Taste Gone Wild | Norsemen Deer Manage

From Field to Fork

Our Taste Gone Wild initiative links ethical deer management with Scotland’s growing wild food movement.
We collaborate with others who share our values of provenance, welfare, and respect for the environment.

Together, we aim to make wild venison more visible, accessible, and celebrated — not just as a meal, but as a statement of responsibility.

Why It Matters

Choosing wild venison helps:

Reduce overgrazing and woodland damage.
Improve biodiversity and habitat recovery.
Support local jobs and rural economies.
Promote humane wildlife management.
Celebrate Scotland’s natural abundance responsibly.

Eat Wild. Think Responsibly.

At Norsemen Deer, our food philosophy is simple: What we take from the land, we take with purpose. What we eat from the wild, we eat with gratitude.

By choosing wild venison, you join a movement of people who believe that good food can do good for the land, the animal, and the future we share.

Taste Gone Wild is here to show just how easy and enjoyable cooking with venison can be. Naturally lean, full of flavour, and packed with goodness, venison makes a tasty and healthy choice for everyday meals. It’s a local, sustainable resource that connects us to the countryside and makes the most of what nature provides. Our recipes are simple, flexible, and designed to suit busy households — from hearty family favourites to quick midweek suppers. With a little inspiration, venison can become a regular part of your kitchen, offering variety, nourishment, and a touch of something special.

We take our inspiration from the Scandinavian kitchen, where venison is a trusted, everyday protein and a valued part of the food culture. At the same time, we celebrate Scotland’s own traditions, bringing you dishes that highlight our heritage and showcase what makes wild food here so unique.

And because no table is complete without something sweet, we’ve also included some of our favourite cake recipes for you to try — simple bakes that pair perfectly with a pot of tea after a long day outdoors.