The Economic Times

This Kentucky man loved eating steak; one severe reaction changed everything. Today, he runs a farm of 400 ostriches to get the taste of beef back

Brent Williams faced a life-altering challenge when he developed alpha-gal syndrome due to tick bites, rendering mammalian meat unsafe for consumption. In his quest for alternatives, he turned to ostrich meat, which remarkably delivers a similar flavour profile to beef. Today, as a co-founder of Alpha Roost Farms, he raises an impressive flock of over 400 ostriches, offering a delicious option for those with similar allergies, rekindling a once-loved taste.