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WHEN introducing newcomers to the joys of eating game, I usually turn to pheasant as the ‘gateway’ meat to get them hooked.

After I have given them my assurances that the flavour will not be overpowering (and that it will not come with a side of maggots), I like to throw in a few nutritional facts. My favourites being that pheasant has more protein, less fat and lower cholesterol than chicken.

If they are still hesitant, it’s time to show not tell. Few people can resist a steaming, aromatic

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