Category Archives: Cooking and Eating

A large piece of meat flame grilled on the BBQ

The perfect summer BBQ

The summer BBQ season is fast approaching. So today on the blog, we’re sharing some tips and tricks, to help your BBQ go without a hitch...
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Galloway cows in a field of green grass

5 reasons you should be eating high-welfare organic beef from Downfield Farm

Farmed meat can be bought at alarmingly low prices. This is great for the bank account, but consider the old phrase, ‘buy cheap, buy twice’. Why is the meat so ...
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A steak pie ready to serve

Try a venison steak pie this Hogmanay

Who has heard of having a venison steak pie at Hogmanay? A Scottish Hogmanay can be one of a few things. Some take to the streets and party with wild abandon ...
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Venison meat steak with vegetables

5 reasons to eat venison

Venison is growing in popularity. What was once seen as an elite food has become accessible to all. Here on Downfield Farm, we produce and sell ...
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View of Downfield Farm in Fife at summertime

Scottish venison: Why buy local?

It’s so important to buy local produce wherever possible. By putting money into local businesses, you are helping to strengthen your local community ...
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Venison meat steak with vegetables

The health benefits of venison

As people strive to eat healthier, more nutritious foods, they are discovering a delicious alternative to beef and other red meats. Venison, or deer meat, is lean ...
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