114053 Wed Oct 29 09:02:41 -0800 2003 4 7 Chicago Area 0 620455 Does anyone know where to find one of the farm-raised wild turkeys that I hear are now available? Wed Oct 29 09:02:41 -0800 2003 0 Jack Schmidt 1 620456 If you're thinking of the heritage turkeys, which are being offered through Slow Food, you can contact the farmer, John Caveny, directly. His number is 217-762-7767. Wed Oct 29 09:18:22 -0800 2003 620455 0 MAG 1 620461 Just curious. Has anyone had wild turkey (not the one in the bottle) and how does it compare with domestic? We always grill a bird for Thanksgiving and Christmas and if it's a real taste treat, I'd like to surprise the family party gatherers. Thanks. Wed Oct 29 11:13:32 -0800 2003 620455 0 Mr. T 2 620464 Again, if we're talking about the heritage birds, I roasted one last year. It was smaller (around 9 lbs.) but intensely flavorful. In fact, I typically dislike turkey so this was the first Thanksgiving that I enjoyed the main course since I was little. The breast meat is darker, as it would be on a wild bird, the taste is gamier, and it does benefit from brining to increase its tenderness. I highly recommend it. Wed Oct 29 11:28:06 -0800 2003 620461 0 MAG 3 620480 Hmm. Sounds quite tasty. Will definitely raise the possibility with my wife. Wed Oct 29 12:49:42 -0800 2003 620464 0 Mr. T