Transform Your Cooking Journey with Fine Food Specialist: A Quest for Premium Ingredients
As the world becomes more of a global village and time a scarce resource, it becomes difficult to find fresh food products. Most passionate food lovers enjoy the fantastic taste and mouth feel that makes their food special but lack ideas on how to obtain them. This is where a unique culinary venture fits in to play, changing the way they get quality food products.
Fine Food Specialist was established in 2010 by a Michelin-trained chef Drogo Montagu. His entry into the land of gourmet ingredients was after he was struck by a disabling disease which forced him to set out in search of the finest foodie products in order to make them available to everyone. Drogo Olé focused on restaurants throughout Europe so he refined his passion and identified how particularly niche and specific quality ingredients are. Having worked in the food industry since he was 19, he brings his passion for great food to Fine Food Specialist in every aspect.
Indeed, the company has grown a lot from the initial stage when Drogo was the only employee who ordered and delivered goods by bike in London. Today, Fine Food Specialist has a great professional staff of more than 20 employees that work from a modern warehouse located in New Covent Garden Market. They cater for more than 2000 products for delivery in UK and worldwide and are always in the lookout for the next foodie ingredient. Drogo’s Kitchen was created two years ago as a personal blog that provides recipes and ideas as well as encourages people to discuss the great products available.
Indulge in the Luxurious Tenderness of Wagyu Beef
Priding itself as one of the world’s premier meat, Wagyu beef is extremely tender, juicy and known for it’s incredible fatty tissue. But what really puts Wagyu in such stratosphere? The answer is in the structure of intramuscular fat that forms an incredibly tender and highly flavoured meat. Starting with certain Japanese cattle strains such as Tajima in the case of Kobe beef, Wagyu is then carefully bred and fed enhanced healthy diets and kept in low stress environments all in order to produce this tender of beef. This is why Wagyu is not only food but a delicacy; In Japan, there are several laws that guarantee a pure lineage and quality of the animal.
Wagyu Steak Experience Gift Set
Be ready to level up your dinner experience with the Wagyu Steak Gift Set – a set of tools that will help you make the best out of your culinary experience. Designed for food lovers who are eager to try the tastiest and most tender meat, this collection reveals the secrets of the best Wagyu and will take you on a gastronomic trip.
Treat yourself to the unparalleled softness and fattiness of their Wagyu Chuck Denver Steak – a cut that is tender and full of the juicy fattiness of Wagyu beef. To augment your appreciation of their Chimichurri butter, it is a mixture of herbs and spices with subdued butter richer in quality which, when added will give a zesty feel to the juicy steak. Step up your game with the Laguiole steak knife, it honors sharpness and fine art of French culinary culture, to cut through the tender Wagyu as. Everything is well displayed in their Fine Food Specialist Box which underlines the sophistication and the gourmet nature of this gift set.
Experience the Wagyu indulgence with their Wagyu Steak Gift Set, which is a description of tantalizing tastes and well-designed culinary treat that will make your dinner most envious. Starting with the divine richness of the Wagyu Chuck Denver Steak followed by the explosion of the Chimichurri butter this set is all about it! Experience the high end of Wagyu and delight yourself or the receiver of the gift with this exquisite set.
Details
- This Wagyu Gift Set includes:
- 1 Wagyu Chuck Denver Steak BMS 6-7, Frozen, +/-300g
- 1 x Chimichurri Butter, from Frozen, 90g
- 1 x Laguiole Steak Knife
- 1 x Fine Food Specialist Box
Come and pamper yourself today! Enjoy the luxury of premium beef by ordering Wagyu Steak Gift Set.
Butcher’s Wagyu Box, +/-1.4kg
Taste the best of their Wagyu Box cuts – a perfect gift for any food enthusiast. This special and selected box is comprised of Bavette, Chuck Denver, Short Rib, and a premium bone marrow butter to enhance your meal. The Bavette steak, that is widely used in French cuisine, has an excellent taste and rather low price. This flank cut has a high fat content, which makes it tasty and guarantees that it dissolves in the mouth.
To increase the measure of kindness to it, try pounding it with a steak hammer or a rolling pin and soaking it in thyme olive oil for 48 hours. A few minutes in a hot pan followed by a rest coaxes the best out of this tasty piece of meat. The Wagyu Chuck Denver steak should not be missed, which comes from below the shoulder blade of the cow. This is one of the less used muscles and is ideal for grilling in that the fat content melts during the grilling to produce succulent and tasty meat.
When it comes to their Wagyu short ribs you will not find anything that can compare to it. They are well known for their tenderness, especially when slow cooked over a low flame, the fat in the meat dissolves while the juices are locked in the meat. For an added bonus, you may baste with marinade or sticky glaze in a hot oven for a great finish.
Details
- This box includes:
- Wagyu Beef Short Rib, BMS 4-5, Frozen, +/-600g – 1
- Wagyu Chuck Denver Steak, BMS 6-7, Frozen, +/-300g – 1
- Wagyu ‘Bavette’ Flank Steak, BMS 6-7, Frozen, +/- 500g x 1
- 200g Bone Marrow Butter, Frozen x 1
Wagyu Filet Mignon, BMS 6-7, Frozen, +/-150g
Savor the most delicious and soft cut of meat in Wagyu Filet Mignon that comes with the BMS 6-7 rating for an unforgettable taste of marbled meat. This exquisite cut is tender, very soft in texture with a succulent feel and a full bodied taste. The tenderness of the lean meat and the natural sweetness of the fat taken together makes it a very unusual and enjoyable meal. During cooking the fat melts and guarantees that each Wagyu steak is tender and succulent, and the texture is very smooth when eaten. Experience exquisitely juicy bites with perfect fattiness, that is why this filet mignon is a perfect option for all fans of steaks.
When cooked in order to prepare Wagyu Filet Mignon, there are some approaches that can enhance the prestige taste and tenderness of this food. Pan-searing is grilling over red-hot flames to achieve a brown surface crust before roasting to achieve a tender inside. Grilling gives the characteristic grill marks; use direct heat to brown the food and indirect heat to cook the food. Sous vide means accurate temperature control, then a flame to char the food for a few seconds. Broiling is also very fast and the end product has a grilled surface while a cast-iron skillet is by frying in hot butter and herbs.
While serving, a red wine reduction should accompany your filet to give it a sharp taste. Its appropriate side dishes are truffle mashed potatoes for addition of rich taste, grilled asparagus for freshness and rich creamy spinach. The garlic butter mushrooms sauté can intensify umami here, and Bordeaux or Cabernet Sauvignon, will enhance the fattiness of the meat, making dining a luxurious affair. Enjoy every bite!
Details
- Origin: UK
- Weight: +/-150g
- Storage: Keep frozen.
- Shelf Life: 2 days from the time it has been thawed provided it was refrigerated.
- Cooking Suggestions: Pan-frying, grill, sous vide, broil or cast-iron skillet cooking.
- Serving Suggestions: Best served with red wine sauce, truffle mashed potato, grilled asparagus, creamy spinach or garlic butter mushroom. Best to be served with Bordeaux or Cabernet Sauvignon red wine.
Wagyu Skirt Steak (Vacio), BMS 6-7, Frozen, +/-450g
Learn more about the exquisite Wagyu Skirt Steak (Vacio), top quality that is famous for its delicious taste and soft to the bite, with BMS 6-7. Taken from the inner part of the skirt of the cow, this cut has a fantastic level of intramuscular fat, which makes it juicy and tender when eaten. When well cooked Vacio skirt steak yields a very rich beef taste with hints of sweetness that is typical of the skirt steak. The marbling is a perfect example because it becomes more evident when cooking, and it makes every bite taste of the steak itself.
The Wagyu Tri Tip is a very tender piece of meat which can be grilled, roasted, slow cooked or pan-seared. Grilling is popular, where the steak is seared for a number of minutes on both sides, and the inside remained tender. Instead of deep frying the following can be useful in achieving the crispy outside; pan-sear using a hot cast iron skillet. Broiling is fast and yields foods with a crust on the exterior and tender on the inside. For accuracy the Sous Vide technique of preparation of steak involves vacuuming of steak and cooking it in water maintained at a certain temperature. Last but not the least, thinly Sliced beef stir fried with vegetables against the direction of muscle fiber is a quick and easy meal.
For serving, a chimichurri sauce placed in the plate while preparing the dish takes the outstanding flavor that goes well with the steak. Go best with roasted vegetables such as bell peppers and onions for a delicious smoky flavour and great if a few grilled corn on the cob are tossed in for good measure. Velvety smooth mashed potatoes are added to the dish for a texture that is opposite to crispy and a vinaigrette salad makes the dish less heavy. Lastly, the Wagyu Tri Tip should be accompanied by a strong glass of Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec, to really bring out the tastes of the steak. Have fun cooking!
Details
- Origin: UK
- Weight: +/-450g
- Storage: Keep frozen.
- Shelf Life: 2 days from when it has been thawed providing it was done under refrigeration.
- Cooking Suggestions: Barbecuing, sautéing, broasting, sous vide or wok frying.
- Serving Suggestions: Best served with chimichurri sauce, roasted bell peppers, onions, and mushrooms or grilled corn on cob, creamy mashed potatoes and salad.
Wagyu Tri Tip, BMS 4-5, Frozen, +/-1.2kg
Take your culinary journey to the next level with their Wagyu Tri Tip with a BMS of 4-5. This premium cut is special for its tenderness, juiciness and unique flavor which guarantees that the diner will not experience the ordinary. When preparing your Wagyu Tri Tip here are some techniques on how to cook it to the best: Baking is also a good choice; about 5-7 minutes on each side are desirable before flipping the tri-tip over to get a pretty pinkish color on the inside. After you should remove the proteins from the pan, let the meats sit for a couple of minutes before cutting them against the grain for more tenderness.
If you like it roasted, set your oven at 375°F (190°C). Put the tri-tip on a rack and cook for about 25-30 min making it medium-rare. For more depth, take the meat and cook it on a high heat in a pan and then put it in the oven. Another great technique is sous vide. Wagyu Tri Tip should be cooked at 130°F (54°C) for 2-3 hours and then, on the final stage, sear it quickly on a hot grill or in a hot pan to get a nice crust.
For getting your wagyu beef served, take it to the next level and complement it with red wine to add more flavors to your dish, you should go for Cabernet Sauvignon or Malbec wines. For an extra creamy twist, add a spoonful of herb butter into each serving and blend it with minced garlic, thyme and rosemary. For side dishes, grilled vegetables like asparagus, bell peppers and zucchinis are nice accompaniments to the meal and also gives your plate a brighter presentation. For the best dining accompaniment, serve the tri-tip with some creamy mashed potatoes since they are creamy in nature will be craved against the richness of the Wagyu. Happy eating!
Details
- Origin: UK
- Weight: +/- 1.2kg
- Shelf Life: 6 months from delivery if frozen properly.
- Storage: Keep frozen. Thawed meat should be consumed within three days of having been thawed.
- Cooking Suggestions: Barbeque, bake or use the sous vide technique.
- Serving Suggestions: Complements red wine, herb butter, grilled vegetables or creamy mashed potato extremely well.
Savor the finest Wagyu Tri Tip, BMS 4-5 and turn your next meal into a savoring one!
Elevate Your Culinary Journey with Fine Food Specialist
Fine Food Specialist encourages you to embrace a higher level of culinary journey that is achieved through an appreciation of those ingredients that take every dish to the next level. This business was started by a Michelin trained chef Drogo Montagu with a passion for sourcing the best quality food products to meet his personal requirement and has grown to become a UK’s premier food importer and distributor of more than 2000 food products for UK and export markets. The company’s obsession is reflected in the quality of its position, its best-seller Wagyu beef, famous for its marbled texture and flavor. Thus, with Wagyu Steak Gift Set including deliciously marbled Chuck Denver Steak, Chimichurri butter, and a Laguiole steak knife, you are ready to make some great home dining experiences.
