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19/10/2026

Lecholi Meat School - day 4

TENDER CUTS vs WORKING MUSCLES

Why does one piece of beef love the hot braai while another needs hours in the pot?
It comes down to how much work that muscle did while the animal was alive.
Tender cuts such as loin and rib cuts do less work, so they are naturally softer. They are best suited to quick, high-heat cooking — steak, grilling and braaiing.

Working muscles such as shoulder, brisket and shin do much more work. They contain more connective tissue and become their best when cooked slowly and patiently.

Tender cuts: Hot & fast
Working muscles: Low & slow

So don’t judge meat only by how tender it feels raw. The right cut + the right cooking method = better eating.

Which do you prefer — a juicy steak or slow-cooked brisket?

DON’T JUST EAT MEAT. KNOW YOUR MEAT.

18/10/2026

LECHOLI MEAT SCHOOL — DAY 3
Today’s lesson: Types of Beef Steaks

RIBEYE
Rich, juicy and usually well marbled—the fat within the meat adds flavour.

SIRLOIN
A balance of tenderness and beefy flavour, often with a strip of fat along one edge.

RUMP
Big on beef flavour, with a firmer bite. Slice against the grain when serving.

FILLET
Very tender, lean and mild in flavour. Best suited to quick cooking; avoid overcooking.

T-BONE
Two steaks in one: sirloin/strip on one side of the T-shaped bone and fillet on the other.

PORTERHOUSE
Similar to a T-bone, generally with a larger fillet section. Naming can vary between markets.

LECHOLI TIP: The most expensive steak isn’t automatically your best choice. Choose according to the tenderness, flavour and fat you enjoy!

Save this guide for your next braai. Which steak is your favourite?

17/10/2026

LECHOLI BEEF 101 — DAY 2!

DID YOU KNOW? THE COLOUR OF THE STAMP ON YOUR BEEF TELLS A STORY!

Have you ever noticed purple, green, brown or red ink stamped on beef at the butchery?

These colours aren't just decorations! They help identify the age class of the animal.

CLASS A — PURPLE STAMP

Young cattle with no permanent incisors. Younger than 18 months in age.

Generally the most tender age class.

Excellent for steaks, grilling and braai.

CLASS AB — GREEN STAMP

Cattle with 1–2 permanent incisors.

Slightly more mature but still generally tender.

Great for braai, roasting and stews.

CLASS B — BROWN STAMP

Cattle with 3–6 permanent incisors.

More mature beef with a richer flavour.

Ideal for roasting, potjiekos and slow cooking, depending on the cut.

CLASS C — RED STAMP

Mature cattle with more than 6 permanent incisors.

Generally firmer meat with a developed beef flavour.

Excellent for slow-cooked dishes, stews and braising.

PURPLE doesn't automatically mean better, and RED doesn't mean bad meat!

Every class has its strengths. The secret lies in choosing the right cut and cooking it correctly.

REMEMBER: Stamp colours identify age classes, not freshness nor food safety. Always buy meat from a trusted, hygienic butchery.

At Lecholi Butchery & Braai Lounge, we believe an informed customer enjoys better meat!

DON'T JUST EAT MEAT. KNOW YOUR MEAT!

QUESTION OF THE DAY!

Have you ever noticed these coloured stamps on beef? Which colour do you normally buy?

16/10/2026

LECHOLI BEEF 101 — KNOW YOUR BEEF!

Not all beef cuts are the same! Some are perfect for grilling, others for roasting, while some taste best when slow-cooked.

At Lecholi Butchery & Braai Lounge, we believe knowing your meat is the first step to enjoying the perfect meal.

Don't just eat meat. Know your meat!

What beef cut is your favourite?

15/10/2026

WARNING: YOU MAY NEVER BUY MEAT THE SAME WAY AGAIN!

LECHOLI MEAT SCHOOL — 30 DAYS OF KNOWING YOUR MEAT!

Starting 16 October! Join Lecholi Butchery & Chesanyama for 30 days of exciting meat education!

Learn about meat grades, classes, cuts, quality, nutrition and the secrets to a perfect braai!

Beef | Pork | Lamb & Mutton | Chevon/Goat |Boerewors

DAY 1: BEEF 101 — KNOW YOUR BEEF!

Follow, learn, comment and share with your braai crew!

Lecholi - Don't Just Eat Meat. Know Your Meat!

11/10/2026

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Lecholi Spitbraai PICNIC coming this November.
Be on the alert mode!

When we MEAT, we make sure!

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06/10/2026

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06/10/2026

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