Beef from Brakes
Our outstanding range of this versatile, ever-popular meat delivers on frozen, chilled and even ready slow-cooked products to suit all kitchen requirements and menu styles.
Our outstanding range of this versatile, ever-popular meat delivers on frozen, chilled and even ready slow-cooked products to suit all kitchen requirements and menu styles.
With a mix of chilled and frozen lines our beef is fully traceable back to source and complies with all of Brakes technical standards.
Own label
We offer a variety of cuts and pack sizes. Independent customers can buy in small or large quantities, while high volume users will benefit from a selection of products available in larger pack sizes.
Assurance
Knowing exactly where our meat comes from allows us to ensure high animal welfare standards and enables our customers to highlight provenance on their menus.
Integrity
We have a dedicated technical team working rigorously with our suppliers to ensure the highest standards. We always aim to purchase from suppliers as close to the farm as possible.
Few food service retailers can display our array of industry recognised accreditation marks. We’re proud to give you the extra reassurance that these bring to our products
RED TRACTOR
Made from British meat. To high animal welfare standards
SCOTCH BEEF
Beef that has been born, slaughtered and processed in Scotland
QMS
Similar to Red Tractor but for Scottish provenance
BORD BIA
Similar to Red Tractor but for Irish provenance
FREEDOM ASSURED RSPCA
Focuses mainly on strict animal welfare standards
PGI
A product that has been given Protected Geographical Indication
We’re passionate about animal welfare, and Brongain Farm shares this commitment. In the heart of the Welsh countryside, this idyllic location is home to the farm’s herd of grass and grain-fed Aberdeen Angus.
The site is also used as a key development location for ethical standards. From procurement of its calves to the processing of finished animals, the farm has a fully integrated supply chain which focuses on sourcing and selling with care in the local area. Their community-first approach has boosted the skill base in the area, with all employees living within a five-mile radius of the farm.
We source our steaks from known and trusted farmers and the focus of our range is on consistency, thickness and fantastic flavour.
Choose our new 10oz Ribeye, popular for its rich marbling and depth of flavour and ideal for mid-week steak nights. Or for a deluxe option, our fillet steaks are a cut above.
Our 28-day aged Birchstead range, which comes from breed-named Aberdeen Angus, delivers rich, tender meat as naturally occurring enzymes break down muscle fibre and unlock a deeper flavour.
There’s more than one version of the ‘perfect steak’. From blue through to well done, high-end fine dining, or cooking for the café crowd, our short video helps you get your timings and temperatures spot on to deliver on taste and texture however the order comes in.
From selecting the right pan, whether to use oil or butter, the right amount of heat and how long it should be rested.
Give steak some kick and colour with our Birchstead Sirloin Steak Ramen recipe. Quick to cook and full of flavour its combination of store cupboard and fresh, everyday ingredients delivers great tasting beef with an east Asian vibe.
Beef joints aren’t just for Sunday roast. Perfect for tender, pull-apart tacos, warming curries and more, they deliver excellent value for money.
Choose from our Red Tractor farm-assured options for your guarantee of British provenance and added value for your menu.
Our 28-day aged Aberdeen Angus topside is matured for deeper flavour. Aging allows the enzymes to break down muscle fibres producing tender, flavoursome meat.
The marbled fat of our rolled British brisket means incredible flavour when cooked low and slow, perfect for stews and casseroles.
The Birchstead brand of premium aged beef has been supplied to catering kitchens across the UK since 2010. Get behind the brand to see why their reputation for outstanding quality is so well deserved. Find out more
A perfect demonstration of beef’s versatility, the combination of tender, fall-apart beef and slightly tangy, refreshing chimichurri sauce is hard to beat. View our recipe on how to make this south American flavour sensation.
Perfecting the art of a signature burger will do wonders for your menu. Whether it’s a quick lunchtime bite or a dirty burger weekend treat, you need a quality patty. We’ve recently reviewed our range to ensure consistent thickness and better-than-ever texture. We’ve got what you need, our Aberdeen Angus chuck & brisket or Scotch Aberdeen angus burgers are simply delicious and add provenance to your offering.
With the rise of Americanisation, consumers are eating more and more burgers and last year, 35% strongly agreed that they’d be willing to pay more for premium toppings*. Tapping into the personalisation trend is a great way to upsell.
Don’t forget the bun! Ultimate presentation and great bun-to-patty ratio are important to consumers, explore our options.
*2019 Burger Consumer Trend Report* All customers, both new and existing, are entitled to no minimum order value until the end of December. Some customers may already have no minimum order value, as part of their service package. Please contact your Brakes rep for more.