In large measure
AYRSHIRE butcher ‘We hae meat’ has created the ‘world’s largest’ square sausage slice to mark the inaugural National Square Sausage Day on March 25.
The giant square sausage slice believed to be the largest ever produced spans an impressive 30cm x 40cm, 25 times bigger than an average slice, and weighs in at 2.275kg.
‘We hae meat’ teamed up with the Edinburgh-based Breadwinner Bakery who produced a colossal morning roll to fit the enormous sausage.
Jamie, eight, Daisy, eight and Leo, nine, from Dailly Primary School’s P4/5 class, lent helping hands for the finishing touches, adding dollops of tomato and brown sauce.
Craig Chalmers, commercial manager at ‘We hae meat’, said: “We produce more than 21 million slices of square sausage every year, but we wanted to challenge ourselves to do something really special to commemorate the first ever National Square Sausage Day.
“It’s been fantastic to see the enthusiasm for Scotland’s beloved square sausage since we announced the national day.
“Today, we’re inviting square sausage lovers in Scotland and beyond to join in the festivities by enjoying a square sausage breakfast, lunch or dinner.”
Pupil Jamie described the experience as “amazing,” saying: “The square sausage and the roll were huge it was so much fun getting to be here to see it, and I know my friends at school are going to be really jealous.”
Established in 2007, ‘We hae meat’ is a leading producer of premium meat products, operating from its Ayrshire farm and factory.
The family business produces more than 21 million slices of square sausage a year.
To mark the national day, ‘We hae meat’ is also donating square sausage meals to the Dailly Community Pantry and all pupils and staff at Dailly Primary School.
The company recently claimed the Green Family Business of the Year and Scottish Family Business of the Year awards at The Herald Scottish Family Business Awards.
‘We hae meat’s’ full range is available in major grocery retailers across Scotland, including Tesco, Morrisons, Asda, Co-Op and Iceland.