(Micah Hewitt: butcher and our teacher for the night – showing us how it’s done)
During Good Food Month we were very lucky to be invited to attend a Sausage Making Masterclass with specialty butchers, Hudson Meats.
The Boutique butcher and Deli originally hailing from Sydney had just opened its doors in Toorak and this was a lovely introduction to their new premises in Melbourne, their amazing products (gourmet ingredients), staff and expertise.
(The ingredients close up – seasoning and prime Pork mince (80%) with Pork back fat (20%) )
We started the night being treated to a delicious antipasto with a range of Hudson’s own cured meats and deli items, all matched with some very fine wine. Then the fun began as our teacher and butcher Micah Hewitt began teaching us the art of master sausage making giving us a demonstration then guiding us through the process as we made our own sausages from start to finish.
(Getting ready to fill the casings)
Using premium cuts and fresh ingredients provided by Hudson we learnt to prepare the meat and fill the sausage casings.
(There it is – a little sausage!)
We chose a mixture of Paprika, Parsley, Fennel, Garlic and Chilli – and made so many sausages we had to give them away to our family to eat. The feedback was surprising, even from my Father who makes his own, with his seal of traditional Italian sausage making approval we can guarantee that this is a great experience – showing you how a little bit of effort can go a long way.
(Micah ‘linking’ the sausages – simply pinch and twist!)
A Hudson Meats Masterclass like this one would make a great experience to the avid foodie or cook in your life. For upcoming Masterclasses keep your eyes peeled on Hudson Meats’ Events page.
Trading hrs: Monday to Friday 9 am – 7 pm, Saturday & Sunday 9 am – 5pm
Address: Tok H Centre, 459 Toorak Road, Toorak
Ph: (03) 9827 7711
Website: http://www.hudsonmeats.com.au
Twitter: @hudsonmeats
Facebook: Hudson Meats
Please note that prices, product, management or trading hours may have varied since time of review. Our thoughts and opinions are based on our experience only.
