At Sunbird Farms, what goes into our chickens is just as important as what we hope to get out of them. That's why we give them open access to organic pasture, fresh water from our well here on the farm, and supplement with an organic, soy-free feed from a local mill, Modesto Milling. You can find … [Read more...]
Poulet de Bresse (“American Bresse”)
Poulet de Bresse (from 2013, updated 2018) What kind of bird comes from a small area of eastern France, once inhabited by the Roman empire? Poulet de Bresse, to be exact. And like all good things from France, this natural beauty has its own Appellation d'origine Controlee, or guaranteed … [Read more...]
Label Rouge…Superior Quality Poultry
Label Rouge When it comes to food, everyone knows that the French are a discerning lot. The finest champagnes, wines that drew Presidents like Thomas Jefferson back again and again, and bread that just doesn't taste as good anywhere outside of that little cafe in Paris. You don't have to look … [Read more...]
The Friendliest Breed of Chicken?
The Friendliest Breed of Chicken People often ask, "how friendly are your Basque hens," or "what is the friendliest breed of chicken?" I think its important to look a little deeper and try to find out what you're really looking for: the most docile chicken? or the least people aggressive rooster? … [Read more...]