Poultry

Grey Partridge

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Grey partridge is the classic small brown farmland bird of Europe, with tender, subtly gamey meat that defines traditional partridge roasts. It is milder and finer than red-legged birds and smaller than pheasant—perfect for single-person whole roasts. Bard with bacon, roast quickly, rest, and serve with bread sauce or game crumbs. Wild grey partridge is a seasonal luxury as populations have fallen in intensive farmland.

Also known as: Grey partridge, Perdrix grise