Uncommon Cuts

The everyday beef, pork and chicken can get tiresome after a while. Here are places that serve up some alternative options for the die-hard carnivore.

Fatted Calf

Napa: Quail, duck, pheasant and rabbit—fresh, not frozen! Oxbow Public Market, 644 C First St. (707) 256-3684; fattedcalf.com.

Nugget Markets

Vacaville: Fresh buffalo (or bison) ground or as small steaks, and frozen emu or deer.
130 Browns Valley Parkway. (707) 469-6900; nuggetmarket.com.

West Sacramento: Buffalo, emu, rabbit, goose, ostrich, pheasant and quail—all frozen.
2000 Town Center Plaza. (916) 375-8700; nuggetmarket.com.

Davis: Frozen buffalo or duck are available. You can also order frozen pheasant, quail, goose, crocodile and fresh rabbit. 1414 East Covell Blvd. (530) 750-3800; 409 Mace Blvd. (530) 753-6690; nuggetmarket.com.

Whole Foods Market

Napa: A variety of fresh buffalo cuts are available, as well as fresh Cornish game hens, frozen ostrich, pheasant and quail. 3682 Bel Aire Plaza. (707) 224-6300; wholefoodsmarket.com.

Browns Valley Market

Napa: For those who hunt for your own wild meats, Browns Valley Market has experienced butchers who can break down your kill into the specific cuts you desire. 3263 Browns Valley Road. (707) 253-2480.

 

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