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A-​1 Meat Shop
In terms of butchers and providers of unbelievable meat (including Halal meat) A-​1 is at the top of my list. Ever since I first had a taste of their pre-​marinated meat, I knew it would be a lifelong partnership between us. A-​1 started in England and was very successful, so much so that they opened one location in Vancouver and then another. With continued success they opened up a location in Brampton and have been hard sorting peeps out since.
From the shop I or my peers will order multiple pounds of the following and proceed to BBQ it via indirect heat for upwards of 35−45min. This ensures that the chicken remains tender juicy and not dry and burnt/​charred.
Yellow Chicken Wings: This is my favourite marinade at A-​1, it is stunningly sweet spicy and savory. Many a time have I eaten multiple pounds of these wings in one sitting, they are so good once you have one you can not stop. This meat is worthy of converting vegetarians.
Red Chicken: You may be thinking tandoori but it’s not exactly tandoori. I would say it definitely has some tandoori influence, but is definitely A-1’s proprietary marinade. Effin’ delicious. This chicken is typically available in drumstick, legs, breasts and wings.
Red Fish: The fish they use is White Fish and it has the same rub as the chicken above. This item is borderline unreal and if you follow the indirect heating procedure you will ensure you get the most out of this fish. The key is to not overcook it and move it around too much, or the fish will break apart and become dry.
Other than the above A-​1 also has regular chicken, lamb and other meats for sale. The Brampton location typically has their Red Chicken drumsticks in a rotisserie throughout the day to satisfy patrons who can’t wait until they get home to cook the chicken. Order a few pieces from the rotisserie and they will hit it up with garama masala, lemon and massive chunks of onion… Heavenly.
The dudes that work at A-​1 are very nice people and patient with you if you’re a first timer. The prices are very reasonable for the quality and flavour of the meat, the storefront and atmosphere is approachable and clean, and their website is solid with great pics, pricing and even recipes. Definitely my favourite BBQ resource.