Sugar Creek Meat

Radish, Clover and Rye are the current cover crops planted together to increase the health of the soil in the pen as well as provide fresh fodder for the pigs.

Established in 2012 by Tyler De Francisco, Sugar Creek Meat has raised small batches of heritage breed hogs with exacting techniques. Each year less than 30 pigs are raised on the farm so that they each receive the room, forage, clean water, and attention they deserve. Our feeding program includes sprouted grains, fresh greens, walnuts, and pears grown on the property. The hogs are raised an average of 18 months to produce a deep and rich flavor.

At Sugar Creek Meat, we take pride in offering an exquisite selection of heritage-breed pork products, crafted with meticulous care and dedication. Our small-batch approach ensures exceptional quality and unparalleled flavor in every bite.

Discover our offerings

  • Extra Sage Breakfast Sausage: Savor the aromatic blend of fresh sage in our breakfast sausage, elevating your morning meal to new heights.

  • Brown Sugar Maple Breakfast Sausage: Indulge in the luxurious fusion of brown sugar and pure maple syrup, creating a breakfast sausage that’s both sweet and savory.

  • Chorizo: Experience the bold, smoky flavors of our handcrafted chorizo, bringing a taste of tradition with a spicy kick.

  • Hot Italian Sausage: Ignite your palate with the robust and fiery notes of our hot Italian sausage, perfect for adding a zesty touch to any dish.

  • Sweet Italian Sausage: Delight in the classic, savory-sweet combination of our sweet Italian sausage, a versatile favorite for any meal.

  • Bratwurst: Enjoy the hearty, old-world charm of our savory bratwurst, ideal for grilling or simmering to perfection.

  • Jalapeno Bratwurst: Spice up your culinary creations with our jalapeno bratwurst, expertly balanced with a touch of heat.

  • Habanero Bratwurst: For those seeking an adventurous flavor journey, our habanero bratwurst delivers a bold, fiery experience.

  • Kielbasa: Relish the rich, smoky essence of our traditional kielbasa, a timeless classic for any occasion.

  • Pork Piri Piri Sausage: Embark on a culinary adventure with our pork piri piri sausage, marinated in a vibrant, spicy sauce inspired by Portuguese cuisine.

    Exclusive Cuts:

  • One-inch Thick Bone-in Pork Chops: Indulge in the tender, juicy perfection of our thick, bone-in pork chops, ideal for gourmet grilling or pan-searing.

  • Ribeye and Strip Pork Chops (1” Thick): Treat yourself to the luxurious marbling and exquisite flavor of our ribeye and strip pork chops, a connoisseur's delight.

  • Skin-on Pork Belly: Elevate your dishes with our premium skin-on pork belly, renowned for its rich, succulent flavor and crispy texture.

  • Ribs: Revel in the tender, fall-off-the-bone goodness of our heritage breed ribs, perfect for slow-cooking or grilling to excellence.

  • Ham Hocks, Skin-on: Infuse your soups and stews with the deep, savory richness of our skin-on ham hocks, a staple for traditional flavor.

  • Leaf Lard: Experience the superior quality of our pure leaf lard, perfect for achieving the flakiest pastries and enhancing your favorite recipes.

    Discover the heritage and craftsmanship in every bite of Sugar Creek Meat's premium pork products. Taste the difference that small-batch, heritage breed farming makes today

    • One-inch Thick Bone-in Pork Chops- 22$/#

    • Ribeye and Strip Pork Chop 1” Thick- 20$/#

    • Skin on Pork Belly- 12$/#

    • Ribs- 10$/#

    • Ham Hocks, Skin on- 8$/#

    • Leaf Lard- 5$/#

Other Offering:

  • Custom butchery to your specifications: From a whole hog to each individual bit, with Sugar Creek Meat you can have exactly the cuts you prefer, and sausage spiced to your specifications. We are excited to offer new cuts and sausage blends never available before, at our next harvest!

  • Events: Let us make your next event special with our exclusive onsite butchery and chef service.

  • Farm Tours: Schedule a private tour of our farm today and see first-hand how our animals are raised and go home with some amazing pork products.

  • Farm consultations: Let Tyler tell you about his experience as a first-generation farmer and advise you on your homesteading endeavors.

  • Bacon/prosciutto curing classes: take home bacon you have custom spiced to cure in your fridge- it’s easy and so fun to create your own flavor profile for special events or dishes.

    We offer our products at East Asheville Tailgate Market (eastashevillemarket.com) Fridays 3:00-6:00pm. Located just off Tunnel Road in Groce Methodist Church parking lot. Come enjoy this bustling market with EBT accepted for our pork and doubled for vegetables for sale by the incredible vender line up!

    Now serving the community of South Asheville, Fletcher, and Mills River every Saturday 8am-Noon at the Mills River Farm Market | Mills River, NC.

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