Reading up on Wagyu
2 deep · digging since apr 22
- How Wagyu, Japan’s Prized Beef, Took Over America - WSJ
Japanese Wagyu beef has spread across the United States, appearing in upscale restaurants and Costco freezers, prized for its buttery, melt‑in‑your‑mouth texture.
- ‘Wagyu’ Used to Guarantee Quality Beef. What Are You Paying for Today? - The New York Times
The 'Wagyu' label no longer reliably indicates premium beef quality, as competing interests in the industry battle over its reputation and consumer pricing.