That’s the message from Chris Lennon of Radcliffe Butchers of Malew Street in Castletown. Chris or ‘Lenny’ as he is also known is stressing this message following on from National Butchers week that was held between 15 and 20 March.

Radcliffe Butchers has been supplying the highest quality local Manx meat for over 27 years in Castletown and they pride themselves in offering the highest standards of produce, choice and personal service.

Chris commented ” It’s about building up a personal relationship with our customers. We can offer advice on the choice of meat, the right cut and also how you can prepare, carve and serve the meat to ensure that you get most satisfaction from the dish.By supporting your local butcher you are also supporting the Manx farming industry and also the local countryside and whats more, local Manx meats are packed full of flavour.”

So take the time to visit your local butcher or head to Castletown, but if you can’t, then all is not lost as soon you will be able to shop online at www.radcliffebutchers.com

Radcliffe Butchers in Castletown will be holding a Manx Loaghtan Lamb tasting on Saturday 20th February. So make sure you get down to the butchers shop on Malew Street in Castletown for some tasty treats!

All the tasting will be taking place from 10.30am to 12 noon and you will be able to sample some delicious meats plus also have the opportunity to chat with the Island’s main producer of this uniquely Manx product. Farmer George Steriopolus will be on hand to answer any questions you have about the Isle of Man’s most famous breed of sheep and what it is that makes this healthy locally produced lamb so special

If you want to know more just call Zoe Thompson at Radcliffe Butchers on: 01624 822271.

I have a few things happening that Saturday but I am going to do my best and get down there – ohhhh I love it a bit of Manx Loaghtan sausage!