Launceston Farm at Meatopia

So it took us time to pluck up the courage but Jimi and I made the trip to the big city for one of our smokiest dates to date.  Meatopia is a call to arms for anyone who loves meat; butchers, chefs, farmers, artisans.  This giant BBQ meat feast – everything is cooked over wood or charcoal – takes place over two days, which are spent sampling the wares of over 25 producers each day as well as a host of craft beef, cider and wine producers.

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Originally formulated in the USA – no surprises there – pioneering butchers Turner & George bought the concept to the UK three years ago and haven’t looked back.   We met some legendary chefs and producers with a passion for beef to rival Jimi’s.

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If you missed it this year, don’t make the same mistake again.