By: Evan Barrett

Evan Barrett of Michigan is a new hunter and NDA member who killed his first deer at an NDA Field to Fork hunt in 2021. He’s also a professional chef and sommelier.

How to Make Venison Roast Beast Sandwiches

Dec 3, 2024 Evan Barrett

Editor’s Note: Evan Barrett of Michigan learned to hunt deer through NDA’s Field to Fork program, and he has continued to participate in the program as a mentor to other new hunters. As a professional…

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8 Rules for Great Venison Burgers from a Professional Chef

May 22, 2024 Evan Barrett

Call me old-fashioned, but I love a good burger. Maybe it’s the diversity of toppings and cooking techniques. Maybe it comes from my love of sandwiches. Regardless, I can tell you I could eat a…

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How a Professional Chef Makes Venison Smash Burgers

Sep 6, 2023 Evan Barrett

Smash burgers have really gained popularity in the past few years, although they’ve been under our noses for decades. Using venison is a great way to elevate the typical smash burger to world-class. In this…

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Venison Backstrap Grilling Tips from a Professional Chef

Nov 29, 2022 Evan Barrett

Evan Barrett of Michigan is a new hunter who killed his first deer at an NDA Field to Fork hunt in 2021. He’s also a professional chef and sommelier. He shared a photo of the…

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