MIKE ATHEY
CAMPBELL’S BAY Nov. 20, 2020
Les Viandes Butcherboys, a new butcher shop in Campbell’s Bay, officially opened its doors to the public on Nov. 20.
Owner Mathieu Comeau said that he thought a butcher shop was a necessity for the area so . . .
he took over a space that had previously housed one. As a bonus much of the old freezers, counters and butcher equipment came along with the investment.
“People can benefit from it because they can get personalized cuts and personalized service,” said Comeau.
An online store will be set up to service those inside and outside of the Pontiac.
On top of a variety of meats and deli, Comeau is hoping in the future to expand the shop to serve as a regional grocery store. They are getting fridges ready for some initial items.
“We want to have some vegetables, dairy and cheeses,” he said. “We also have been in touch with some local producers who make honey.”
Construction is already under way to build a production room that will be ready some time next year.
Hunters will be able to bring in an animal, such as a deer, and have it butchered into different cuts.
The opening didn’t go perfectly, as the refrigeration systems needed a bit of servicing and it forced a delay of the original start date of Nov. 7. Though not completely resolved, they got enough freezers ready to go for the 20th.
Pending the pandemic situation, Comeau hoped to hold a proper opening ceremony when more people could gather together. He said they might have a pig roast at the time and share with the community.
