The Whole Beast

Victoria's top charcuterie choices

This well-respected local producer of delicious, artisan-cured meats has played a leading role in popularizing charcuterie among diners on Vancouver Island. Their meats are sourced from ethically raised, heritage breed animals and handcrafted by traditional methods, utilizing the entire animal to minimize waste. The absence of additives, preservatives and fillers found in most commercial meat products reveals the natural flavours of their premium crafted cuts. In addition to a large selection of cured meats, they carry a line of sauerkraut, kimchi, pickles and mustards.