Want to bring the classic New York deli experience into your own kitchen? You don't have to hit up a specialty market for the best possible sandwich — just turn to these deli meat brands instead.
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00:00Want to bring the classic New York deli experience into your own kitchen?
00:04You don't have to hit up a specialty market for the best possible sandwich.
00:08Just turn to these deli meat brands instead.
00:12If you're looking for lean, all-natural deli meat for your next sandwich, look no further
00:17than Thumann's. This family-owned and operated brand offers an all-natural product line.
00:22Thumann's products are also heart-healthy for life, which means they're made using
00:27the leanest cuts of meat available that have been trimmed by hand to remove unwanted fat.
00:32These deli meats also have little added sugar and salt to keep them as naturally delicious
00:37as possible, making them well-suited for a low-cholesterol and low-saturated fat diet.
00:43They use only the finest and freshest ingredients,
00:46guaranteeing customers the best-tasting, healthiest products available.
00:50The best part? The brand has a wide variety of products available from classics like
00:54hickory-smoked turkey breast and Black Forest ham to more specialty items like hot capicolo
01:01or mortadella made with pistachios. Beyond its deli meats, Thumann's also offers sliced cheeses,
01:07sausages, condiments, and pre-made salads like potato and macaroni salad,
01:12ensuring you have everything you need to put together a delicious meal.
01:16Since 1949, Distel Family Ranch has been producing delicious deli meat.
01:21This family-owned business is committed to quality and what it calls the Distel difference.
01:26The brand follows strict animal welfare guidelines and is committed to the highest
01:31environmental standards, giving all of its chickens and turkeys clean and safe spaces
01:36to explore on the farm. All of the animals are also fed 100 percent vegetarian diets
01:41and aren't given any antibiotics or growth stimulants for the most natural meat possible.
01:46The company's impressive standards don't stop there. All its meats are seasoned with real
01:51ingredients and spices, and it even offers low-sodium varieties for those looking to
01:56limit their salt intake. All of these elements not only add up to create healthy and all-natural
02:01deli meats, but also ones that taste delicious. These fan-favorite products get rave reviews from
02:06customers who can truly taste the Distel difference when compared to heavily processed deli meats.
02:13Kretschmar is a leading name in deli meat. This German brand has been in business for nearly 150
02:19years, serving up a wide variety of meats, from crowd-plazers like roasted turkey breast
02:24and oven-roasted chicken breast, to more niche items like unsmoked cooked pastrami and pickle
02:30and pepper loaf. All of Kretschmar's beef and poultry deli meat is hand-trimmed and cut,
02:35giving it an artisanal taste and texture. Its meat is sourced from lean, tender cuts,
02:40and this natural approach applies to all of the brand's different lines,
02:44including the Master's Cut, Old World, and off-the-bone assortments. Kretschmar is now
02:49owned by Smithfield, one of the largest food companies in the world, but this shift in
02:54ownership has not negatively impacted the quality, thanks to Smithfield's commitment
02:58to sustainability and food safety. At Kretschmar, we give our meats and cheeses more love and care
03:04than anyone else. It not only prioritizes animal care and humane treatment, but also enforces strong
03:11food safety policies and procedures to deliver delicious and reliable quality to its customers.
03:17Applegate Natural's deli meat really lives up to its name. This minimally processed product
03:22is free of artificial flavors, colors, chemical preservatives, and other synthetic ingredients,
03:28so customers get the most authentic, all-natural meat possible. Applegate has a detailed policy in
03:33place to ensure the humane treatment of all its animals. All animals are fed a 100% vegetarian
03:40or grass-fed diet, have room to roam, and are given environmental enrichments so they can
03:45participate in typical animal behavior. The company also maintains a strict no-antibiotics-ever policy
03:52when it comes to its animals. Even if an animal falls ill and requires prescribed antibiotics from
03:57a professional, it's then sold outside of the company's supply chain to ensure the antibiotics
04:02don't taint their pristine process. Applegate Natural's is similarly stringent with all other
04:08additives and the most common allergens, including soy, milk, tree, nuts, and wheat.
04:13Choose from classics like Black Forest Ham and Herb Turkey Breast, or expand your palate with
04:18Cuban-inspired Pork Loin or Honey and Maple Turkey Breast to change things up.
04:24Known for its delicious salamis and cured meats, Olympia Provisions' products are a must for your
04:30next charcuterie board. All of the pork used to make its products is sourced from a small
04:35and exclusive selection of farms that supply only meat that is antibiotic and hormone-free.
04:40Olympia Provisions also prioritizes a whole-animal approach to pig farming,
04:45which means they use as much of the animal as they can to avoid waste and increase sustainability.
04:51All of the brand's salami is also lactose and gluten-free, and free of artificial preservatives.
04:56Once their salamis are made, they're packed in natural casings. The outside of the casing has
05:02all-natural organic white mold that inoculates the salami and protects it from harmful bacteria
05:08during the drying process.
05:09"...which means that the casings and how we hand-tie them, hand-hang them,
05:13handle them all really have a lot to do with natural casings."
05:18Not only are they delicious, but you can feel confident in knowing that
05:22all products are ethically made with top-quality ingredients.
05:26Deluso claims its products' delicious taste comes from the brand's natural approach to
05:30deli meat. All recipes are free of gluten, artificial flavors, and MSG, and handcrafted
05:36for the highest quality. Whether you prefer the Cajun-style turkey or the classic golden brown
05:42variety, all of Deluso's turkey is made with 100 percent white breast meat that has been basted in
05:47its own juices. The turkey products are also free of extenders, fillers, and binders, so you can
05:53feel confident you're consuming just the turkey meat with each bite. Similarly, all of Deluso's
05:58beef products are made from USDA Choice Black Angus beef and hand-trimmed for the best flavor
06:04and lowest fat content. Like the beef and turkey, the ham products are also made from whole muscle
06:10meat, without fillers or artificial flavorings. Any smoked ham has also been smoked with real wood,
06:16offering an authentic and delicious taste. No matter which type of deli meat you prefer,
06:21all Deluso products are minimally processed, ensuring they are as natural as possible.
06:26True Story was founded to combat the harmful practices in the food industry.
06:30The brand's approach is to slow down and prioritize quality over quantity,
06:35delivering a delicious and all-natural product to customers. Every True Story product is clean,
06:41organic, and all-natural. They're also made with butcher-favorite cuts for premium quality and
06:46taste. The brand is also committed to prioritizing animal welfare. True Story partners with farmers
06:51who exclusively use humane practices and ethically raise their animals. Its partners
06:56also adhere to strict sustainability practices, including lower carbon emissions, using
07:01biodegradable packaging, and reduction of food waste. All of these stringent processes combine
07:06to create the delicious True Story deli meats. It offers a wide variety of turkey, chicken,
07:11beef, and pork products that will satisfy every taste and craving. From classics like organic
07:17oven-roasted turkey breast to more unusual offerings like teriyaki sesame chicken breast,
07:22there is a True Story product for everyone.
07:26Niman Ranch boasts a wide variety of meat products, from fresh lamb, beef, and pork cuts,
07:32to artisanal charcuterie and deli meats, to hot dogs and sausages. Though the brand only
07:37offers six varieties of pre-packaged, pre-sliced deli meat, it ranges from applewood-smoked ham,
07:43to roast beef, to Canadian bacon, to ensure there is a cut for almost any preference and palette.
07:48Its top-quality products also come highly recommended by chefs, thanks to its long-standing
07:53reputation for high-quality and humane practices. All of these Niman Ranch deli meats are certified
07:59humane. The animals are all raised with care by an exclusive network of small farmers,
08:04committed to sustainable and humane practices. Animals are fed 100 percent vegetarian diets,
08:10and never given hormones or antibiotics, for the most natural final product possible.
08:14And these strict standards pay off in the final flavor of the product.
08:19Schaller & Weber is a New York deli institution. Originally founded on the city's Upper East Side,
08:24this German-style deli has been open for nearly 100 years. While New Yorkers have
08:29always had easy access to the European-style meats available at the deli counter,
08:33Schaller & Weber has now made its offerings available around the world.
08:36These delectable sausages, salamis, cold cuts, and pâtés are favored by some of the most
08:42recognizable New Yorkers, including renowned hostess Martha Stewart. Other available deli
08:48meats, like the oven-roasted turkey and French Bistro uncured ham, are also crafted to the
08:53same elite standards. While you can order these products online and recreate your favorites at
08:58home, nothing beats an in-person visit to the deli counter for freshly sliced deli meat on one of
09:04Schaller & Weber's famous sandwiches. The options are all deli counter classics,
09:09crafted with its renowned deli meat.
09:12Plainville Farms uses turkeys raised by family farmers, who prioritize the health and well-being
09:17of their flocks, offering a stress-free environment for them to roam and to help prevent sickness.
09:22We strive to provide for the consumer an all-natural,
09:26nutritional, and affordable turkey product.
09:30All animals are raised organically and humanely, with a 100% vegetarian diet that is free of
09:35artificial additives and any animal byproducts, and those benefits are passed on to the consumer
09:41in the final taste of the meat. The Plainville Farms products are a strong crowd favorite,
09:46with some claiming it tastes so fresh, it seems like it's just been carved.
09:50Choose from both roasted and smoked varieties, or for those watching their sodium,
09:55Plainville also has a no-salt-added alternative. No matter which you choose and whether used on a
10:00classic turkey sandwich, as a roll-up with cheese slices, or even eaten alone,
10:06this turkey is undeniably high-quality.
10:09This California-based company brings classic Italian artistry to its cured meats.
10:14Inspired by the long-standing tradition of Italian culture and cooking,
10:18Framani uses only real, high-quality ingredients and humanely raised animals to create its salamis
10:25and sausages. All of the pork is raised without antibiotics or growth hormones,
10:29and it's committed to humane and sustainable practices that preserve the land,
10:34animals, and people throughout the process. Most of the products are also free of gluten,
10:38including the dry salami, cooked salami, pancetta, and sausages. In addition to the
10:44quality of the ingredients, Framani is also committed to slow aging of its meats.
10:49Many of its products are aged 40, 60, or sometimes even 100 days to create high-quality,
10:55flavorful products, and this patience is one of many things that help set Framani's products apart.
11:01While the brand has classics like pepperoni and Genoa salami, it also offers unusual flavor
11:07combinations, like the rosemary ham or sweet basil smoked sausage, that are more unique must-haves.
11:14This Italian family-owned brand offers authentic meats worldwide.
11:18Sotterio offers a wide variety of smoked meats, like prosciutto, capicolo, and soppressata,
11:25all made from ham that has been sourced from monitored cattle and prepared in steam ovens.
11:31The roasted deli meats, on the other hand, have been expertly prepared by hand on a grill,
11:35with the addition of natural herbs for intensified flavor. The brand also offers
11:40a line of organic charcuterie meats that are made exclusively from organic hogs.
11:45In addition to the Italian authenticity in each product, Sotterio also began focusing
11:50on reducing the environmental impact of its production and packaging process during the 1990s,
11:56helping to improve sustainability. Over time, it also made other eco-conscious improvements,
12:01including adding solar panels to its facilities to reduce carbon dioxide emissions by over 1,500
12:08tons annually. While its products may be on the pricier side, they are widely loved by consumers
12:13thanks to the flavor. The pre-sliced varieties, including oven-roasted ham fresco or hot coppa
12:19fresco, are also extra convenient for making a quick snack or sandwich while still delivering
12:24premium quality. This New Hampshire-based smokehouse is swimming in accolades. It was
12:31voted America's Top 10 Best Bacon by Men's Journal, New England's Best Meat by Yankee Magazine,
12:37and the Best Bacon in America by Food & Wine. And while these awards don't always equate to
12:43high quality or high standards, in the case of North Country Smokehouse, it does. While the
12:48brand prioritizes culinary excellence and artisanal practices, it also offers intense flavor and
12:54delicious variety for its customers, but not without sacrificing sustainability and humane
13:00farming practices. North Country Smokehouse partners with a network of certified humane
13:05and organic pork producers, ensuring that all of the animals are treated well. They're also raised
13:10USDA organic, fed a vegetarian diet, and never given animal byproducts, growth hormones,
13:16or antibiotics. While North Country Smokehouse's pork products may be the star of its offerings,
13:22this smokehouse has a wide variety of different deli meats available to cater to every taste.