Limited edition salami created in memory of charcuterie fan Paul

One year after the tragic death of Paul Young, Ottery St Mary restaurant and charcuterie Rusty Pig has released a limited edition salami in his honour.

Owner Robin Rea set up Rusty Pig Charcuterie in partnership with Paul in 2016, after they met at a butchery course.

Together, they launched a range of wholesale charcuterie that quickly became popular with pubs, farm shops and at food festivals across the South West. Tragically, just as the business was taking off, Paul died in a motorbike accident in Somerset.

Robin Rea said: “We were all totally devastated to lose Paul this way; he had become central to the business and his charisma, charm and humour were adored by everyone here.

“As a tribute, we have created a special salami that we've named the ‘Figatelli’ - we’re going to be using this in the restaurant.”

The Figatelli is a traditional salami that includes pork, pigs liver and a subtle blend of spices and herbs including bay leaf and cloves with a generous smattering of black pepper.

“With his huge passion for charcuterie, we know Paul would have enjoyed it. Still greatly missed by us all, this one is for him,” added Robin.