Top 7 Autumn Comfort Meals from the Butcher As the cooler autumn weather arrives, our meals naturally begin to change. Light summer dishes make way for warm, hearty meals that are perfect for cooler evenings and family dinners. Autumn is the season for comforting flavours, slow cooking, and simple meals that bring everyone together. Here […]
Your Local Butcher Answers the Most Common Questions About Meat Buying good-quality meat is only half the story, knowing how to store it, prepare it, and choose the right cut makes all the difference. At Waipawa Butchery, we’re asked questions about meat every single day, so we’ve put together answers to some of the most common […]
Big Flavour on a Budget: How Cheaper Cuts of Meat Make the Best Meals If you’re looking to stretch the meal budget without giving up well balanced, delicious dinners, here’s a secret your local butcher already knows: cheaper cuts of meat taste great — they just need the right cooking method. At Waipawa Butchery, we […]
Sausage, Tomatoe Pasta Bake Serves: 6–8 Prep time: 10 minutes Cook time: 35–40 minutes One dish. Big flavours. Perfect for sharing. Ingredients 6–8 cooked Waipawa Butchery sausages, sliced 500g dried pasta (penne, fusilli, or rigatoni) 2 jars (or approx. 800–1kg) good-quality tomato pasta sauce 2 cups beef or chicken stock (or water) 1 large onion, […]
Catering for Christmas House Guests: Delicious & Budget-Friendly Ideas with Waipawa Butchery The festive season is all about togetherness—long summer evenings, shared meals, and the joy of welcoming friends and whānau into your home. But hosting Christmas house guests can quickly become stressful (and expensive!) if you don’t have a plan. At Waipawa Butchery, we’re […]
Catering for a Crowd This Christmas: How Much to Serve and How to Keep It Simple The festive season is all about good food and great company, but if you’re feeding a crowd, it can be tricky to know just how much to buy. Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ, a long lunch under the […]
Lamb Rissoles with Tzatziki & Flatbread Serves 2 (using 4 lamb rissoles) Ingredients For the lamb rissoles: 4 lamb rissoles 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking) Optional: extra lemon wedges, salad or roasted veg to serve For the tzatziki: 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded (if desired) and finely grated 300 g Greek-style natural yoghurt 2 […]
Lamb Rissoles with Tzatziki & Flatbread Serves 2 (using 4 lamb rissoles) Ingredients For the lamb rissoles: 4 lamb rissoles 1 tbsp olive oil (for cooking) Optional: extra lemon wedges, salad or roasted veg to serve For the tzatziki: 1 large cucumber, peeled, seeded (if desired) and finely grated 300 g Greek-style natural yoghurt 2 […]
Make Christmas Easy with Waipawa Butchery’s Online Meat Deliveries The festive season is a time for celebration, indulgence, and most importantly, sharing delicious food with loved ones. At Waipawa Butchery, we understand that planning Christmas meals can be stressful. That’s why we’re here to make it easier than ever to bring premium, locally sourced meat […]
Meat Boxes Online – Convenient, Affordable & Delivered Nationwide Looking for an easier way to shop for fresh, quality meat? At Waipawa Butchery, we’ve created the perfect solution with our Meat Boxes online. Designed to save you time and money, our Meat Boxes are a convenient, cost-effective way to shop for your household while ensuring […]
