A couple questions (forgive me if these are not strictly inline with the groups purpose - I will understand if the post needs to be deleted):
1. Is there a...
Julie M. replied:
Here are the guidelines for Certifications that pertain to humane treatment of animals in Canada http://cfhs.ca/farm/humane_labelling_in_canada
Tsu N. replied:
"Kobe beef" has to be stall-fed beef of a certain breed, raised in a certain manner, in a certain location: "to beef from the Tajima strain of Wagyu cattle, raised in Japan's Hyogo Prefecture according to rules as set out by the Kobe Beef Marketing and Distribution Promotion Association." "Wagyu" is the breed or breeds, and in the USA are often crossed with Angus. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wagyu
Tsu N. replied:
Very detailed discussion - if you are paying less than $200 for the steak, it's probably NOT Kobe beef. http://www.buedelmeatup.com/2012/12/04/the-difference-between-kobe-and-wagyu-beef/
Matt E. replied:
1) humane treatment where? On the farm/ ranch - there is very little oversight. USDA inspectors and veterinarians are overseeing basics at feedlots or slaughert handling / holding. For the USA options: https://www.nal.usda.gov/awic/certification-programs
Sara S. replied:
There is a goat dairy I drive bu that uses http://certifiedhumane.org/
Julie M. replied:
I regards to your question about Kobe beef. What you are buying, probably isn't it. https://www.thestar.com/life/food_wine/2012/04/27/kobe_beef_in_canada_isnt_what_you_think_it_is.html
Julie M. replied:
This is another article, from Forbes http://www.forbes.com/sites/larryolmsted/2012/04/12/foods-biggest-scam-the-great-kobe-beef-lie/#306175 b834 d7
Fathers day is around the corner.... Does anyone know of a good seafood buffet or restaurant to take one of the greatest dads to???
Quynh G. replied:
Pechanga Casino Buffet. AYCE crab legs! Yum. Plus something for everybody. Their food never disappoint. Take a few extra mins to sign up for their players card if you don't already have one. It will get you a few extra $ off the meal price.
Aurora C. replied:
Thank you, Christine Genthe! My son is a sushi lover. We haven't tried The Luxe Buffet. Thanks for the info!
Sharilyn L. replied:
Jeff Graffham has a good suggestion MB and if you change your mind you can buy excellent seafood there and cook it at home.
Any recommendations for a good restaurant for dinner tonight in manhattan?
Michelle L. replied:
Here you go!! Go get a cannoli!!! http://www.sangennaro.org/
Judith S. replied:
Becco by Lydia Bastianich...have fun! I am jealous...San Gennaro feast is so fun too...just eat there:)....French Culinary Institute has a great restaurant too....City Crab...
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