Customer Spotlight: Keren Wortham

Interview with Keren Wortham

What originally brought you to The Maker’s Meadow and what keeps you coming back?  

I became aware of The Maker's Meadow after meeting John and his mother Rebecca at a Dayton Weston A. Price Foundation Chapter meeting. What makes me purchase meat from the Maker's Meadow first and foremost is the quality. They sell the best meat I have ever tasted and also offer home delivery.

Have you made any dietary changes by including more grass-fed meats into your diet? If so, please share the benefits you’ve noticed.

I started eating grass-fed meat about 3 years ago. I was motivated to switch from a vegetarian/vegan diet to including grass fed animal foods after struggling with chronic migraines & food intolerance. I was able to alleviate most of those issues and postpartum depression/anxiety with bone broth and raw dairy products sourced from grass fed animals in my diet. In general I just feel more clear headed and alert compared to when I eat grain-fed meat. It also tastes better.

You and your son Jordan took a tour of The Maker’s Meadow Farm last fall. What did you learn from that tour or come to better understand or appreciate about regenerative farming?

The biggest takeaway I had from the farm tour is how much John cares about his animals and the quality of meat they produce. It is very rare to find a local farmer who does not use chemicals to maintain their farm let alone go to the trouble of using practices such as rotational grazing and increasing soil fertility. 

What products do you like to order from The Maker’s Meadow and why? 

The lamb sausage, liver, and the ground beef have become my favorite items to purchase. I've noticed the liver has a much milder taste than from anywhere I've purchased. 

Do you have a favorite recipe or tips on how you like to prepare different cuts of meats? 

I am a pretty simple cook. I make bone broth on a regular basis and prefer most of my meat pretty rare. I'm always open to learning different cooking techniques & recipes!

If you were to write a review about The Maker’s Meadow or tell your friends about this farm, what would you say?  

I would say this farm has the best meat I've ever tasted. You will be hard pressed to find a farmer that cares as much about the quality of food his farm produces.

Anything else you would like to share?

I had to learn the hard way how important clean/nutrient dense meat is by struggling with some health issues. I know a lot of people purchase grain-fed meat because of the cost and they feel it's more convenient going to the local grocery store. This past year should make all of us not only have consideration for maintaining our health and what we put into our bodies. We should also consider where we will buy our groceries if there are food shortages such as ones that occurred earlier (last) year. Buying local grass-fed meat may cost more in the short term but for me at least my health is my number one priority. I want to do my part, no matter how small, supporting farmers such as John who help me to sustain it. 

Thank you Keren for taking the time to share your story. I am grateful that the meat we provide for you here at The Maker’s Meadow plays an essential role in your health journey.