The Reality of Venison: Why We Shoot & How We Cook | Chinwag Wednesday with @jessicainthefield Ep 18

🎥 JOIN THE CHANNEL & SUPPORT THE JOURNEY Become a member and unlock exclusive perks 👉 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFDMz4wVDQ-ytrLobvxPMQ/join If you want to understand the true connection between the land and your plate, you have to understand the harvest. In this week's 'Chinwag Wednesday,' I’m joined by @jessicainthefield to discuss the vital role of deer management, the art of the stalk, and why venison is the ultimate sustainable protein. We’re breaking down the journey from the field to the fire, covering everything from shooting ethics to the best live-fire techniques for wild game. Whether you're a seasoned stalker or just curious about ethical meat sourcing, there’s plenty to dig into here. Grab a brew, settle in, and let's talk shop. In this video, we cover: The importance of sustainable deer management. Tips for cooking venison over an open flame. The intersection of shooting, fishing, and fine food. Why 'Field-to-Fork' is more than just a buzzword. 👋 Thanks so much for watching and being part of the Hunter Gatherer Cooking community. If you enjoyed the video, please give it a thumbs up and subscribe for more wild food, fire cooking, and adventure. Got a question or a video idea? Drop it in the comments – I read every one. 🔥 Support the Channel If you love what I do and want to help fuel future content, travel, and filming: 💥 Join the channel from just 99p/month – every bit helps and memberships can be cancelled anytime. 🔗 https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdFDMz4wVDQ-ytrLobvxPMQ/join 🎞️ Feature Films: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuZUcBcGA6zVPQll6ZUY6De6_do2DnXzq 🎯 My Firearms Journey (FAC Series): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MoaiT-FfkFo&list=PLuZUcBcGA6zW9V5NesDWVCX7FMFGd5XFA 🥩 Field to Fork (Deer to Plate): https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BnLHoU_0vY0&list=PLuZUcBcGA6zVfqPrlYiCi6kY4xFbqVRy9 🦌 Looking for a Guided Deer Stalk? Check out trusted stalks & experiences here: 👉 https://huntergatherercooking.co.uk/field-to-fork 📬 Let’s Connect 📧 Email: alex@huntergatherercooking.com 🌐 Website: https://huntergatherercooking.co.uk 📝 Blog: https://huntergatherercooking.co.uk/blog?blog=y 📱 Socials: Instagram | Facebook | TikTok | Pinterest | TripAdvisor 🎬 Business Enquiries 📧 alex@huntergatherercooking.com Thanks again for tuning in – there’s plenty more to come 🔥 Alex Editor | Hunter Gatherer Cooking Hunter Gatherer Cooking is a wild food and fire cooking experience that reconnects people with the land, their food, and each other. Founded by Alex Russon, HGC blends open-fire cooking, ethical hunting, and storytelling into immersive content and real-world events. From field to flame, we capture the full journey – stalking wild deer, harvesting responsibly, and cooking over fire using traditional and modern techniques. With a growing community on YouTube, social media, and at live events like Asado Fire Days, HGC isn’t just about food – it’s about flavour, fire, and a lifestyle rooted in nature, respect, and sustainability. Whether it’s cooking venison in the woods, building relationships around the fire, or travelling the world to meet like-minded hunters and chefs – HGC is where primal skills meet modern storytelling.