I got the impression that he wanted not just good quality, but “natural,” sustainably raised, etc. a la Niman Ranch. Niman actually makes quite a few deli meats, including a couple of kinds of salami, proscuitto, and... (9 replies, last updated by Melanie Wong March 28, 2006)

of writeups with specific dish recommendations, including mine. If no one has mentioned the Chong Qing chicken yet, I had it last week and it’s fabulous, chunks of dry-fried chicken that you pick out from a huge pile of... (7 replies, last updated by Bryan Loofbourrow October 12, 2003)

Does anyone snow where to buy quality USDA Choice meat on line? We have so little time to shop and I really like to cook. (1 reply, last updated by The Chowhound Team December 27, 2004)

I wonder what is in store at Rick’s Thurdsay I hope he has the Smoke Chicken which I have never tried? (1 reply, last updated by Dr. Biggles July 26, 2005)

Can anyone tell me where I could find great (okay, pretty good would do) BBQ in SF or the East Bay where they use hormone and antibiotic free meats? (6 replies, last updated by try this May 9, 2005)

I hope this is not out of line with the Chowhound rules. Cole Valley is in need of a good fish & meat market and other items. I know Bryans and Andronico’s are somewhat near by but not close enough, Bryans at least has good... (8 replies, last updated by Denise B February 11, 2004)

doesn’t mean you can show up a day later and expect it to be there. Reserve and show up on time, or lose. Rick’s Quality Meats 510.233.9390 1600 Liberty Street El Cerrito, CA 94530 ps – get yourself one of the... (10 replies, last updated by Shep July 21, 2005)

went by to the market and found out they no longer can smoke any meat for the time being. quote" health department diapproved the existing smoker". barbeque meat will be still available. (12 replies, last updated by Dr. Biggles November 18, 2005)

i believe i had seen rabbit meat recently at bryan's meat market on california in laurel village. (5 replies, last updated by tunabelly June 29, 2004)

Hey there! I’m interested in places to buy professional quality products (produce, fish, meat, etc.). I am familiar with the Ferry Building,,,anywhere else? Also, the location if a great Asian Market. Thanks!!!!! (4 replies, last updated by indychef February 24, 2007)

in SF and Corte Madera, Bryan's has excellent fish, meat, etc. (13 replies, last updated by Foodrat January 18, 2006)

was there today and some couple was poking around, looking at buying. Apparently he’s had it up for sale for a long time, maybe more than a year. I stopped by on Monday and heard the news. The health board forced him to... (11 replies, last updated by rworange September 4, 2006)

texture to hold it together and give you something to chew on. Not like undercooked brisket that can snap right back out of your mowf. In other words, it was really fricken good. We figured the difference in smokyness was due to... (11 replies, last updated by Sausage King August 15, 2005)

searching your boards, I’ve whittled down the choices to Drewes Bros., Bryan's, Golden Gate Meat Company and Little City (unless someone knows of a great butcher farther north into wine country to add to the mix). Probably... (4 replies, last updated by caveatempty December 27, 2006)

It’s steak night in the greater Bay Area, and I’m looking to pick up some fantastic meat. Places on my radar: Bryan's Whole Foods Harris' (has anyone bought meat to go from here?) Tower (Molly Stones) Market Obviously,... (15 replies, last updated by nc March 3, 2006)