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Bolognese Meatball Blend

Bolognese Meatball Blend

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Sweet Italian Sausage

Sweet Italian Sausage

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Berkshire Pork Chops

Berkshire Pork Chops

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Hot Italian Pork Sausage

Hot Italian Pork Sausage

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Ground Pork

Ground Pork

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Hardwood Smoked Bacon, 1 lb Packs

Hardwood Smoked Bacon, 1 lb Packs

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Saucisson Sec, Dufour

Saucisson Sec, Dufour

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Pork Butt, Boneless

Pork Butt, Boneless

$4.92

Pork Belly

Pork Belly

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Pork Loin, Boneless

Pork Loin, Boneless

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Pork Loin Cutlets, Boneless

Pork Loin Cutlets, Boneless

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Corte’s Chorizo Sausage
Corte’s Chorizo Sausage

Corte’s Chorizo Sausage

$6.77

Cheese and Parsley Sausage

Cheese and Parsley Sausage

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Beginner’s Guide to Selecting and Cooking Lamb in NYC

Beginner’s Guide to Selecting and Cooking Lamb in NYC

by seoteam3 consulting on May 14 2026
Lamb is an excellent alternative to beef, balancing rich flavor and juicy tenderness while being leaner and packing more healthy fats than beef. Although it's a staple in many European dishes, lamb is the underdog of the American meat market.
What’s Behind the Cut: The Iconic New York Strip

What’s Behind the Cut: The Iconic New York Strip

by seoteam3 consulting on May 13 2026
 New York strip is served at a wide range of restaurants, from local diners to fine-dining establishments, making it a popular and versatile steak enjoyed by many across the nation. However, how much do you know about this well-loved cut? Below, we examine what makes New York strip an iconic steak, along with how to select and prepare it at home like a chef. Where Does New York Strip Come From? New York strip comes from the loin subprimal, which is where some of the most tender beef cuts can be found. Located directly behind the rib muscles, the loin subprimal is where popular cuts like the sirloin, short loin, tenderloin, top sirloin, and bottom sirloin come from. New York strip is part of the short loin, making it one of the most tender cuts of beef you can buy. How New York Strip Got Its Name Legend has it that the New York strip got its name when Delmonico's, a legendary restaurant in New York City, added this cut to its menu in the 1800s. The name stuck, and the rest is history. Though New York strip is by far this cut's most commonly used name, it's also known as Delmonico steak, ambassador steak, or Kansas City strip.  What Makes New York Strip Unique? New York strip is perfectly balanced: it offers tenderness without sacrificing the substantial, beefy flavor of other, less tender cuts. This versatility makes it popular among home cooks and restaurant chefs alike. While it’s soft and tender, it is slightly firmer than other loin cuts like filet mignon. New York strip has a distinctive, satisfying texture, and moderate marbling adds to its chew. This results in a flawless blend of robust beef flavor, tenderness, and juiciness How to Select New York Strip The key to selecting a great New York strip is to purchase it from a high-quality NYC butcher shop, like Piccinini Bros. in New York City. We custom cut and trim your meat exactly the way you want, so you always get the cut, portions, and weight you're looking for without settling. Look for cuts that are vibrant red in color and have bright white fat streaks throughout (not just on the edges). You should select a cut that’s at least one-inch thick for even cooking and to allow the fat deposits to dissolve adequately. How Should New York Strip Be Cooked? New York Strip is versatile and can be cooked in many ways. No matter which preparation method you prefer, let the cut sit out for a few minutes before you cook it, and pat dry to remove excess moisture. Also, use an internal meat thermometer to ensure your steak is at your desired level of doneness. Here are a few of the most popular ways to cook New York strip: Butter Basting Cooking steak indoors is super easy. Get a well-seasoned cast-iron skillet hot and sear the steak on both sides. Then, melt a  blend of butter, garlic, thyme, and rosemary in the skillet and spoon over the steak to butter baste the meat. Continuously tilt the pan to allow the butter to dissolve into the steak. For a thicker cut, you can place the skillet in the oven afterward to finish it off. Broiling Paul Vaccari, owner of Piccinini Bros. butcher shop in NYC, prefers this steak preparation method, especially when cooking at home in his  New York City apartment. Place your first oven rack at least 6 inches below the broiler element and turn the broiler on to preheat. Then, line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place your steaks in the center of the pan, season generously with salt and pepper. Once the broiler is preheated, place the sheet in the oven and cook, flipping the steaks every 2–3 minutes for even cooking, until they reach your preferred internal temperature. Marinating You can also marinate New York strip and shred it for recipes like steak fajitas, tacos, kebabs, and stir-fries. Marinate in your preferred flavor blend for 2 to 4 hours before cooking. Be careful not to marinate the cut for too long, or it will become so fall-apart tender that it will be difficult to cook properly. Grilling Grilling is a classic way to serve New York strip. Put your grill on high heat (around 400–450°). Once the grill is heated, place your steak directly on the grill and flip every few minutes. Continuously check the temperature to determine when it’s time to take it off the heat; don't solely focus on the cook time. What Is The Best Way To Season New York Strip? When you choose a high-quality steak like those from our butcher shop in NYC, it’s best to keep the seasonings simple. All you need is some kosher salt, cracked black pepper, and maybe a little garlic. Should You Get A Bone-In Or Boneless New York Strip? It’s a slight point of contention within the meat community about whether a “traditional” New York strip should be bone-in or boneless. Some argue that bone-in New York strip is really Kansas City strip. In New York and surrounding areas, New York strip is often served boneless. However, each type has its own distinct flavor profile, so we recommend trying both to see which you like best. We have both types at our butcher shop in NYC, so you can easily try them and decide for yourself. Get Your New York Strip At An Authentic Butcher Shop in NYC We’re an artisanal butcher shop in NYC that’s been around since 1922. We know meat, and we know this city. There’s nothing like the real deal! That’s why we’re proud to supply the finest restaurants in New York City with high-quality meat. Now, you can enjoy the same restaurant-quality cuts at home, including New York strip. Whether you’re grilling outside or cooking indoors, we have the perfect cut for you, trimmed to your exact specifications. Order online, stop by our shop in Hell’s Kitchen, or call us today at 212-246-8277 to place your order.
Dry Aged Beef: Is It the Real Deal or Hype?

Dry Aged Beef: Is It the Real Deal or Hype?

by seoteam3 consulting on May 07 2026
New York Dry-aged beef is popular with the city's top chefs for a good reason. By utilizing a perfected preservation process that's been around for over a hundred years and artisan-quality care, every dry-aged beef cut is a custom culinary masterpiece that instantly becomes any beef connoisseur's new favorite steak. So, is dry-aged beef worth the hype? Below, we discuss what makes dry-aged beef the real deal and how you can prepare dry-aged meat at home. What Is Dry Aging, Exactly? Creating dry-aged beef in New York is a process that slowly removes moisture from the meat by exposing it to constant air in a well-ventilated, highly controlled environment. Eliminating moisture in the beef enhances its natural flavors, giving it an intense beefy flavor, deep-red appearance, and tender texture that's distinctive from other aging methods. Dry aging has been around for over a hundred years and was the preferred meat-aging method before refrigeration was regularly available in most homes. During those times, people would hang their slaughtered meat in dark sheds during the winter. The constant airflow from wind and near-freezing temperatures tenderized the meat and naturally refrigerated it. Today, expert meat purveyors and butchers perform dry aging in highly controlled conditions to ensure a sterile, consistent environment to create a perfectly-aged cut.   What Does New York Dry-Aged Beef Taste Like? Removing excess moisture from the meat intensifies its natural flavor and texture, giving it a rich, intense beefy flavor and butter-like tenderness. Dry-aged beef is also often described as having a nutty flavor. Paul Vaccari, owner of Piccinini Bros, says that dry-aged beef has a distinct, strong flavor that is becoming more popular, but can be too strong for some, depending on the number of days the meat is aged. “You either like it or you don’t,” Paul says.       The Dry Aging Process Step By Step At Piccinini Bros., our artisanal butcher shop in New York City, our beef is dry-aged in small batches in our on-site aging room, allowing us to monitor each cut individually. Here's how the dry aging process works: 1. Meat is Selected Picking the right cut is the key to a great dry-aged steak. Beef cuts with high-fat deposits, collagen, and marbling are the best choices for dry aging. Bone-in cuts are also excellent choices, as these cuts have more collagen around the bone than other beef cuts. 2. Cut Placed in Dry Aging Room Dry-aging rooms are highly controlled environments that ensure your meat is aged safely and follows the proper technique. Our dry-aging room is sealed and features 360° air vents strategically placed throughout, providing full coverage and constant airflow. The room is climate-controlled, maintaining a temperature between 33° and 38°F and 80-90% humidity to prevent bacteria from growing while ensuring the meat won’t freeze. 3. Moisture Evaporation & Tenderization We dry-age our beef for at least 28 days and up to 45 days. During this time, moisture is extracted from the cut through constant air exposure, leaving only the hearty protein and fat deposits. Dry-aged meat can lose up to 20% of its water weight, leaving a highly concentrated flavor and fat streaks that dissolve into the meat during cooking, providing melt-in-your-mouth tenderness. 4. Pellicle Formation As the connective tissue and collagen break down, a distinct, crusty outer layer forms over the meat. This crust, called the pellicle, creates a natural barrier between the meat's outer layer and its tender, deep-red interior. The pellicle forms into a hard, mahogany-colored crust that protects the meat inside from spoilage. Similar to the fungus that forms on bleu cheese, the pellicle layer helps tenderize the meat while preventing dangerous pathogens from spoiling the cut. 5. Trimming and Prep for Pick Up After reaching the ideal aging time you’ve preselected, our butchers will prepare your cut for pick up. We’ll slice off the pellicle layer, revealing a beautiful, vibrant red cut with yellowish fat deposits that is surprisingly soft and ready for cooking. Then, we’ll custom trim your cut to your exact specifications so it’s perfect for the meal you’re preparing.  6. Prepare At Home When you get a premium cut like dry-aged steak, the prep process does all the work. Simply add a bit of your favorite seasoning blend – we’re partial to just salt and pepper here – and cook your meat to your desired temperature with your preferred cooking method, whether you want to grill out or sear on the stovetop. Best Cuts For Dry Aging Dry aging is best suited for beef cuts with high marbling. The fat streaks not only contribute to the meat's robust flavor but also protect other parts of the meat during dry aging. Ideal beef cuts for dry aging include: ●      Ribeye ●      T-Bone ●      Tomahawk ●      Porterhouse ●      New York Strip ●      Sirloin New York City Wagyu beef is also an excellent choice for dry aging, as its high marbling content helps keep the meat tender and protects it from bacterial growth. Why Is Dry-Aged Beef More Expensive? Dry aging takes significant time and dedication to ensure the beef ages properly without spoiling. When you purchase dry-aged steaks and beef from a local butcher shop like Piccinini Bros., your cut is expertly handled by our artisanal butchers. Our on-site, small dry-aging room allows us to continuously monitor the process so you get exactly what you want. The result is a carefully crafted, restaurant-quality piece of beef, which is reflected in the price. Piccinini Bros: Dry Aged Beef In New York The key to a great piece of dry-aged beef in New York City is choosing an experienced, artisanal butcher like Piccinini Bros. We hand-select and carefully craft each piece of dry-aged beef to your specifications, so you get exactly what you're looking for. Shop our extensive selection of dry-aged beef online, call 212-246-8277, or stop by our store in Hell's Kitchen to order your dry-aged steak today.  

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