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Episode 285: The New Buck, Buck, Moose with Hank Shaw

Wild Fish and Game Podcast·Harvesting Nature·8 October 2026·1h 15m

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Summary: In this episode, Hank Shaw revisits his acclaimed venison cookbook, discussing the extensive updates, new recipes, and modern techniques that bring the book into the 21st century. He shares insights on revising his work a decade later, the evolution of wild game cooking, and practical tips for hunters and cooks alike. In this episode, Hank shares insights on meat science, cooking techniques, and the evolution of culinary practices, along with updates on his upcoming book and events. - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Leave a Review of the Podcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ - ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Buy our Wild Fish and Game Spices⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠The Art of Venison Sausage Making⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Hank Shaw Instagram Hunt Gather Cook Buck, Buck, Moose Hank Shaw Events Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the Updated Venison Cookbook 00:04 Introduction to Hank's culinary philosophy 00:32 Dry aging meat and the importance of fat 00:53 Hank Shaw's Journey of Revising a Decade-Old Book 01:05 Insights from meat science expert Jess Prials 01:08 Changes in cooking styles with regional influences 01:34 The value of simplicity and minimalism in plating 02:04 Food safety myths and best practices in meat handling 02:26 Upcoming book release and where to find it 02:56 Hank's future projects and writing plans 02:58 The Impact of Reader Feedback and Community Engagement 03:00 Hank's events and how to meet him 03:10 Closing thoughts and appreciation 03:15 Changes in Food Photography and Visual Presentation 04:15 Incorporating Modern Cooking Appliances and Techniques 06:13 The Truth About Sous-Vide and Wild Game 09:17 Safety and Pasteurization of Wild Game with Sous-Vide 11:07 New Recipes and Culinary Innovations in the Book 19:44 Evolving Demographics of Wild Game Cooks 22:50 Cultural Influences and Global Flavors in Wild Game Cooking 26:08 Reader Feedback and Its Role in Content Updates 29:25 Future Directions and Personal Growth in Wild Game Cuisine Takeaways: Revisiting and revising a successful cookbook after a decade The evolution of wild game cooking techniques and recipes The role of modern kitchen appliances like sous-vide and air fryers in wild game cuisine Hank Shaw's insights on food safety, especially with wild game like bear and moose The changing demographics and motivations of wild game cooks and hunters The importance of reader feedback in updating culinary guides Cultural influences on wild game recipes, including British and Scandinavian cuisines The science behind dry aging and its relevance to wild game New recipes and techniques introduced in the updated book The impact of social media and community feedback on culinary innovation Meat science and dry aging techniques The importance of internal fat in meat quality Evolution of cooking styles in different regions Common misconceptions in wild game preparation The significance of simplicity and focus in culinary arts Food safety practices in meat handling and preservation Upcoming book and event details The role of outdoor activities in food culture Keywords: Wild game, venison, cooking techniques, cookbook revision, hunting, charcuterie, sous-vide, food science, hunting culture, food innovation meat science, cooking techniques, culinary evolution, book launch, outdoor cooking, preservation, hunting, food safety Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices