Guild membership is only awarded after a rigorous initial audit process which is followed up by a very thorough annual visit. Many "Q" butchers are renowned in the meat trade for their business flair, product innovation, customer service and their willingness to share ideas within the Guild – part of the Q ethos.
The business is also a member of the Scottish Federation of Meat Traders (SFMT) and is registered as one of the Scottish Craft Butchers. The SFMT provides butchers with up to date support and training ensuring members can keep abreast of the latest hygiene and food safety measures to ensure customers can buy with total confidence. Where you see a Scottish Craft Butcher you know there is no better place to get meat that provides quality, taste and value - Your Natural Choice.
A large number of our products have won National and International awards.The shop walls are adorned with some of the many Diamond, Gold, and Silver Diplomas and awards. Some of the most recent winners are:
Best Burger in Scotland – 2004
Scottish Pork Sausage Reserve Champion – 2007
Belfast Style Gammon Bacon – 2009 Diamond award. (Another best in Scotland winner.)
New Award - Best Steak Pie October 2009
We have recently added to our awards tally by being presented with the Champion for The North of Scotland in a National Traditional Steak Pie Competition. Eighty butchers from across the country entered their pies which were tasted by a panel of industry experts and university food technology analysis. The following picture shows Duncan being presented with his award by David Mooney from Wm Swords.
