We’ll begin this hands-on class by demonstrating how to split sides of pork into primals, subprimals, retail, and charcuterie cuts using French, Italian, and American styles of butchery. Students will then divide into two groups work on butchering the remaining side of pork and primals with help from a CMC instructor. By the end of class, the students will have broken the pig down into cookable cuts like ribs, tenderloins, ham roasts, chops, and coppas. This class is hosted by Local Foods, who will be providing some delicious locally sourced charcuterie and cheese and beer at the end of the class. Each student will take home 15-20# of local meat from the animal we butcher in class.
The CMC is doing things a little differently in 2025! We will be offering quarterly, long form workshops, each focused on a different protein. These will be in-depth, feature sessions by collaborators including local chefs and butchers, and include meals and refreshments. Each workshop will include hands-on butchery instruction with a small class size, as always! Our next workshop will be on April 05, 2025 and will feature lamb. Tickets are now live!
In the meantime, if you’re looking to learn from us, please reach out to mccullough@chicagomeatcollective.com to inquire about private classes. You can view some private class options here.
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