The Butchery is a paradise for BBQ enthusiasts, meat lovers, and conscious meat eaters with an eye for quality. We go beyond what your butcher offers. Not only do we have the most amazing cuts, but we also sell a wide range of exclusive meat breeds with honest origins.
What is a steak?
Steak is a general term for meat cut from muscle tissue. It is tender and lean muscle meat, particularly suitable for grilling or pan-frying. You could call them luxury frying cuts. That is, if we limit ourselves to beef, pork, veal, and lamb. Of course, there are also steaks from fish, such as tuna steak, which is cut along the bone. But that's another story. Let's stick to beef for now. There is no precise Dutch translation for the word steak. Many would say "biefstuk," but that's not entirely accurate. While a biefstuk is a steak, not every steak is a biefstuk. To be considered a steak, a beef cut must have a minimum thickness and ideally be eaten rare or medium.
What types of steaks are there?
There are a lot of different steaks to name. The most well-known are probably (sirloin) steak, tenderloin, rib eye, entrecote, and perhaps even t-bone. But nowadays, many "forgotten cuts" like bavette, hanger steak, flat iron steak, and picanha are gaining popularity. And rightly so. With these steaks—if sourced from a quality breed, which we believe applies to all beef—you can create something truly delicious. Of course, there are also pork steaks like chops and lamb steaks like lamb tournedos.
Special cuts at The Butchery
Hanger steak, onglet, denver steak, diamond fillet, chuck eye, or rump steak: the special cuts at The Butchery are no longer so "special." That is to say, they are becoming more commonplace. Fortunately, because each of these steaks has unique characteristics. Steaks you should only eat from high-quality breeds. And with breeds like Black Angus USA, Rubia Gallega, and Wagyu, you're in good hands.
What is a roast?
In England, it's a weekly tradition: the Sunday Roast. But what exactly is a roast? In the Netherlands, we know a roast as a braised cut, a large piece of meat cooked whole, often low and slow. From chateaubriand to roast beef and from lamb rack to beef wellington. A beautiful roast on the table is always festive for special occasions. Sunday Roast is traditionally the family dinner on Sundays. With a braised cut (preferably roast beef or, for something special, Beef Wellington), veggies, and roasted potatoes. A roast is also excellent for BBQ, as cooking a large piece of meat low and slow is not only enjoyable but also results in delicious meat!
A whole roast on the BBQ or in the oven is, of course, not an everyday meal. Maybe not even every week. On the other hand, a steak is always a good idea—at least on weekends. And we have them in all shapes and sizes. But what exactly defines a steak?
Want to order special cut steaks online?
It's often easier than visiting your local butcher. Choose your favorite steak, place your order, and we’ll make sure your steak is delivered to your door quick-frozen, preserving all flavor and nutrients!
Buy roasts online
Buying a roast online might seem daunting, but it’s actually very convenient. You can browse at your leisure and search specifically. At The Butchery, you’ll find a wide assortment of roasts from different breeds. From roast beef to chateaubriand and from lamb rack to Picanha. Additionally, you can select the breed and origin you prefer. At The Butchery, you’ll find roasts from:
- Black Angus USA
- Aberdeen Angus Uruguay
- Hereford Argentina
- Kyoto Miyabi Wagyu A5+ BMS12
- Kagoshima Japanese Wagyu A5 BMS12
- Australian Wagyu
- Rubia Gallega from Spain
- Simmental from Austria
- Blonde d’Aquitaine from the Netherlands
- Limousin (naturally raised in the Drenthe landscape)
We also have pork roasts from authentic pig breeds like Livar, Mangalitza (wool pig), Iberico, and Veluwe forest pigs. Pork belly, shoulder, frenched rack...
Order classic steaks online
Ordering classic steaks online is often even easier than buying them at your local butcher. The range is extensive and includes exceptional breeds like Black Angus USA. Porterhouse, Chateaubriand, but also tenderloin tips and flat iron: these are steaks that are considered classics in America. Ordering classic steaks online is simple. Pick your favorite, place your order, and we’ll handle the rest. The steaks are delivered to your home quick-frozen, retaining all their nutrients and flavor. Steak lovers frequently order online at The Butchery. Join the club.
Buying a steak online?
Online, you can find exactly what you’re looking for. Your favorite cut, breed, desired weight, and preferred delivery day—you choose it all. Always wanted to try Japanese Wagyu? Just order it online! Are you a fan of South American beef? You’ll find it online. We deliver Monday through Friday between 5 PM and 10 PM. Evening delivery, so you choose your delivery day, and if you order before 11 AM, you can have your steak or roast delivered the same evening. Quick-frozen, preserving all flavor and nutrients. Ordering a roast or steak online is always a great idea!
Ordering steaks online?
In short, ordering steaks online is no longer unusual. In fact, you’ll often find your favorite steak more easily online! From tenderloin steak to sirloin steak and from entrecote to rib eye: buying steaks online and selecting your favorite breed is easy at The Butchery. We sell steaks from exceptional breeds like Black Angus, Simmental, Aberdeen Angus, Hereford, Rubia Gallega, Wagyu, and of course, beef from the Drents meadow cows. All these breeds share one thing: the animals have lived a good life. That feels good and tastes even better. Win-win.
Choose your favorite(s), place your order, and we’ll ensure they are delivered to your door super fresh and frozen. Order before 11 AM, and you can have it at home the same evening if you wish—because you choose the delivery day!
