How a California Butcher Operation Ages and Sells Over 10,000 Steaks Per Week - Vendors

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  • Опубликовано: 4 окт 2022
  • At Flannery Beef, father-daughter duo Bryan and Katie Flannery specialize in dry-aging beef from Holstein dairy cows. Their Bay Area facility processes up to 12,000 steaks each week, shipping out to restaurants and consumers across the U.S.
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  • @alexlevine2522
    @alexlevine2522 Год назад +218

    Thanks for this great video! I worked for Bryan in 2002 as he built and opened his butcher shop/fancy food store in Marin County (the pre-teen Katie was a regular helper and secret weapon). The things I learned from Bryan included passion, very high standards, and attention to detail, which he obviously still has and which have served me well throughout my career as a chef.

    • @WowCoolHorse
      @WowCoolHorse 9 месяцев назад +3

      My favorite part of this series is when people who know the subjects of the mini-doc comment! Thank you for sharing!

    • @renelange5151
      @renelange5151 8 месяцев назад

      Think as a german pro butcher i can work there

  • @ObesePuppies
    @ObesePuppies Год назад +797

    The fact that she tried the one year aged beef proves how dedicated and obsessed she is with her products and I love that about people who are masters at their craft.

    • @keithmoore5284
      @keithmoore5284 Год назад +14

      Her Father is definitely proud of her I bet she's really up to date on the meat 🍖🥓 industry and the aging of the meat's 👌👍

    • @Epocseer
      @Epocseer Год назад +16

      ABSOLUTELY, she knows her art, she knows her products and is willing to try anything to expand here product to new heights. She is passionate and it shows!

    • @Mugen0445
      @Mugen0445 Год назад +7

      A real professional right there.

    • @jasonk1891
      @jasonk1891 Год назад +3

      Nah. It just proves how much expendable product she has at her disposal.

    • @nhbilly
      @nhbilly Год назад +2

      Absolutely amazing

  • @plasmac9
    @plasmac9 Год назад +80

    To be able to work with your dad like that and him to be able to work with his daughter is something really special.

    • @gabeguzman8367
      @gabeguzman8367 Год назад

      Also the fact they look like they really enjoy what they do!!! I am sure they have bad days but to enjoying real enjoy what you do and own it is pretty special

  • @usamaepekonis
    @usamaepekonis Год назад +351

    Great video as usual. Katie seems so well spoken and passionate about the meat business. I learn a lot through this video.

  • @hoilst265
    @hoilst265 Год назад +152

    Katie is SERIOUSLY well-spoken. Informed and a good speaker, and knowledgeable.

    • @bonaface
      @bonaface Год назад +1

      rotten food is brain food

    • @Dwightstjohn-fo8ki
      @Dwightstjohn-fo8ki Год назад +1

      She needs to be paid as a speaker to Cattlemen's Conventions about doing something different.

    • @bgtownend
      @bgtownend Год назад

      ruclips.net/video/Y4R0a48l73Y/видео.html The best next thing?

  • @TanukiSC
    @TanukiSC Год назад +117

    She’s a boss. Could listen to them talk about meat for days on end. So impressive what they’ve built. Best of luck to them!

  • @huntakilla1234
    @huntakilla1234 Год назад +133

    Love this video. No ridiculous hosts with fake smile. Just producers of great product speaking from the heart. 👍

  • @1just4laughs
    @1just4laughs Год назад +19

    A child getting a business
    And respectful and responsibly mastering her craft.
    Well done....refreshing to see

  • @fjordfjesta
    @fjordfjesta Год назад +20

    I've bought steaks from Flannery as gifts on multiple occasions, and every time they were an absolute hit. Seeing the passion and enthusiasm that Bryan and (especially) Katie have for their craft makes me realize that I made the best decision in choosing their product--they talk about steak the way I would, and that speaks to me.

  • @scottfisher6418
    @scottfisher6418 Год назад +13

    Beautiful relationship. Working with my daughter and sharing a similar passion would be a dream come true. He’s a very lucky dad.

  • @rafaelperalta1676
    @rafaelperalta1676 Год назад +26

    You know it's passion when you see or hear a person like Katie. Truly a wonderful human. 😊

  • @mmastro96
    @mmastro96 Год назад +13

    Really impressed by Katie in this video - she comes across as super knowledgeable, passionate about her craft & likeable

  • @BigRick50
    @BigRick50 Год назад +9

    Fantastic to see Dad and Daughter working together.

  • @themantiss
    @themantiss Год назад +12

    this is the best food series I have found on here so far. passionate people talking about their craft. so awesome

  • @amazon4716
    @amazon4716 Год назад +15

    Keeping the family business going for the next generation
    Nice work 👏

  • @bostonbesteats364
    @bostonbesteats364 Год назад +27

    Flannery is a total CULT among the wine tasting/collector groups online, like WineBerserkers (IIRC, the Jorge cut was named after a WBer). They call their Holstein beef "California Reserve", but they also do less expensive Angus as well ("Midwestern"). Their special burger blends, some using the shavings from dry aged beef to pump up the flavor, are killer too. When I want to impress my guests, Flannery is the only beef I'll serve. Also worth noting that the 2-week dry aging that is mentioned in the video is a minimum and probably only applies to sales to restaurants that don't want stronger dry-aged flavors. I've never seen them sell anything less than ~1 month online to consumers. I can remember reading about 60- and 100-day aged beef from them in the past, which sounds pretty strongly flavored.

  • @VanTran-qz5kf
    @VanTran-qz5kf Год назад +13

    Very passionate and well-spoken. Dad, you must have been a very good example.

  • @miloudbouchefra200
    @miloudbouchefra200 Год назад +3

    I love the energy, the passion, the craftsmanship, the scientific explanation, really inspiring.

  • @MyNewYorkCity.
    @MyNewYorkCity. Год назад +3

    Great to see family, working and running a business together

  • @ikkyacoustic2852
    @ikkyacoustic2852 Год назад +130

    I hope these guys will make it far

    • @jasondeblou6226
      @jasondeblou6226 Год назад +1

      they wont, soon we will be all eating vegetarian

    • @skeleex
      @skeleex Год назад +5

      @@jasondeblou6226 or radioactive cockroaches, but no there is algae that reduces cattle emissions by 98%

    • @leaveleague3491
      @leaveleague3491 Год назад +5

      @@jasondeblou6226 def not. who is going to only eat plants lol

    • @ProfessorFatMan
      @ProfessorFatMan Год назад +8

      @@jasondeblou6226 yeah good luck with that lmao. Meat will be around long after you and I pass. Deal with it broski

    • @jasondeblou6226
      @jasondeblou6226 Год назад

      @@ProfessorFatMan you will eat only crickets in the near future.

  • @dafa5911
    @dafa5911 Год назад +1

    I've ordered from them several times in the past.
    I still remember getting a call from Bryan in the west coast about my order delivered to the east coast making sure I'm happy with the product and if I had questions about cooking them.
    I haven't had a chance to order recently but Flannery Beef is still my go to place for great steaks and burgers.

  • @bfinnegan1970
    @bfinnegan1970 Год назад +4

    I have loved this company since they were written up in WSJ some years ago. The California Reserve Steaks are off the charts.

  • @AutoAbsolute
    @AutoAbsolute Год назад +24

    Love these genuine videos, real people, no music - just pure expertise

    • @blokin5039
      @blokin5039 Год назад +1

      Pay attention because there is music playing in the background..

  • @misterdizzeldude8943
    @misterdizzeldude8943 Год назад +25

    It's amazing to see how much she is interested in her craft just by listening to her

  • @menash23
    @menash23 Год назад +8

    This is the most passion I ever seen from butchers. I’ll check their site, we’ll done!

  • @enwhycpr
    @enwhycpr Год назад +1

    Katie is super impressive. That company is in great hands. Dad was smart to let her do her thing.

  • @stews7
    @stews7 Год назад +6

    Nice to see high quality dairy beef cuts. Currently raising Jersey steers at our farm.

  • @dengueberries
    @dengueberries Год назад +3

    So beautiful to see this duo. They clearly care about the animals and the product and the process. The their work ethos reminds me of another Vendors episode featuring the fish distributor in New York - Yama - titled:
    "How Yama Seafood Sells 8,000 Pounds of Tuna to NYC's Michelin-Starred Restaurants - Vendors

  • @papergaery5257
    @papergaery5257 Год назад +1

    Loved it… shot and beautiful… I learned as much in 15 mins as would have in a one hour doc.. nice one ..

  • @SlamemSim
    @SlamemSim Год назад +2

    This was nothing short of exceptional in every way

  • @thomasdecarlo8543
    @thomasdecarlo8543 Год назад +2

    Very informative … I learned something new today … and isn’t she very attractive as well as skilled and knowledgeable and love the fact she tries the funk and gets creative with it …

  • @sindre.
    @sindre. Год назад

    If I had a restaurant I would love to buy from this company. Great work ethic and professionalism. Loved their enthusiasm and curiosity for the 1y+ aged beef.

  • @Gmastertech
    @Gmastertech Год назад

    These type of videos are why I keep subscribing ! Thank you.

  • @RRaucina
    @RRaucina Год назад +2

    You are brilliant! What a dream come true to find you guys nearby. Daydreaming of your steaks soon to arrive.

  • @stephenmitchum5864
    @stephenmitchum5864 Год назад

    I come from beef and cattle country and I find this amazing and she is fantastic.

  • @enoghe9474
    @enoghe9474 Год назад

    Love committed, consistently and accountable people. Keep this to third generation is amazing and u should be honored for keeping tradition. Weldon keep it up and may God bless u

  • @janitarjanitar
    @janitarjanitar Год назад +3

    Dude.. she rocks! It's like the industry just comes naturally. I bet she rocks at a bunch of other things too

  • @b.o.1951
    @b.o.1951 Год назад +1

    My daughter is close with me just as she is with her father. Very cool to see that

  • @pendopendo7166
    @pendopendo7166 Год назад +1

    Love this girl, love this family ethic.

  • @paulchapman565
    @paulchapman565 Год назад +3

    Great story & video. Hope your success continues. You made my mouth water with some of your steaks 😄

  • @jkkmane
    @jkkmane Год назад +1

    As long as she stays passionate with her craft, her business will always be thriving.

  • @kennethdrovdal1082
    @kennethdrovdal1082 Год назад

    I love the Holstien promotion. They are an incredible breed in all that they produce. Here in North Dakota it's all Black Angus as the dominant breed. Kudos for your video and your passion.

  • @gregdelong1539
    @gregdelong1539 Год назад

    This blew me away, I learned so much from this lady. I am going to go to Epic Steak next time I am in S.F

  • @ThomasDuffyRE
    @ThomasDuffyRE Год назад

    What an interesting video on a unique family business. I love the passion in the father and daughter! Now I want steak!

  • @cheframseykross6816
    @cheframseykross6816 Год назад

    "I think this is all about for a chef to get the best u can get and highlight it" i couldnt agree more

  • @ericm4046
    @ericm4046 Год назад +1

    I hate to say this...As I want them all to myself... Their steaks and meat are unbelievable . Havent bought much in last few years due to many things, but bought from them for many years. Starting buying when you actually had to call them ( usually talked to Brian the Dad) and order my steaks and such. He was always a total gentleman and great guy who obviously respected his craft and customers. Glad to see that they are doing well.

  • @patstanfield7850
    @patstanfield7850 Год назад +3

    I buy from them a lot and are the best steaks you can buy. Costly but believe me it’s worth every dime if you love the flavor of beef.

  • @id10t98
    @id10t98 Год назад

    Great video! That 16 month dry aged beef did look awesome. As a fan of steak tar-tar I could easily enjoy that!

  • @BenWhittle
    @BenWhittle Год назад +2

    Loved this video so much, the passion behind what they're doing is awesome. Also these folks are like 20 minutes away from me and I had no idea they existed until now! Definitely will try to snag something from them.

    • @bostonbesteats364
      @bostonbesteats364 Год назад +1

      I don't believe they have a butcher shop anymore, but you can order online.

  • @MaiMai-cg1cx
    @MaiMai-cg1cx Год назад +4

    We LOVE Flannery and LOVE Brian and Katie! We will support you guys foreverrrrrr because yous beef is truly unique and delicious. Can't get enough. Super cool to see the process.

  • @jamesshugart702
    @jamesshugart702 Год назад

    I learned a ton in this video and thought it was very cool! thanks.

  • @back2basics597
    @back2basics597 Год назад

    Lovely company. Truthful, ethical.

  • @I_NeedCoffee
    @I_NeedCoffee Год назад

    Brilliant. I have always wondered why dairy cattle haven't been used in the world of beef. It's always free range and to be able to produce milk it has to be well treated. It ends up being a win win for the farmer and consumer.
    All that and it is being managed by someone who knows all sides of the business well. Specifically the making her product known online.

  • @jefflundquist5771
    @jefflundquist5771 Год назад +1

    Excellent craftswork.

  • @Omikoshi78
    @Omikoshi78 Год назад +2

    If she wasn’t taking over her dads business I can see her climbing up the corporate ladder to become an exec at a Fortune 500. She just has that charisma, drive, and vibe. 😊

  • @andysmith3087
    @andysmith3087 Год назад

    How incredibly passionate and intelligent she comes across. Now there's a success story.

  • @ChefCameron281
    @ChefCameron281 Год назад +4

    Amazing videos😁 I always enjoy dry aged videos

  • @AndresArizmendi
    @AndresArizmendi Год назад

    I think it's my first time seeing a Ribsteak (or Entrecote) in an American context. Great meat. Fantastic video.

  • @iamidnight9731
    @iamidnight9731 Год назад

    That is a woman who knows and lives her craft. And this feature has taught me more than a thing or two about beef cuts.

  • @PancakeLizard710
    @PancakeLizard710 Год назад +1

    I love videos like this, keep it up guys xxx

  • @lauragarcia5723
    @lauragarcia5723 Год назад +4

    This is the only beef I purchase - when I tell people I make the best steak they will ever have, I'm not bragging, it's the Flannery beef.

  • @MrEdium
    @MrEdium Год назад +4

    This is Very Informative. Thank You👍

  • @Mooseracks
    @Mooseracks Год назад

    I like how they show OLD dairy cows at the beginning of this video....lol... and the you see these nice aged cuts of beef.... LOL

  • @empeters71
    @empeters71 Год назад +40

    Our family has always raised Holsteins for meat. I didn’t realize that wasn’t a normal thing.

    • @generaljames1412
      @generaljames1412 Год назад +3

      . I am James Charles McConville from Quincy, Massachusetts United States, can we be friends..?

    • @sweetboy6979
      @sweetboy6979 Год назад +1

      @@generaljames1412 we can be

    • @generaljames1412
      @generaljames1412 Год назад +2

      @@sweetboy6979 Where are you from ?

    • @Dwightstjohn-fo8ki
      @Dwightstjohn-fo8ki Год назад +1

      Holsteins don't grow and don't yield, but if these people can buy CULL dairy at the right price, it looks as if they've found a way to develop a unique market on a grand scale. And after many decades, they're an overnight success! In rural areas WITH dairies, you'd buy a couple of calves in the spring for almost nothing, run them on grass all summer (you're NOT in the cattle biz) then run 10 to 15 bags of grain to "finish" cheaply and use it for yourself. BUT TODAY calves are going for huge prices; not worth it.

  • @thisismyusername6717
    @thisismyusername6717 Год назад

    Usually these types of videos leave me with more questions than answers. When the guy asked her “do you want to cut into one amd see” i screamed at my phone YES. Bc ofc i wanted to see but i didnt even bring that question into my mind bc i assumed it wouldnt happen. Stuff like that makes the difference between cool amd just amazing.

  • @larsice9
    @larsice9 Год назад +1

    good to see that the german cow breed of my own region is going strong in the US 👍

  • @dorothyedge2747
    @dorothyedge2747 11 месяцев назад

    Very interesting. I learned a lot. Thank you .

  • @copperlocks1
    @copperlocks1 Год назад +1

    My Favorite steak is the Hanger steak not quite a loin cut...Great info presented here 👍👍

  • @hder8740
    @hder8740 Год назад

    In the Netherlands we have a large Holstein percentage in dairy cows. When they’re are no longer for milk production the meat is considered to be a first rate product. It’s sold for high prices all over Europe.

  • @tuant9765
    @tuant9765 Год назад +53

    when she starts talking about the muscle groups using their scientific names, you know she's passionate about her craft

  • @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos
    @I.make.AI.Cover.song.videos Год назад

    Making the best out of something.. love it

  • @tenshihayashi1966
    @tenshihayashi1966 Год назад

    Impressive. Need more of these types of vids. Better than some of them Bon Apetit vids

  • @bobgruner
    @bobgruner Год назад +1

    Dude! - another great episode! Thank you.

  • @dondeebo24
    @dondeebo24 Год назад +1

    I love how both father and daughter run this business. Much respect

  • @jstewlly4747
    @jstewlly4747 Год назад +2

    That 16 nonth steak was beautiful wow greeat father daughter relationship

  • @christmas3724
    @christmas3724 Год назад +1

    Love 💕 thanks for sharing

  • @Ideku8
    @Ideku8 Год назад

    Totally changed my perspective on butchers

  • @AshitakaYakul
    @AshitakaYakul Год назад +2

    This was a wonderful video. Father and Daughter bringing joy to the world with Dry Aged Meats. I want to work there.

  • @camerongunn7906
    @camerongunn7906 Год назад +1

    I'm loving it. Where can I try some of this Holstein beef?

  • @mrricksta1
    @mrricksta1 Год назад +12

    What a great story and that's true old school America we need to bring back, working with a parent in the family business is something special something I enjoyed for 11 yrs of side by side with my dad in the family business that non of my siblings took advantage of so when it was my opportunity I jumped right in and they were the best years of my life

  • @christianhansen3292
    @christianhansen3292 Год назад

    lovely operation.

  • @Socrates21stCentury
    @Socrates21stCentury Год назад +1

    Amazing !!!

  • @hfactor6429
    @hfactor6429 Год назад

    Thanks.....AWESOME video

  • @jeffsmith9417
    @jeffsmith9417 Год назад

    I am a butcher appreciate at Publix grocery in Winder,GA. I Amy very eager to learn this skill. they have me nothing but how to clean equipment,which is of most important. I really want to to pursue this. I am beyond excited about this career and know I can bet great! I really hope to hear from you! I

  • @dpclerks09
    @dpclerks09 Год назад +1

    Can anyone articulate/explain how dry-aging affects overall consumption rates? I'm assuming it contributes somewhat to slowing that process, inherently.

  • @user-ph9is8ts4n
    @user-ph9is8ts4n Год назад +2

    In Israel holstein is known to be the best breed maby after Angus but its very very high on demand

  • @luckybadger1622
    @luckybadger1622 Год назад +1

    More children need to start taking over these types of jobs as parents age out.

  • @muskafella
    @muskafella Год назад

    10:32 Damn reality set in quick 💯

  • @brad238899
    @brad238899 Год назад +1

    Angus are more popular and can command a premium but that premium is really because of marketing. Angus grow quickly and their waste to meat ratio is fantastic. None of the reason why farmers raise angus has to do with producing a premium product. Its to produce as much good product that can make as much money as possible. Holsteins/Friesians take an extra 6 months or so to finish and probably have 10% less meat but that long finish really adds something to the quality.

  • @cassieoz1702
    @cassieoz1702 Год назад

    We raise our own meat and most of the beef for home consumption is Jersey X Angus. Wonderful meat

  • @sonrt2107
    @sonrt2107 Год назад

    Oh guga would love this

  • @redactedredacted8434
    @redactedredacted8434 Год назад +1

    13:20 why does this guy sound like that alien from American Dad.

  • @janstrobach8623
    @janstrobach8623 Год назад

    I learned that in my apprenticeship class and then the 13th floating rib is on the New York

  • @voodoo2882
    @voodoo2882 Год назад

    I got it.....smiles all around

  • @DeathZeroTolerance
    @DeathZeroTolerance Год назад +1

    i love their beef, wish they had veal! impossible to find veal in norcal.

  • @lancemartin1153
    @lancemartin1153 Год назад

    Great video!!

  • @Ti5qu4ntum
    @Ti5qu4ntum Год назад

    Why am I drooling? 😭😅

  • @holdingthebull
    @holdingthebull Год назад +1

    Katie seems to be one of the most fun and down to earth people you would love to have as your friend!

  • @tslaytonic8196
    @tslaytonic8196 Год назад +1

    Very kool! I'll bring in Broth Stevie. He loved to order steaks online... Nice... ;)

  • @FanYarnla
    @FanYarnla Год назад

    Normally when I see dry aged steaks in restaurants they get much deeper red in color and maybe spots of mold here and there, those suckers are covered! All good though if it’s being trimmed correctly.