tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post8361848942675259480..comments2024-03-29T15:22:02.787+00:00Comments on Positive Letters ... inspirational stories ...: M is for Melton Mowbray Market - National and Traditional Rare Breeds Event ... Hilary Melton-Butcherhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comBlogger50125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-69974573160993510192017-05-04T09:24:17.960+01:002017-05-04T09:24:17.960+01:00Hi Sharon - I've never made a raised pork pie ...Hi Sharon - I've never made a raised pork pie .. but I know there are recipes around. Yes we have varieties of pork here - as we need our delicious roast pork dinners ... I think we're lucky with the range of foods available.<br /><br />Cheers HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-35660704070798675742017-04-26T01:48:56.204+01:002017-04-26T01:48:56.204+01:00(Will attempt to catch up!)
One of these days you ...(Will attempt to catch up!)<br />One of these days you will have to share a recipe for "Melton Mowbray pork pie." Here in the U.S. pork has become so lean it resembles chicken breast. Is your pork pie fattier?Sharon Himslhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08835934582653243661noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-26248181898709816402017-04-21T14:27:02.934+01:002017-04-21T14:27:02.934+01:00@ Cynthia – well we have all sorts of markets – bu...@ Cynthia – well we have all sorts of markets – but it’s good the Rare Breeds Society has their own time-frame … time where they can meet, talk, and no doubt network around … <br /><br />@ Bookworm – it would be interesting to be there for a day and see the animals, see how the market works etc – sorry a few thousand miles is a little too far isn’t it!<br /><br />@ Michelle – the viruses (bird flu) that are around now – are becoming more of a problem … I’ve noted the pig one in Denmark … <br /><br />@ Jemima – I’d have never known if I hadn’t of been writing these posts … <br /><br />@ Deniz – ah ha … the pork pie – well next time you’re over here – then you must have a Melton Mowbray one … Fortnums do them!!<br /><br />Cheers to you – so delighted you’re interested in the Rare Breed markets … Hilary<br />Hilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-12981433114893832732017-04-20T08:49:53.321+01:002017-04-20T08:49:53.321+01:00Love visiting markets like these. And I still have...Love visiting markets like these. And I still haven't tasted that pork pie!Deniz Bevanhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17134553551048836979noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-4644441052308484932017-04-18T13:20:15.179+01:002017-04-18T13:20:15.179+01:00I never knew that Melton Mowbray had a rare breeds...I never knew that Melton Mowbray had a rare breeds market :)<br /><a href="http://jemimapett.com/blog/2017/04/18/ornithology-tuesday-haiku-atozchallenge/" rel="nofollow">Jemima on Ornithology</a>Jemima Petthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17110647375899927233noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-38839863074544934312017-04-18T11:57:39.680+01:002017-04-18T11:57:39.680+01:00It's sad to read that the potential for bird f...It's sad to read that the potential for bird flu infecting the flock may throw a spanner in the works this year...Michelle Wallacehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02750092836481599870noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-57251010649812960182017-04-17T11:19:25.297+01:002017-04-17T11:19:25.297+01:00I would love to go to one of those rare breed mark...I would love to go to one of those rare breed markets. Alas, I'm just a few thousand miles away. The Unknown Journey Ahead agingonthespectrum.blogspot.combookwormhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06589840841266507266noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-16472206127130790292017-04-17T10:47:38.402+01:002017-04-17T10:47:38.402+01:00I find markets very fascinating. I like the though...I find markets very fascinating. I like the thought of a market that showcases domesticated animals.Cynthia Rodrigues Manchekarhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00582482381203565646noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-90155780613170054162017-04-17T07:47:51.046+01:002017-04-17T07:47:51.046+01:00@ Nila – the kinship analysis is so important as i...@ Nila – the kinship analysis is so important as in some breeds there are very few animals left – but this way they protect that species. Pork pie is delicious – Leicestershire is a pretty county with wonderful countryside … <br /><br />@ Rhonda – I was interested to know more about the market as I used to live fairly nearby. Ah – well now you know about Melton Mowbray pork pies … <br /><br />@ Jacqui – yes the kinship element is interesting to note the care that is being taken with our animals too <br /><br />@ Pamela – I’m sure Ken would be able to tell you a lot more about the area … and wandering around a Rare Breeds show is a special treat … <br /><br />@ Deborah – we so often don’t think of things til 2 + 2 get put together … I’m amazed at what I learn.<br /><br />@ CD – I’m afraid I haven’t read either of the Follett books – but his descriptions would be pretty good I imagine … I must read them sometime – these sorts of novels are wonderfully informative to read –as you mention … <br /><br />@ Dora – good to see you … and yes I guess if you said you were going to market we’d think the same. It’s good the farmers can get around and offer their goodies direct to us … <br /><br />@ Lee – it is wonderful to know that people are passionate about their specific love of a breed … and to make sure each will be here in the future … <br /><br />@ Annalisa – oh I couldn’t agree more – a pork pie is a treat …<br /><br />@ Susan – it’s good the markets are still going in South Africa … but time is always of the essence isn’t it. I had to put the pork pie shop in - well there’s a few around here, where he can indulge. Funny how we develop different tastes … I think I have both or either …. Depending on the way I feel … <br /><br />@ Emily – it’s good about the kinship analysis isn’t it – oh yes I usually stick to the brief … and thank you – like to make the content informative … <br /><br />@ Sara – the Rare Breed societies seem to have established the best way forward for protecting the species … <br /><br />@ Chicky – yes animals were here all the time! Oh I didn’t see the movie Black Beauty … but I’m glad this version of a market seems better and healthier.<br /><br />Sorry you haven’t been well … it happens to us all … <br /><br />@Maddy – good to see you … no worries re your commenting – I understand … just nice you’re here … and I’m glad the theme for my posts is proving ‘a hit’ … <br /><br />@ Senco – interesting you live nearby – and I hope you can get over in September to see the Auction – I imagine it’d be very interesting … Glad you’ve had a chance to visit the Pork Pie shop!<br /><br />@ John – could have been … but don’t think so!<br /><br />@ Nick – the market town is thriving apparently – which is good to know … <br /><br />@ Liz – the town and Rare Breed auctions are very good standards … these viruses are a worry though … <br /><br />@ Jean – have you got bird flu over in the States too – such a pity … it seems to be devastating your stock as well …<br /><br />@ Claire – well I hope at some stage you’ll get to visit – and how wonderful your children raised sheep and dairy goats … walking around shows at a county show is a treat isn’t it. <br /><br />@ Carmel – that’s great – thank you ... I aim to please with my posts … and I try and do as much as I can re visiting other bloggers … <br /><br />@ DeeDee – that’s good to know – thank you … <br /><br />Thanks for visiting everyone – lovely to have all your comments … cheers Hilary<br />Hilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-31993388443523815042017-04-17T07:47:03.119+01:002017-04-17T07:47:03.119+01:00@ EC – it’s been interesting to note the care bein...@ EC – it’s been interesting to note the care being taken with the Kinship analysis. I’m sure the Show really does let us look closely at all the poultry and waterfowl … lovely distinctive characteristic looks … <br /><br />@ Courtney – pork pie is a favourite around here … but steak and kidney pie too – both common … I’m glad to say. Wonderful your husband has happy memories of his grandma and her pie … <br /><br />@ Diane – the French have amazing markets …well you can get your fix for a pork pie or two on your visits back here!<br /><br />@ Keith – I guess it’s just the way it’s worked out… a market town near some big cities, but interesting enough to become a foodie centre. <br /><br />Did you used to help at our local Hailsham market … pity about them closing it down …<br /><br />@ Mel – yes there are other makes, but the Melton Mowbray pie has European Protected designation of origin – equally I know the other butchers will have exceptional tasting pork pies … and scotch eggs and all the other special goodies … it’s always good to get to the market at 7.00 am … <br /><br />@ Steve – I love a pork pie occasionally. I’ve never been to a sale and as our local market has closed, suspect I never will. Well done on your radishes … I expect the farmers are ahead of the game – mind you – you’ll enjoy yours better probably. I’m glad you rescued that calf – I hope it’s grateful to you … <br /><br />@ Joanne – yes it would be interesting to be there and to watch the auction, as too wander around … and noisy: very probably!<br /><br />@ Jz – sorry! Actually I could do with a pork pie now – even though it’s breakfast time (or earlier). Yes I was pleased to find out they were making sure about the kinship analysis … I’m neither a computer geek nor a whizz on rare breeds – so this snippet got put into the post!<br /><br />@ Phillip – sorree … I suspect pork pies will get a few taste buds rolling … <br /><br />@ Jo – I’m sure the pork pies found in Canada don’t really match up to the ‘real thing’ … but at least you can find them. Interesting that your father probably was stationed near-by during the War … I expect the market was built back up once the atrocities were over … yes the bird flu is a troubling virus.<br /><br />@ JL – good to see you … and yes the bird fowl owners are struggling at the moment … <br /><br />@ Bob – I thought you’d be well aware of Melton Mowbray and their pies … sorry about the ‘Merseyside’ county – I wrote the posts last year … and didn’t think that particular ‘government area out … not a good choice!<br /><br />@ Andrea – lovely to meet you … and yes I’m pleased our passions for the various breeds are being so scrupulously looked after and recorded. Pork pie is delicious!<br /><br />@ Lenny – yes they are similar … but the pork pie is a cold meat pie … containing pork and jelly sealed in a hot water crust pastry and cooked before being allowed to cool and the jelly to set.<br /><br />Oh yes of course – I’d not taken that into account … the name Melton is familiar isn’t it!<br /><br />@ Trin – lovely to meet you and it’s good you usually get to visit your State Fair. The markets are quite careful with their show animals … <br /><br />@ Ian – oh dear another commenter who now would like a pork pie! I’m sure you can get one – not sure how traditional it’d be … <br /><br />@ Bazza – it does look like genetic counselling doesn’t it – but as you confirm it’s an excellent way of protecting the species. I wasn’t aware of the tests offered for engaged couples from the Caribbean (a rare autosomal recessive genetic disorder) or the Ashkenazi Jews for a possible blood disorder: thanks for reminding us.<br />Hilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-4562275748930507362017-04-17T06:26:01.191+01:002017-04-17T06:26:01.191+01:00I love your posts and this one is just so beautifu...I love your posts and this one is just so beautifulDeepahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16764125425140331692noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-5739266257568200452017-04-17T06:06:23.293+01:002017-04-17T06:06:23.293+01:00I'm enjoying all your quirky and interesting p...I'm enjoying all your quirky and interesting posts. will have to come back at the end of this April madness to finish reading them. Thanks for commenting on mine, you are generous with your writing time.crgalvinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01118766224187668713noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-60845379276677068362017-04-17T03:22:10.157+01:002017-04-17T03:22:10.157+01:00Oh - this is a place I definitely want to visit. M...Oh - this is a place I definitely want to visit. My children raised sheep and dairy goats and I always loved waked around the animal area of the county fairs.<br />The Kinship analysis sounds very interesting.Claire Annettehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17922748881956462802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-33997271708027180452017-04-16T23:36:13.084+01:002017-04-16T23:36:13.084+01:00The bird flu is really messing with a lot of fun t...The bird flu is really messing with a lot of fun things, especially the zoos around here. Many of the very neat bird exhibits have been empty because if it. It's a shame it's causing problems for the market too. <br /><a href="http://jeanddavis.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">Discarded Darlings - Jean Davis, Speculative Fiction Writer, A to Z: Editing Fiction</a>Jean Davishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02047709505502621618noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-90292822913896905392017-04-16T22:01:58.213+01:002017-04-16T22:01:58.213+01:00That's a great thing. Too bad about the bird f...That's a great thing. Too bad about the bird flu, though.Liz A.https://www.blogger.com/profile/16531953467834426316noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-34763464796808703242017-04-16T21:08:18.491+01:002017-04-16T21:08:18.491+01:00Seems there's more to Melton Mowbray than pies...Seems there's more to Melton Mowbray than pies - but that's a pretty good accolade all by itself. Thanks for the info!Nick Wilfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03841776353790635132noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-28606463141301511822017-04-16T20:17:47.461+01:002017-04-16T20:17:47.461+01:00Melton Mowbray... any relation?Melton Mowbray... any relation?John Holtonhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00545030511941957804noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-17819012984054137262017-04-16T17:19:09.437+01:002017-04-16T17:19:09.437+01:00I had to come over as I am getting to know Melton ...I had to come over as I am getting to know Melton Mowbray quite well now and have certainly visited Ye Olde Pork Pie Shoppe but did not know about their rare breeds auction so must look out for that later this year hopefully the bird flu problem will be over by then :) SENCO Cat Herderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16026889857534425125noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-91559327203379742402017-04-16T16:47:03.769+01:002017-04-16T16:47:03.769+01:00Oops many typos I'm afraid. My post abive soun...Oops many typos I'm afraid. My post abive sounds a little foreign! 😉Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-58288197242078557372017-04-16T16:45:43.875+01:002017-04-16T16:45:43.875+01:00Hi Hikary, what a marvellousbidea fir Ato Z week. ...Hi Hikary, what a marvellousbidea fir Ato Z week. 😊xAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-65728107389386719542017-04-16T15:45:19.999+01:002017-04-16T15:45:19.999+01:00This WAS a post about animals after all! :D
I was ...This WAS a post about animals after all! :D<br />I was reminded of the animal market in the movie Black Beauty, though the Melton Mowbray market sounds so much "healthier" than the one in the movie!<br /><br />Btw, I'm lagging behind. (Was unwell.) Will post my 'L' and catch up with your 'L' next Sunday. In the meantime, DO visit my 'M'.<br /><br />Happy AtoZing!<br />Chicky @ <b><a href="http://www.mysteriouskaddu.com/" rel="nofollow">www.mysteriouskaddu.com</a></b><br />Chicky Kadambarihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04170747335063502107noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-107744674351192792017-04-16T14:15:08.819+01:002017-04-16T14:15:08.819+01:00The kinship analysis is a great idea. Glad to see ...The kinship analysis is a great idea. Glad to see the breeds being taken care of. :)Sara C. Sniderhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16148040154590535970noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-87756454669748358782017-04-16T13:50:28.358+01:002017-04-16T13:50:28.358+01:00Love that they do kinship analysis. Sounds like an...Love that they do kinship analysis. Sounds like an interesting market. Your non-animal post was about animals after all :) And informative, like all of your posts.<br /><br />Emily | <a href="http://emilbloo.blogspot.com/" rel="nofollow">My Life In Ecuador</a>Emily in Ecuadorhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06046387339831440902noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-27351173781535191052017-04-16T09:48:34.861+01:002017-04-16T09:48:34.861+01:00I love visiting markets - we have many here in SA ...I love visiting markets - we have many here in SA though there is seldom enough time. Love that photo of Ye Olde Pork Pie Shop - that would make my husband so happy. Pork Pies are a real treat for him - though why he has them with chutney instead of mustard I do not know ..Susan Scotthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12041548718544123557noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-6401528799218373095.post-43039207873846407512017-04-16T08:45:23.157+01:002017-04-16T08:45:23.157+01:00Mmm, nothing like a good Melton Mowbray pie! Mmm, nothing like a good Melton Mowbray pie! Annalisa Crawfordhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14943610814274794998noreply@blogger.com