A Fresh Start: Eating Well This January with Your Local Butcher & Grocer

After a December full of roasts, rich meals, and plenty of cookies, January feels like a chance to reset. At our family butcher shop and grocery, we love this season because it’s not about restriction — it’s about balance, comfort, and starting the new year with food that makes you feel good.

Lighter Cuts, Big Flavor

January doesn’t mean giving up on flavor. Some of our go-to cuts for lighter but satisfying meals include:

• Chicken breasts & thighs — lean, versatile, and perfect for sheet-pan dinners.

• Pork tenderloin — tender, quick to cook, and excellent with roasted winter veggies.

• Ground turkey or chicken — a lighter swap in chili, burgers, or stuffed peppers.

Butcher’s Tip: Marinating lean cuts adds flavor without adding heaviness. Citrus, herbs, and olive oil are your best friends this month.

Cozy Winter Comforts

Eating lighter doesn’t mean giving up on comfort food. In fact, January is soup and stew season:

• Chicken noodle soup for when you need something restorative.

• Beef and barley stew that warms you through on a snowy day.

• Turkey chili for a hearty but lean weeknight dinner.

Stop by our shop for soup bones, fresh stock ingredients, and the perfect cuts to simmer low and slow.

Seasonal Produce Pairings

We also stock plenty of fresh produce that pairs beautifully with winter meals:

• Root vegetables like carrots, parsnips, and potatoes.

• Leafy greens like kale and cabbage.

• Citrus fruits that brighten up any dish.

Pairing seasonal produce with butcher cuts helps you eat well and stretch your dollar.

Catering for a Healthier Year

If your New Year’s resolution is less stress in the kitchen, let us help. Our catering team can provide prepared meals, office lunches, or trays of lighter options so you can eat well without the hassle.

A Year of Good Food Ahead

From lean meats to hearty soups, from fresh produce to catering that makes life easier — we’re here to help you kick off the year on the right foot. Here’s to a 2025 filled with health, happiness, and good food shared around the table.

From our family to yours — Happy New Year!