The One Of A Kind Store In Iowa Devoted Entirely To Smoked Meat
By Catherine Armstrong|Published November 18, 2018
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Writer, editor and researcher with a passion for exploring new places. Catherine loves local bookstores, independent films, and spending time with her family, including Gus the golden retriever, who is a very good boy.
Specialty shops are the places to be when you’re looking for the very finest products. After all, a shop that specializes in one thing has dedicated all its time and resources to be the very best at that thing, right? If you’re looking for delicious cheese, you might visit this cheese haven, and if you’re craving some delicious chocolate, you’ll head for this chocolate factory and shop. But what if you’re dreaming of savory bacon, smoked ham, and flavorful brats? Well, in that case, the obvious choice is Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse.
The little village of Amana was founded by German immigrants who arrived in Iowa in the 1850s. They brought old-world recipes with them, along with the knowledge of how to cure and smoke the best hams, bacon, and sausage. Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse opened in 1855, embracing the old traditions in the new world.
The smoked brats and sausages are absolutely amazing. With century-old recipes, and more than 160 years of hands-on experience, these folks know how to create the most flavorful, savory sausages you'll ever try.
There's no better way to start your day than with some thick-sliced bacon from Amana. Once you try this bacon, you'll never buy the stuff at the grocery store again.
You'll also find a nice array of fresh steaks here. The hand-selected Midwest beef is marbled and juicy. Choose from New York strip, filet mignon, and ribeye cuts.
In addition to its tasty smoked and fresh meats, Amana offers jarred fruits, vegetables, pickles, and condiments. You'll enjoy adding these products to the meats here to create a delicious meal.
While you're at the shop, pop into the back room, where you'll find a large selection of kitchen accessories and implements to help you create delicious, gourmet meals.
You'll find Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse at 4513 F. St., Amana, IA 52203. The retail shop is open Monday through Saturday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m..
Have you visited Amana Meat Shop & Smokehouse? To learn more about this long-standing community icon, visit its website and follow the shop on its Facebook page.
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