They put their customers first and are proof that natural produce, service and knowledge are a formidable combination. - Sir Richard Branson

Lidgate's... the best bird you can buy; a good turkey reared well is what makes all the difference. - Nigella Lawson

A good butcher shop is part of a community - a place of knowledge and trust. Founded in 1870, Lidgate's is a 160-year-old family business that has become a treasured landmark in London's Holland Park.

Bring their knowledge into your own kitchen with a cookbook that focuses on helping you achieve the best-tasting meat at home. These recipes highlight everything you need to know in order to cook any cut to its optimum flavour. Rather than a lengthy farm manual, or a nose-to-tail guide to eating, you'll find simple ingredient pairings, creative ideas for every occasion and secrets of the trade.