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JUNE 2017 MARKETPLACECONTRACOSTA.COM 33 KFF located inside Young’s Market slice, grind, and trim their own meats; process special orders for all types of meat, fish, poultry, and game; and even provide catering services. KFF is open seven days a week, and there is a seemingly constant ebb and flow of customers throughout the day. This team works together like a well-oiled machine, and their customer service is unparalleled. They greet and smile at customers, call them by name, and are extremely friendly and accommodating. Larry and his team will prepare special cuts of meats for any occasion; in fact, a few days after our interview, they received a special order for a whole pig for a roast. During the holiday season, KFF takes special orders for fresh turkeys, hams and other holiday favorites. Larry and his crew will offer cooking tips and will sometimes even cook meats on request. Their catering services usually consist of plattered dishes, sandwiches, and fresh salads; however, entrees and appetizer options are also available. Larry is more than willing to customize offerings to meet the needs of customers’ events. One to several weeks advance notice for catering is required, depending on the size and/or complexity of the orders. Be sure to check out their catering menu available on the website. Larry lives in Montclair with his wife, Jessica; son, Patrick, who is 19 and attends San Francisco State University; and daughter, Phoebe, age 10. Jessica is an active volunteer of PALS (People, Animals, Love and Support) East Bay, a nonprofit animal rescue organization, which also offers monthly free vaccine clinics in Oakland. Larry sometimes assists Jessica with her volunteer efforts; however, KFF keeps him quite busy, to say the least! Larry’s short term goals are to develop and grow their current market in the community, continuing to bring customers fresh and healthy prepared, or easily prepared, foods to make their hectic lives easier. He has some new ideas to expand on this concept, so there will no doubt be new and exciting offerings from this young owner in the not-too-distant future. Until then, I highly encourage you to take a scenic drive up Arlington Avenue to Kensington Fine Foods and try one or more of the wonderful foods I’ve shared in this review. Perhaps pick up sandwiches and salads for a weekend picnic; or maybe some ribs or chicken for a quick and easy dinner. For faster service, orders may be called in ahead of time, and will be ready when you arrive. You will love the food and the service, and it’s a sure bet that once you try KFF, you’ll be back! I know that I will! before anything else, we’re all human rethink your bias at lovehasnolabels.com


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