Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Douglas Mincey. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.

Hi Douglas, thanks for joining us today. What’s the backstory behind how you came up with the idea for your business?

The Meatbone Market story begins with a young man named Douglas Arthur Mincey, who at a very young age lost his parents, found himself having to assume the responsibilities of an adult.

At 17 he got his first job at Greens Grocery and there he learned everything about this world of meat, special cuts and grills. He became a responsible adult with the dream of one day running his own business. After 11 years working at Greens, his wife’s support, and their business experience, the idea of Meatbone was born.

Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.

Douglas started at a small hometown grocery store in Gainesville, Ga back in 2008. It was his first real job, which he knew nothing about at the time, he began learning about meats. He takes pride in what he does and was confident he could start his own shop with 13 years of experience. After meeting his wife (Amanda Morais) and in laws (Roberto and Debora Morais), they told him that they had businesses of their own. Soon after, the idea was born of our family opening our own business. We did plenty of planning and worked together to finally make the dream come true. We all love food and cooking so why not share what we eat with everyone else. Bringing American and Brazilian cultures together.

Meatbone’s mission is to bring quality to those who like to eat well and healthy.  Making sure that every family meal has the quality and flavor of our market Meatbone, from our table to yours.

We offer special cuts of meat, a variety of wines, imported products, and ready meals of exclusive and special recipes. We are looking to offer the best costumer service and change the butcher shop experience.

We have options, handmade, of meals to go, fresh salads, chicken salad, casseroles, cooked meats, and also frozen products to be consumed at home.

We carry Prime Grade meats, unpacked and fresh, to serve at any size, type, and cut to our costumers.

Formed by a family who loves meat
and wants to change the food quality for the customers.

What’s been the most effective strategy for growing your clientele?

We believe unique and quality products. The personal interaction experience each and every time.
Learning more about our customer base

What’s worked well for you in terms of a source for new clients?

Word to mouth around the area and social media platforms such as facebook and instagram

Contact Info:

• Website: www.meatbonemarket.com
• Instagram: www.instagram.com/meatbonemarket
• Facebook: www.facebook.com/MeatboneMarket

Image Credits
Photographer: Douglas Mincey, one of the owners of Meatbone Market