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Wagyu beef used to be a rarity outside of Japan but times are changing. Despite the prevalence of online shopping, many people are still hesitant about buying meats and other perishables online. It is entirely possible to find high-quality genuine Wagyu beef online. And, obviously, A5 Meats is one of the best places to shop Wagyu on the web. In this week's blog, we want to talk about 5 key pieces of information that you should look into when buying Wagyu beef online. ... https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/buying-wagyu-beef-online

*** WEEKEND FLASH SALE *** Today's public announcement is pretty straightforward: We're doing a 20% OFF FLASH SALE for all Wagyu packs. Just for the weekend.... With limited inventory. Wagyu Sampler: 160$ (instead of 200$) * Contents: 4 pieces of Wagyu at 2oz per piece * Locations: Kagawa pref, Miyazaki pref, Shiga pref and Hokkaido pref. Wagyu Essential: 560$ (instead of 700$) * 4 pieces of Wagyu (grade a5) and ground wagyu (ex. wagyu burgers) * Breakdown: ** Japanese Shiga Ohmi Tenderloin - Grade A5 - 8oz Filet ** Australian - Robbins Island Tri-tip - 2.5lbs ** Japanese Kyushu - Short Rib - Grade A5 - 16oz ** Japanese Kyushu - Ribeye - Grade A5 - 16oz ** Ground Wagyu 2lb Wagyu Feast: 960$ (instead of 1200$) * 6 pieces of wagyu and wagyu ground beef * Breakdown: ** Japanese Kobe - Ribeye - Grade A5 - 16oz ** Japanese Shiga Ohmi Tenderloin - Grade A5 - 8oz ** Robbins Island (Australia) - Tri-Tip 2.5lbs ** Japanese Kyushu - Short Rib - Grade A5 - 16oz ** Japanese Kyushu - Ribeye - Grade A5 - 16oz ** Ground Wagyu Beef 2lbs ** Sanuki Olive Fed - Strip - A5 Grade - 8oz Flash sale only for the weekend. https://a5meats.com/collections/catalog

The most important question of the day: Which Cabernet is better with Wagyu? Obviously, red wine pairs well with Wagyu beef but what type of red wine completes the complex taste of Wagyu in the most exclusive way? Here's a mini quiz for you before reading our latest blog post:... Which one of these below doesn't go well with Wagyu unless it's in the form of a balanced Bordeaux? A) Nebbiolo B) Barbaresco C) Barolo D) Cabernet Franc E) Cabernet Sauvignon This week's blog post is for the future wine connoisseurs: Which Red Wine Can I Pair With Wagyu Beef? https://a5meats.com//which-red-wine-can-i-pair-with-wagyu-

Another week, another "myth busters". After our previous article about Wagyu cows' love for body massage, we received enough positive reaction from you to continue our efforts to uncover the truth about Wagyu cows. This week's question is targeting another topic that you can take a deep dive in during your romantic dates or family and friend gatherings (maybe not "romantic" dates but still fine).... Easy answer: No, Wagyu cows are not given beer to produce better meat. But rumor has it that there is a herd in Wales in the UK that receives a couple of pints of beer a day from the local brewery. This week's blog post is for the real Wagyu fans: Is It True Wagyu Cows Are Given Beer? https://a5meats.com///is-it-true-wagyu-cows-are-given-beer

In Australia, farmers have excelled in developing a successful breeding program respected globally throughout the industry for its innovation and integrity. And, there is so much to learn from them. Japanese Wagyu enjoy a closely guarded feed formula, with each farm having an individually tailored feed regime and mix for their particular herd. While the exact mixture is not shared, the basis is relatively consistent, generally based around corn, rice, grain, and wheat. ...Australian herds, however, while still having feed developed by each farm, are typically given a more grass-based diet, with wheat and barley additions. Not only that, the Australian Wagyu herds are protected by a strict 'no antibiotics' policy. More? This week's blog post is for Wagyu geeks: Australian Wagyu Beef: A Phenomenon https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/australian-wagyu-beef

Wagyu is our passion. Our most important mission at A-Five Meats is to deliver you the best Wagyu Beef you can find on the market. Our second most important mission is to tell you everything we know about the Wagyu world. ... Here is today's lesson in our blog: How To Tell The Difference Between Real And Fake Kobe Beef There is so much to learn but it's never boring if it's your passion. Did I already tell Wagyu is our passion? And, it must be your passion as well since you're still reading this. Today's blog post will cover the most important aspects of Kobe Beef: - Where Does Kobe Beef Come From? - What Is Special About Kobe Wagyu? - How Is Authenticity Proven? - What Does Authentic Kobe Beef Look Like? - How Should Authentic Kobe Wagyu Beef Taste? - What About Cost? - What Is American Style Kobe? Grab a cup of coffee and come find us. Link in bio. - Ben

We received an overwhelming amount of interest on the Olive Fed Wagyu & Caviar Pack and nearly sold out. We only have a few packs left and are shipping out this week. Hurry up, friends! Link in bio. An extravagant pack curated by @chef_zimmerman and @michaelpassmore: ... - 50g of Ranch Reserve Sturgeon Caviar by @passmorecaviar - 16oz Sanuki Olive Fed Wagyu Ribeye from Japan by @A5Meats About Michael Passmore's Ranch Reserve Caviar: "A deeply complex caviar, reflective of its harvest at peak maturity, yields a layered buttery flavor, balanced by its hint of salinity letting all of its natural flavors shine through on the palate. It ends with the slightest of a nutty finish, realized in each individual bead." About Olive Fed Wagyu From Chef Marc Zimmerman: "Olive finished wagyu is raised on Shodoshima Island in the Kagawa prefecture. Only four animals are harvested at a time. It's one of the only places where olives are grown in Japan and produces an amazingly marbled product high in unsaturated fat and oleic acid. The animals are fed sun-dressed olive pressings that result in high unsaturated (healthy fats)." Thank you for your support! Excited to share our journey with you all. - Ben

I have some good news and bad news for you. Which one would you like to hear first? Good news? Here we go.... Chef Marc Zimmerman of Ittoryu GOZU sat down with Michael Passmore, founder of Passmore, and collaborated to provide a unique caviar and wagyu pairing just for you, the A-Five Family. Imagine a pack of 50g of Ranch Reserve Sturgeon Caviar and a 16oz Sanuki Olive Fed Wagyu Ribeye from Japan. You heard it right. Bad news: Stock is limited. There will be only 25 packs available. First come first serve. Hurry up: https://a5meats.com//passmore-ranch-caviar-and-olive-fed-r Thank you for your support! Excited to share our journey with you all. - Ben

One of the most underrated questions we've ever seen: What's the best way to cut Wagyu Beef? Feels like everyone has an idea about how to eat (haha!) Wagyu Beef but how about the most fundamental part which is cutting it the right way? Here is the most underappreciated answer: The best way to cut Wagyu beef is with a clean, sharp knife perpendicular to the grain’s direction.... Want to learn more? https://a5meats.com//how-to-cut-wagyu-beef-against-the-gra

Myth or fact: Are Wagyu cows massaged to produce better meat? We hate click-bait articles as much as you do. So let us tell you the answer before you have to click on anything. No, Wagyu cattle do not receive a daily session with a masseuse or masseur to yield higher quality meat. Just imagine how big the massage tables would have to be!... LOL. But... While farmers generally don’t sit down with the almond oil and lavender and soft lighting, they do provide specific equipment for their animals’ comfort. Some of it even stimulates the skin and muscles. Still wanna learn what kinds of treatments Wagyu cattle receive? https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/are-wagyu-cows-massaged

My name is Sando. Katsu Sando. Bad joke, I know. But it doesn't change the fact that my life changed when I had a Wagyu Katsu Sando for the first time. ... Just imagine the juicy Wagyu beef resting in between two pieces of fluffy Japanese bread. A little crunchy, a little soft. Maybe with some wine? Why not? https://a5meats.com//how-to-prepare-wagyu-katsu-sando-sand : avery_sf

Why should Wagyu be delivered chilled - never frozen? Why should Wagyu be stored in its original packaging? When should Wagyu be removed from the fridge before cooking? It's that time of the week! In our latest blog post, you'll learn all the tricks to keep your Wagyu fresh: What Is The Best Way to Store Wagyu Beef in the Fridge?... https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/best-way-to-store-wagyu

Does Cabernet Sauvignon pair well with Wagyu? How about some champagne? Which vegetables would be ideal to serve with Wagyu? Should I choose chocolate torte or a citrus sorbet to end my journey?... One of the things we LOVE about our job is to help you elevate your Wagyu experience. We get so many amazing questions from you, our A5 Family, every week. In our latest blog post, we wanted to show you how to master your pairings with Wagyu: https://a5meats.com//what-wine-vegetable-and-dessert-pair-

I have some good news and bad news for you. Which one would you like to hear first? Good news? Here we go.... Chef Marc Zimmerman of Ittoryu GOZU sat down with Michael Passmore, founder of Passmore, and collaborated to provide a unique caviar and wagyu pairing just for you, the A-Five Family. Imagine a pack of 50g of Ranch Reserve Sturgeon Caviar and a 16oz Sanuki Olive Fed Wagyu Ribeye from Japan. You heard it right. Bad news: Stock is limited. There will be only 25 packs available. First come first serve. Hurry up: https://a5meats.com//passmore-ranch-caviar-and-olive-fed-r Thank you for your support! Excited to share our journey with you all. - Ben

One of the most underrated questions we've ever seen: What's the best way to cut Wagyu Beef? Feels like everyone has an idea about how to eat (haha!) Wagyu Beef but how about the most fundamental part which is cutting it the right way? Here is the most underappreciated answer: The best way to cut Wagyu beef is with a clean, sharp knife perpendicular to the grain’s direction.... Want to learn more? https://a5meats.com//how-to-cut-wagyu-beef-against-the-gra

Myth or fact: Are Wagyu cows massaged to produce better meat? We hate click-bait articles as much as you do. So let us tell you the answer before you have to click on anything. No, Wagyu cattle do not receive a daily session with a masseuse or masseur to yield higher quality meat. Just imagine how big the massage tables would have to be!... LOL. But... While farmers generally don’t sit down with the almond oil and lavender and soft lighting, they do provide specific equipment for their animals’ comfort. Some of it even stimulates the skin and muscles. Still wanna learn what kinds of treatments Wagyu cattle receive? https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/are-wagyu-cows-massaged

My name is Sando. Katsu Sando. Bad joke, I know. But it doesn't change the fact that my life changed when I had a Wagyu Katsu Sando for the first time. ... Just imagine the juicy Wagyu beef resting in between two pieces of fluffy Japanese bread. A little crunchy, a little soft. Maybe with some wine? Why not? https://a5meats.com//how-to-prepare-wagyu-katsu-sando-sand : avery_sf

Why should Wagyu be delivered chilled - never frozen? Why should Wagyu be stored in its original packaging? When should Wagyu be removed from the fridge before cooking? It's that time of the week! In our latest blog post, you'll learn all the tricks to keep your Wagyu fresh: What Is The Best Way to Store Wagyu Beef in the Fridge?... https://a5meats.com/blogs/news/best-way-to-store-wagyu