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Saturday, February 27, 2010
Because Covered Pork Chops are not the Same as Smothered Pork Chops
While the name may have some other more nefarious connotations, it really is quite appropriate. I mean, what else woud we use? "Covered pork chops," doesn't work. Swamped? Enveloped? Gravyfied? No, smothered pork chops is exactly what these are.
The secret to this very simple recipe is to take your time and really brown the onions well. Short of being totally black, you really can't cook them too dark. This will give your gravy its deep, rich taste, and just as importantly, its mouth-watering color.
These are definitely going in the cookbook, so as always, if you give them a try, please let me know what you thought. Enjoy!
4 large pork chops, about 1 inch thick
1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon butter
1 large yellow onion, sliced
4 cloves garlic, finely minced
1 rounded tablespoon flour
1 1/2 cup chicken broth
1/4 cup buttermilk
1/4 cup water
4 cups cooked rice, optional
96 comments:
Hi Chef John, Why pour off the oil only to put more butter to brown the onions? Can't the oil be reused?
- February 27, 2010 at 10:47 PM
- Livia said...
Looks absolutely delicious!
Must try in the near future...
- February 27, 2010 at 10:58 PM
- Chef John said...
You could use the oil to fry the onions, but i like the taste of the butter cooked onions better, and I don't want double the fat, so I discard the oil.
- February 27, 2010 at 11:19 PM
Easy and just a few ingredients, will definitely try this. Love pork, the other white meat.
- February 28, 2010 at 10:50 AM
Hello Chef John,
Instead of pork could I use beef? If yes, what cut of beef would you recommend?
- February 28, 2010 at 11:52 AM
- Chef John said...
you could, but don't overcook. any steak cut would be ok.
- February 28, 2010 at 12:22 PM
Salisbury steak?
- February 28, 2010 at 1:47 PM
- Chef John said...
sure, give it a try
- February 28, 2010 at 3:18 PM
I just wanted to say that I haven't cooked my entire life and your blog seriously inspired me to start. Your explanations are PERFECT and the way you say things makes it sound so simple, which makes me believe I can do it (and so I do)! So far I've only made the aioli garlic bread but it was fabulous. Thank you, this blog is absolutely amazing.
- February 28, 2010 at 4:08 PM
- Chef John said...
wow, thanks!! glad to hear!
- February 28, 2010 at 6:01 PM
Hi Chef John!! Ok now you've done it over the top with this chop recipe. You have gone made a recipe vid for just about every dish I absolutely love and some new ones I never knew I would love. Plus you have shown me how to make these sinfully delicious creations which has made me a SMASH hit 'cook' around my circle of friends. You have only one dish left on my list of wanting to learn how to make better--beef wellington...here is hoping the future inspires you to teach us the secrets of wellington. I do a crappy version using Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough as the puff pastry (puff pastry scares me). It works sorta, but could be far better. Don't you like Wellington too enough to make that a project for this year? :)
- February 28, 2010 at 8:57 PM
Hi Chef John!! Ok now you've done it over the top with this chop recipe. You have gone made a recipe vid for just about every dish I absolutely love and some new ones I never knew I would love. Plus you have shown me how to make these sinfully delicious creations which has made me a SMASH hit 'cook' around my circle of friends. You have only one dish left on my list of wanting to learn how to make better--beef wellington...here is hoping the future inspires you to teach us the secrets of wellington. I do a crappy version using Pillsbury Crescent Roll dough as the puff pastry (puff pastry scares me). It works sorta, but could be far better. Don't you like Wellington too enough to make that a project for this year? :)
- February 28, 2010 at 8:57 PM
- Matthew said...
Surprisingly, we Chinese have a similar dish named "Porkchops and onions with rice" with the exact same ingredients and brownish gravy, however we Chinese don't use buttermilk or butter.
It's more of a "lunchbox" type of dish in Hong Kong, given that Hong Kong is a former Briths colony, I won't be surprised that it is not an authentic Chinese dish but a western one instead.
I wonder which culture plagiarized whom's
- March 1, 2010 at 12:19 AM
- Chris K. said...
That's the great thing about food and culture - so much exchange of ideas that it's difficult to tell where one cuisine begins and another ends.
But it's unlikely this dish was "plagiarized" but rather developed concurrently. Pork and onions have been consumed in Europe and China for thousands of years. And let's face it - they taste really good together!
I'm curious about the lack of pork stock in French haute cuisine. Why is that? Considering that almost every part of a pig can be used, there is no codified process (that I know of) for using pork stock.
The Japanese figured it out; tonkatsu ramen is delicious. So why not the French? Was it just a cultural preference?
- March 1, 2010 at 7:46 AM
- iliea said...
my favorite way to eat pork chops is topped with caramelized onions. i have always used red wine to cook the onions in the past. it makes for a sweet sauce. Thanks for posting this! YAY Chef John!
- March 1, 2010 at 12:33 PM
Huh. I made basically the same dish a while ago without realizing that it was an actual, known dish. But this version looks better.
- March 1, 2010 at 4:18 PM
Chef John, this looks very similar to "Country Style Steak" (also very popular here in the South), which utilizes cube steak (or cubed steak). The steak, however, is simmmered until it's tender as butter. Could I use this recipe for Country Style Steak?
- March 1, 2010 at 5:02 PM
- Chef John said...
sure, why not. let me know how it comes
- March 1, 2010 at 5:12 PM
- Roz said...
I just made this dish tonight, it was delicious! My husband came home from work and said the place smelled like a restaurant. The rice was so tasty with the gravy. It was like nothing I have ever had over rice. The onions kind of burned while I was caramelizing them, was that because I had the heat up too high? In the end they still tasted wonderful.
- March 1, 2010 at 8:57 PM
- Chef John said...
If the sauce tasted wonderful, then you didn't burn the onions. They must be dark brown. Maybe it was a little high, but sounds like it worked as intended. :-)
- March 1, 2010 at 9:11 PM
- Confused Mos said...
wow just tried it out today it was amazing thanks for the recipe, goiing try yhe ginger and spicy chicken next LOL
- March 3, 2010 at 3:48 PM
Made this pork just yesteday, burned my garlic so that tasted through, but other than that it was very smooth and delicious!
- March 4, 2010 at 2:21 AM
- Mister Dressner said...
Chef John, just wanted to say I always check your site first whenever I want to try something new, I've been a fan since I tried the clam spaghetti with capers. That one is favorite of mine now. I can't wait to try this one it looks fantastic. Keep it up John!
- March 5, 2010 at 2:40 AM
- Jesse from Detroit said...
Why do you recommend against beef broth?
- March 5, 2010 at 3:23 PM
- Chef John said...
tastes like beef
- March 5, 2010 at 3:39 PM
- Jesse from Detroit said...
The chicken/pork flavor combo is okay though?
- March 7, 2010 at 2:53 PM
- Chef John said...
Yes! (that's why I used it) ;-)
- March 7, 2010 at 3:05 PM
- Jace Tay said...
Hi Chef John, What can I substitute for buttermilk if I can't get it at my supermarket? Thanks!
- March 8, 2010 at 4:15 AM
- Chef John said...
sour cream or yogurt
- March 8, 2010 at 4:42 AM
- Lilian said...
Hi I made this tonight and I must say the recipe is simple yet it turns out delicious. My dad literally ate 2 pieces of pork chops (and in my opinion they were quite large). I made extra sauce (about 1 1/2 x the original amount) and I added in an extra onion. The pork chops turned out to be really tender and moist when its smothered in the sauce. Are they suppose to turn out like that Chef John? I also browned the onion until they were dark brown and caramelized and when I poured the chicken stock in I stirred the mixture around and scraped the browned bits off the pan to deglaze it and get out all the yummy goodness from the pan. I was thinking of perhaps using pork stock instead of chicken stock the next time...is this a good idea? Either way I wouldn't mind sticking to this recipe! Thanks again!
- April 4, 2010 at 6:38 AM
- Unknown said...
Hello, tonight i tried this recipe for dinner and it worked out great and tasted wonderful. I did have to make some small changes to adapt to my way of cooking and diet but it was just changing the vegetable oil for olive oil and skipping the milk.
Also i served with white rice and cherry tomatoes, my little brothers loved it.
Thanks for the great recipe!
- April 14, 2010 at 8:27 PM
- Unknown said...
Hi Chef John! This may be a VERY stupid question, but can I cook this whole recipe in like a LeCreuset stockpot thingie? I am asking because I only have non-stick pans which aren't the best for the onions and the deglazing part.. what do you think?
- April 22, 2010 at 2:43 PM
- Chef John said...
- April 22, 2010 at 3:52 PM
- Unknown said...
Hi Chef John
I have enjoyed many of your recipes here and so far they have all been top notch winners. I saw this today and it looked so good I thought I'd give it a go. I didn't have any chops but I thought I'd try it with boneless chicken breasts instead since that's what I had on hand and I figured the gravy would compliment them nicely as well. I was very pleased with the result although I will be sure and try this with chops next time to compare. I did not have any buttermilk so I used plain greek yogurt instead and it worked well. Thanks for another great meal!
- June 13, 2010 at 10:43 PM
If you don't have buttermilk would milk and a bit of lemon juice work? O would sour cream or yoghurt work better? I am currently in malaysia and can't find buttermilk anywhere even in those supermarkets that import goods from overseas. =(
- August 12, 2010 at 3:36 PM
- Chef John said...
a bit of yogurt would be fine.
- August 12, 2010 at 3:39 PM
Okay. I read a few online recipes and they say that to make homemade buttermilk just add 1tbsp lemon juice/vinegar to 1 cup milk and stand for 15 mins. Another alternative is 3/4 cup milk and 1/4 cup yoghurt. Is this likely to work to make buttermilk? Reviews have indicated that the taste is similar but not texture so don't use it as a substitute if ur making pancakes.
- August 14, 2010 at 1:39 PM
- Lilian said...
Ooops sorry typo error. 1/4 cup milk and 3/4 cup yoghurt.
- August 14, 2010 at 1:41 PM
- Chef John said...
I wish I could tell you, but I've never tried those methods. Let me know what happens.
- August 14, 2010 at 1:41 PM
- Lilian said...
Ok, I'll give it a try...milk with a bit of lemon juice and I think I'll add some lemon zest too with some thyme to give it more tanginess. Probably might end up like the chicken and milk recipe from jamie oliver. I'll let u know how it goes.
- August 15, 2010 at 8:52 AM
- jags52982 said...
My wife made this last night. She used pork steaks instead of pork chops. What a great dinner! Thanks for the great recipe.
- September 2, 2010 at 11:59 AM
Chef John, made this for din din tonight and it was awesome. I like that the ingredients were mostly at hand. I used yogurt instead of buttermilk because I am going out of town and didn't want to throw out the rest of the buttermilk, will try it the proper way next time. It was vanilla yogurt (thought it was plain) wont do that again, still tasted good though.
By the way, I discovered my 'inner butcher' and made phat pork chops from a pork roast and saved tons some money, nearly half the price at my supermarket. 2 foodwishes with one meal, thanks man!
- September 14, 2010 at 11:48 PM
- Zlaticelli said...
Dear Chef John,
First of all you are a living legend. Second of all, my roommate and I made this meal literally an hour ago and absolutely loved it. Your explanation of everything is so simple to follow, and your humor always cracks me up. I wish you the best!
- September 15, 2010 at 10:32 PM
- Chef John said...
so glad, thanks!!
- September 15, 2010 at 11:48 PM
- Eric said...
I made this last night and we loved it! I noticed in the video when you are finishing the sauce, there is a brief shot of the pan bottom that looks blackened. I thought I was being careful but my SS pan had large blackened areas that are resistant to cleaning.
Will you share your tips on cleaning a nice quality SS pan with us?
- September 17, 2010 at 11:25 AM
- Eric said...
I made this last night and we loved it! I noticed in the video when you are finishing the sauce, there is a brief shot of the pan bottom that looks blackened. I thought I was being careful but my SS pan had large blackened areas that are resistant to cleaning.
Will you share your tips on cleaning a nice quality SS pan with us?
- September 17, 2010 at 11:25 AM
- Chef John said...
Sorry, no secret tips, I just use soap and hot water.
- September 17, 2010 at 11:44 AM
Hi chef! Would you recommend to brine the pork used in this recipe? If so, how is it done best? Also, how long do you fry the pork per side? Is it on high heat? Thanks much!
- October 8, 2010 at 2:14 AM
Hi Chef, I made this tonight and it was even better than I imagined! The meat was sooooo tender en moist, and the gravy was perfect!!
- October 24, 2010 at 2:07 PM
- Chef John said...
Yes it would be less but no way I can give you exact time. Go by internal temp of 150. Then turn off.
- October 24, 2010 at 2:32 PM
beautiful recipe! it was easy even for a young cook like me!
- November 7, 2010 at 5:29 PM
Hey Chef John,
Can you use the pan-sear, throw in the oven for 8 minutes @ 375 technique with a chicken breast? I saw that one in another pork chop video that disappeared from your blog but is on youtube.
The breast will be sliced and put in some homemade tortillas.
But generally, I never know the most effective way to cook a chicken breast. I'm hoping I can do it similar to pork chops. Do I still have to use the simple marinate you showed us? (rice vinegar, garlic, bbq sauce).
- November 20, 2010 at 11:54 AM
- Chef John said...
Sorry, depends on the size. I would give you a time, just cook until done (165 internal temp) As far as marinades, there are hundreds! Search my recipes for "marinade" and you should see lots.
- November 20, 2010 at 12:27 PM
- frecklesspeckles said...
dang, i burned the onions while glazing... gotta try the sauce again...
- January 12, 2011 at 6:30 PM
- frecklesspeckles said...
did the sauce again. i realized it was the butter that was burnt. probably set the flame too high. although i lost the left-over from frying the pork, it still taste great. yum...
by the way, i used the lemon/milk substitute to buttermilk ... it still taste great. :)
- January 12, 2011 at 8:04 PM
another great family recipe...between my kids and their friends, I'll be serving 9 tonight and am going completely over the top by making the all american mac and cheese to go with it...but hey, a side of asparagus will make up for all the fat right?
- January 15, 2011 at 11:05 AM
Doesn't the buttermilk curdle when it is heated?
- February 15, 2011 at 5:30 AM
Just found your site and can't wait to try some recipes. I love to cook, love to bake. If only I could do this as a profession life would be great. I also love that you're so personal with your site.
- February 27, 2011 at 4:07 AM
Nice down-to-earth meal.
When I brown onions, I prefer Spanish onions. They are a little sweeter. That supports the caramelization. For that I sometimes also add a very small pinch of sugar at the beginning.
- March 7, 2011 at 12:22 PM
#Fantastic, Johnny-o!
I'm gonna try that tomorrow night!
- March 30, 2011 at 9:37 PM
- Giles said...
Thanks, chef John. My Louisiana mother lives on in this recipe. She made this dish all the time for when Daddy came home from work. And of course it was over rice, what else? I never really knew how she did it 'til now.
Thanks so much
- April 5, 2011 at 10:05 AM
- Kris said...
Chef John,
I love this recipe. You have done it again. Simple, tasty with a splash of technique. And you still manage to trim the fat when you can.
- May 6, 2011 at 6:02 AM
A brilliant recipe, well shown, just made it for a Sunday meal. The folks loved it. I finished it with a bit of chopped parsley to freshen things up. It was delicious. Thanks Chef John.
- July 25, 2011 at 2:46 AM
is there another alternative for the butter milk?
- August 10, 2011 at 12:25 PM
- Chef John said...
Some use plain yogurt. Or leave out.
- August 10, 2011 at 12:27 PM
- Karen said...
Chef John, I made this last week and my family was smacking their lips and licking their fingers!! THAT NEVER HAPPENS!! It was DELICIOUS! Making it again today!! GOT A QUESTION? What kind of pot did you use? Stainless steel?
- September 28, 2011 at 1:42 PM
- Chef John said...
yes, SS. thanks!
- September 28, 2011 at 2:04 PM
- Lisa said...
This is now a go-to dish. Thank you for a meal everyone in my family agreed on!
- October 23, 2011 at 3:30 PM
Can I use EVOO?
- December 21, 2011 at 1:48 PM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
WOW!! I did something wrong because mine did not look as brown BUT I definitely did something right on the taste department.
- January 14, 2012 at 9:51 AM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
Tried this again, NAILED IT! The onions have to be to close to "almost burnt" for that mouthwatering color. Thanks Chef John.
Up next......LASAGNA.
- January 19, 2012 at 4:45 PM
Very very good! I was a little worried about my sauce because it looked lighter than in the video, but after some time simmering and the addition of the pork juice is started to look right. Best pork chops I've made! Thank you! I will definitely make this a keeper!
- January 24, 2012 at 7:45 PM
You are the Mr. Miyagi (from the Karate Kid) of the cooking world...I'm tired of being the butt of the joke because I never properly learned how to cook! This dinner tasted so amazing! Thanks for making the kitchens - and the dining rooms - of America a much better (and safe) place!
- February 2, 2012 at 9:52 PM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
Quick question Chef John, do you rub (pat) the poultry seasoning on the chops or add it to the sauce?
- February 8, 2012 at 9:26 PM
- Chef John said...
on the chops. btw, you know you're allowed to watch the videos multiple times, right? ;)
- February 8, 2012 at 9:53 PM
- 1Bigg_ER said...
HA! I've watched the video at least 10 times, made the chops 4 times, tomorrow will be the 5th time. I just never heard that part....until today. LOL
- February 8, 2012 at 10:45 PM
Hi Chef John...What a funny man you are! Question. My husband would like me to just fry pork chops. I always, no matter what I do, dry them out. This is why I landed here on your site because of the tutorial videos and because there is braising going on. I feel safe with liquid. I am going to try your smothered onions over my chops tonight depending if they thaw out in time or tomorrow night. I will comment the results afterwards but in the mean time; could you plan to do an easy successful flavorful succulent video on frying the pork chops (preferably bone in)? Or is it possible that fried pork chops can be all that?
- February 12, 2012 at 1:24 PM
It sure helps to have a video to show you exactly how each step is supposedchrome-extension://chiikmhgllekggjhdfjhajkfdkcngplp/arrows/dual/arrow_orange.png to look like. It kept me on track and because of all that this dish turned out exactly how it was supposed to; tender and flavorful...thank you, Chef John :) We will surely make this again. I paired it with baked jasmin rice and your recipe for Pan Seared Asparagus.
- February 12, 2012 at 10:04 PM
- JozieLee said...
Oooowe, was this a wonderful recipe. Used boneless pork cutlets and Sambal (which I bought for Superbowl wings) in place of cayene pepper. Dunno if it made a difference, but sure was a finger lickin' good chop. Next time I'll try boneless chicken breasts like one of the other comments suggested. Thanks, Chef John. You make me look like I know what I'm doin' in the kitchen. Cheers!
- March 8, 2012 at 1:29 AM
- Jackie said...
Hi Chef John
You really need to add a PRINT BUTTON.
- July 10, 2012 at 11:14 AM
You are the bomb Chef John...I have made a bunch of your recipes, but this is my fav. Have made it with chicken and pork. Never used buttermilk or yogert, is wonderful with out. Also throw in some mushrooms...heaven.
- October 1, 2012 at 7:46 PM
- Unknown said...
I actually used Pork Loin. Didn't have any chicken broth so I used veggie broth. I also mademy own seasonsing spice for the poulty seasoning. It was the Bomb. I've never look at loin as a comfort food, but I think I won't ever doubt it again. Thanx Again for another awsome recipe.
- November 2, 2012 at 7:41 PM
Dear chef John,
I love this menu that u have here and i will cook it tomorrow..by the way , i don't have poultry seasoning...can i just use salt and black pepper??? And with this Buttermilk, can i use like vanille cream also???
- November 5, 2012 at 4:51 PM
- Unknown said...
Hi Chef John,
I just cooked this for my mom and boyfriend and it was the best dinner ever! I just wanted to tell you that I thank you so much, I know I can always count on your recipes :)
- November 10, 2012 at 9:33 PM
- Chef John said...
so glad! thanks!
- November 10, 2012 at 11:29 PM
- The Doomsday Gourmet said...
Chef John, I made this tonight with a few minor changes. We loved it! I'll definitely be making this one again and possibly playing with ingredients more.
I didn't have poultry seasoning so I just used coarse sea salt and ground pepper. I didn't have buttermilk so I added a dash of cider vinegar to the sauce and finished it with some half and half since I had some around. I also used a small amount of rosemary. Delicious!
- December 16, 2012 at 8:30 PM
- Kalakap Malaysia said...
Dear Chef John,
Thank you for your generous sharing of the recipe. I have tried cook it with chicken, however the souce alone taste too salty. I keep adding water and sugar :( not sure what's wrong with it.. Please comment..
- December 24, 2013 at 10:52 AM
- Chef John said...
First of all you should always salt to taste. Never add all the salt and then decide it's too salty. Add some and taste and adjust. Secondly, the sauce is meant to be tasted on the meat, so if you taste a sauce alone it should be highly seasoned for that reason. Hope that helps!
- December 24, 2013 at 11:04 AM
- Kalakap Malaysia said...
Thank you so much :) Happy new year to you and have a great holiday!
- December 27, 2013 at 7:49 AM
- Unknown said...
I've been in the kitchen since I was a little girl, and being that my mother is extremely busy with work, I'm the chef. Everyone in our house loves a good pork chop. When I cooked these a few nights ago even my brother, who always insists on fried chops, loved them. I added only a pinch of cayenne and cumin to the gravy, which we had over rice on the side. Delicious as always, Chef John. <3
- August 2, 2014 at 2:09 AM
- Debi Remaley said...
Hi, Chef John,
I just made these pork chops. My family loved them. I am now a rock star woohoo. Thanks for the recipe and for your sense of humor
Deb in Pa.
- December 10, 2014 at 1:26 PM
- Rowena said...
I made this last night, it was so simple, and very tasty. This recipe will be in regular my weekly meal for sure! Thank you for the recipe!
- October 17, 2015 at 6:09 PM
- md said...
Thanks for yet another incredible tasty recipe!
- December 3, 2015 at 9:38 PM
- Unknown said...
This was so easy to make and it smelled like I was in a restaurant! I don't really enjoy cooking but I kinda enjoyed making this 😊
- September 27, 2017 at 4:56 PM
- Unknown said...
Chef, what rice dish did you have in the video?
- October 21, 2017 at 1:35 PM
- Unknown said...
Truly, truly Amazing! What a Fabulous Recipe!
Thankyou very much.
Cathy 😊
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We may operate automated or manual moderation features which may block or modify content, as is deemed appropriate or necessary and at our (or the automated systems) absolute discretion based on:
· Specified words or phrases.
· Email address, domain, member ID or IP address.
· Size or type of attachments.
· Breach of the content standards set out above.
We reserve the right to edit or delete any content for any reason whatsoever, at our sole discretion. You agree that you are solely responsible for the content of your posts and comments and other content, and that you will indemnify us and hold us harmless with respect to any claim based upon the appearance and/or transmission of your content.
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Suspension and Termination
We will determine, in our discretion, whether there has been a breach of this acceptable use policy through your use of our site. When a breach of this policy has occurred, we may take such action as we deem appropriate.
Failure to comply with this acceptable use policy may result in our taking all or any of the following actions:
· Moderation of any of the content which you post on our site.
· Immediate, temporary or permanent withdrawal of your right to use our site.
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· Issue of a warning to you.
· Legal proceedings against you for reimbursement of all costs on an indemnity basis (including, but not limited to, reasonable administrative and legal costs) resulting from the breach.
· Further legal action against you.
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We exclude liability for actions taken in response to breaches of this acceptable use policy. The responses described in this policy are not limited, and we may take any other action we reasonably deem appropriate.
Linking to Our site
You may link to Our home page, provided you do so in a way that is fair and legal and does not damage Our reputation or take advantage of it. For the avoidance of doubt you may not link to Our site from any other site, the main content of which contains content which is sexually explicit; is obscene, deliberately offensive, hateful or otherwise inflammatory; promoted violence; promotes or assists in any form of unlawful activity; discriminates against, or is in any way defamatory of, any person, group or class of persons, race, sex, religion, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, or age; is intended or is otherwise likely to threaten, harass, annoy, alarm, inconvenience, upset, or embarrass another person; is calculated or is otherwise likely to deceive another person; is intended or is otherwise likely to infringe (or to threaten to infringe) another person's privacy; misleadingly impersonates any person or otherwise misrepresents the identity or affiliation of a particular person in a way that is calculated to deceive); or is otherwise deemed unacceptable to Us.
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Our site must not be framed on any other site, nor may you create a link to any part of Our site other than the home page.
We reserve the right to withdraw linking permission without notice.
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Where Our site contains links to other sites and resources provided by third parties, these links are provided for your information only. We have no control over the contents of those sites or resources.
We are CVVid Limited a company registered in England and Wales with company number 07925935 and whose registered office is at Blackburn Enterprise Centre, Furthergate, Blackburn BB1 3HQ (We, Us, Our) and are committed to protecting and respecting your privacy.
This Privacy & Cookies Policy (Policy), together with any other documents referred to on www.cvvid.com (Our Site) set out the basis on which any personal data We collect from you, or that you provide to Us, will be processed by Us for the purpose of any and all applicable data protection legislation in force from time to time including but not limited to the Data Protection Act 1998 and any replacement legislation, the General Data Protection Regulation (Regulation (EU) 2016/679), the Regulation of Investigatory Powers Act 2000, the Telecommunications (Lawful Business Practice) (Interception of Communications) Regulations 2000 (SI 2000/2699), the Electronic Communications Data Protection Directive (2002/58/EC), the Privacy and Electronic Communications (EC Directive) Regulations 2003 (SI 2426/2003) and any replacement legislation and all applicable laws and regulations relating to the processing of personal data and privacy, including where applicable the guidance and codes of practice issued by the Information Commissioner or any other supervisory authority, and the equivalent of any of the foregoing in any relevant jurisdiction (DP Legislation).
Please read the following carefully to understand Our views and practices regarding your personal data and how We will treat it. By continuing to use Our Site or any of the functionalities displayed on it you are accepting and consenting to the practices described in this Policy.
Information We may collect from you
We may collect and process the following data about you:
· Information you give Us. You may give Us information about you by filling in forms on Our Site, subscribing for and receiving Our services and using the functionalities made available via them, or by corresponding with Us by phone, e-mail or otherwise. This includes information you provide when you use the contact functionalities via Our Site, participate in any interactive services which We operate via Our Site or social media platforms, enter a competition, promotion or survey and when you report a problem with Our Site. The information you give Us may include without limitation your name, address, e-mail address and phone number, financial and credit card information, membership details, lifestyle and social circumstances, education and employment details, racial or ethnic origin, religious or other beliefs of a similar nature, personal description and photograph.
· Information We collect about you. With regard to each of your visits to Our Site We may automatically collect the following information:
· technical information, including the Internet protocol (IP) address used to connect your computer to the Internet, your login information, browser type and version, time zone setting, browser plug-in types and versions, operating system and platform;
· information about your visit, including the full Uniform Resource Locators (URL) clickstream to, through and from Our Site (including date and time); products you viewed or searched for; page response times, download errors, length of visits to certain pages, page interaction information (such as scrolling, clicks, and mouse-overs), and methods used to browse away from the page and any phone number used to call Our customer service number.
· Information We receive from other sources. We may receive information about you if you use any of the other websites We operate from time to time or the other services We provide. We may also work closely with third parties (including, for example, business partners, sub-contractors in technical, payment and delivery services, survey and research organisations, professional advisors, advertising networks, analytics providers, search information providers, credit reference agencies) and may receive information about you from them.
Our Site uses cookies to distinguish you from other users of Our Site. This helps Us to provide you with a good experience when you browse Our Site and also allows Us to improve Our Site.
A cookie is a small file of letters and numbers that We store on your browser or the hard drive of your computer if you agree. Cookies contain information that is transferred to your computer's hard drive.
We use the following cookies:
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· Targeting/Analytics cookies. These cookies record your visit to Our Site, the pages you have visited and the links you have followed. We will use this information to make Our Site and the advertising displayed on it more relevant to your interests. We may also share this information with third parties for this purpose. If you don't want analytics cookies to be used when visiting Our Site then you can remove them by following these steps: (a) click 'Tools' and select 'Internet Options'; (b) click the 'Privacy' tab and select 'Advanced'; (c) click 'Override automatic cookie handling'; and (d) specify how you wish to handle cookies from first and third party websites.
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Please note that third parties (including, for example, advertising networks and providers of external services like web traffic analysis services) may also use cookies, over which We have no control. These cookies are likely to be analytical/performance cookies or targeting cookies.
You block cookies by activating the setting on your browser that allows you to refuse the setting of all or some cookies. However, if you use your browser settings to block all cookies (including essential cookies) you may not be able to access all or parts of Our Site.
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Uses made of the information
We use information held about you in the following ways:
· Information you give to Us. We will use this information:
· to carry out Our obligations arising from any contracts entered into between you and Us and to provide you with the information, products and services that you request from Us;
· to maintain Our accounts and records, undertake research and to support and manage Our employees;
· to provide you with information about other products and services We offer that are similar to those that you have already purchased or enquired about (where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to receive the same);
· (where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to receive the same) to provide you, or permit selected third parties to provide you, with information about products or services We feel may interest you. If you are an existing customer, We will only contact you by electronic means (e-mail or SMS) with information about products and services similar to those which were the subject of a previous sale or negotiations of a sale to you. If you are a new customer, and where We permit selected third parties to use your data, We (or they) will contact you by electronic means only if you have consented to this. If you do not want Us to use your data in this way, or to pass your details on to third parties for marketing purposes, please tick the relevant box situated on the form on which We collect your data or otherwise notify Us in writing;
· to notify you about changes to Our service;
· to ensure that content from Our Site is presented in the most effective manner for you and for your computer.
· Information We collect about you. We will use this information:
· to administer Our Site and for internal operations, including troubleshooting, data analysis, testing, research, statistical and survey purposes;
· to improve Our Site to ensure that content is presented in the most effective manner for you and for your computer;
· to allow you to participate in interactive features of Our service, when you choose to do so;
· as part of Our efforts to keep Our Site safe and secure;
· to measure or understand the effectiveness of advertising We serve to you and others, and to deliver relevant advertising to you;
· to make suggestions and recommendations to you and other users of Our Site about products or services that may interest you or them.
· Information We receive from other sources. We may combine this information with information you give to Us and information We collect about you. We may Us this information and the combined information for the purposes set out above (depending on the types of information We receive and where applicable, where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to receive the same).
Disclosure of your information
Where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to permit Us to do so, We may share your personal information with any member of Our group from time to time, which means Our subsidiaries, Our ultimate holding company and its subsidiaries, as defined in section 1159 of the UK Companies Act 2006.
Where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to permit Us to do so, We may share your information with selected third parties including:
· Business partners, suppliers and sub-contractors for the performance of any contract We enter into with them or you.
· Advertisers and advertising networks that require the data to select and serve relevant adverts to you and others. Analytics and search engine providers that assist Us in the improvement and optimisation of Our Site.
· Survey and research organisations.
· Credit reference agencies for the purpose of assessing your credit score where this is a condition of Us entering into a contract with you.
We may disclose your personal information to third parties:
· In the event that We sell or buy any business or assets, in which case We may disclose your personal data to the prospective seller or buyer of such business or assets, where and to the extent that you have positively opted-in to permit Us to do so.
· If We are under a duty to disclose or share your personal data in order to comply with any legal obligation, or in order to enforce or apply contractual agreements; or to protect Our rights, property, or safety and those of Our customers, or others. This includes exchanging information with other companies and organisations for the purposes of fraud protection and credit risk reduction.
Where We store your personal data
Whilst not presently the case, the data that We collect from you may be transferred to, and stored at, a destination outside the European Economic Area (EEA). It may also be processed by staff operating outside the EEA who work for Us or for one of Our suppliers. Such staff maybe engaged in, among other things, the fulfilment of your order, the processing of your payment details and the provision of support services. We will take all steps reasonably necessary to ensure that your data is treated securely and in accordance with this Policy and in the event that this ever becomes necessary shall ensure that this is carried out subject to a Data Transfer Agreement for compliance with the Act.
All information you provide to Us is stored on Our secure servers. Any payment transactions will be encrypted. Where We have given you (or where you have chosen) a password which enables you to access certain parts of Our Site, you are responsible for keeping this password confidential. We ask you not to share a password with anyone.
Unfortunately, the transmission of information via the internet is not completely secure. Although We will do Our best to protect your personal data, We cannot guarantee the security of your data transmitted to Our Site; any transmission is at your own risk. Once We have received your information, We will use strict procedures and security features to try to prevent unauthorised access.
How Long We Keep Your Personal Data
We will keep your personal data for a period of 12 months once you remove or delete your profile. This is to enable you to keep your profile should you wish to return.
Your rights
If you believe that any of the personal information We hold about you is incorrect, you have the right to ask Us to rectify that information at any time.
You may also have the right, in certain circumstances, to request that We delete your personal information, to block any further processing of your personal information or to object to the processing of your personal information. There are some specific circumstances where these rights do not apply and We can refuse to deal with your request.
Where You have opted in You have the right to ask Us not to continue to process your personal data for marketing purposes. You can exercise your right to prevent such continued processing by contacting Us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
If We are processing your personal information based upon your consent (e.g. as part of our marketing or promotional activities), you have the right to withdraw your consent at any time.
If you require any further information about your right to rectification, erasure, restriction of or object to processing or you wish to withdraw your consent please contact Us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Our Site may, from time to time, contain links to and from the websites of Our partner networks, advertisers and affiliates. If you follow a link to any of these websites, please note that these websites have their own privacy policies and that We do not accept any responsibility or liability for these policies. Please check these policies before you submit any personal data to these websites.
If you think Our collection or use of personal information is unfair, misleading or inappropriate or if you have concerns about the security of your personal information, you also have the right to make a complaint to the Information Commissioner's Office. You can contact the Information Commissioner's Office at the following address:
Information Commissioner's Office, Wycliffe House, Water Lane, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 5AF.
Access to information
You can find out if We hold any personal information about you by making a 'subject access request' under the DP Legislation. If We do hold information about you, We will:
· Give you a description of it;
· Tell you why We are holding;
· Tell you who it has been disclosed to; and
· Let you have a copy of the information in an intelligible form.
You may also have the right for your personal information to be transmitted electronically to another organisation in certain circumstances.
You can request access to the information we hold about you at any time by contacting us at firstname.lastname@example.com.
Changes to this Policy
Any changes We may make to this Policy in the future will be posted on this page and, where appropriate, notified to you by e-mail. Please check back frequently to see any updates or changes to this Policy.
Questions, comments and requests regarding this Policy are welcomed and should be addressed to firstname.lastname@example.com.


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Wicken Toys supply a large selection of durable, value for money outdoor play equipment from top quality brand names including Creative Playthings, Playtime, tp toys, Plum, Jumpfree, All Out Play Play and lots more.
Our extensive range of both wooden and metal products includes climbing frames, swings, trampolines, above ground pools, playhouses, go karts, sledges and many more fun accessories that will make your child want to go outside and play in the garden.
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The Prairie Warbler has a large range, estimated globally at 1,600,000 square kilometers. Native to the Americas and nearby island nations, this bird prefers subtropical or tropical forest and shrubland ecosystems as well as rural gardens. The global population of this bird is estimated at 1,400,000 individuals and does not show signs of decline that would necessitate inclusion on the IUCN Red List. For this reason, the current evaluation status of the Prairie Warbler is Least Concern.
Prairie Warbler: Small warbler, brown-streaked, olive-green upperparts with reddish-brown streaking, bright yellow underparts with black streaks on sides. Head has a yellow-green cap, yellow face, and dark eye, cheek stripes. Found in pine stands, mangroves and overgrown fields rather than prairies.
Prairie Warbler: Declining in the upper midwestern part of its range. Breeds from southern Ontario and central New England south to Oklahoma, the Gulf Coast, and Florida; local in many areas. Winters in southern Florida and in the tropics. Preferred habitats include mixed pine-oak barrens, old pastures, hillsides scattered with red cedars, open scrub, and mangrove swamps; not often found in prairies.
Prairie Warbler H1
Typical song is a "zee zee zee zee zee" ascending in pitch.
Prairie Warbler C1
Call is a repeated "chip".
Wood-Warblers (Parulidae)
The wood-warblers are one of the one hundred eighteen families of birds in the order PASSERIFORMES (pronounced pas-ser-i-FOR-meez); a large taxonomic order that includes other small perching birds such as the vireos, the white-eyes, and the tanagers.
The wood-warblers, or Parulidae (pronounced pah-ROO-luh-dee), are a large family of one hundred and twenty-two species in twenty-six genera that only occur in North and South America.
North America has ninety species of wood-warblers in twenty-six genera; included in this family are the yellowthroats, a seemingly dizzying array of warblers, and the waterthrushes.
The wood-warblers are known for their colorful plumages – the Blackburnian Warbler being one of the most striking members of this family with its deep orange-red throat that contrasts with its handsome black and white plumage. However while many species are known for their beautiful breeding plumage colors, they are also known to bird watchers as being extremely challenging to identify when in the fall they revert to their drab tan, olive, and pale colored plumages.
Like several other Passerines, the wood-warblers are small birds with medium length tails, medium length legs and strong feet suited to perching. They have short to longish wings (in migratory species), and medium length, thin, pointed bills.
Members of the Parulidae come in a variety of colors. Different shades of yellow and olive occur in many species, including the dull, brown, streaked plumages of females and immatures. In addition to having bright yellow in their plumages, males in bright breeding plumage can show orange, blue, grays, and handsome patterns of black and white.
The wood-warblers occur throughout North America except for the far northern tundra. The many species of this family have evolved to fill a wide variety of niches including marshes (yellowthroats) to tree trunks (the Black-and-white Warbler), and spruce forests (the Cape May Warbler). Several species can reside in the same area, yet avoid competition by occupying slightly different habitats or feeding in different ways.
Most species of wood-warblers are long distance migrants to Central and South America.
Members of the Parulidae are not colonial nesters but often occur in mixed flocks with other species after the breeding season. They forage in a variety of ways for invertebrates, small fruits, and nectar. While the waterthrushes forage on the ground in streams and wetlands, and the Black-and-white Warbler creeps along tree trunks, most wood-warblers glean the vegetation of trees and bushes and make short sallies for their insect prey.
The Kirtland's Warbler is an endangered species restricted to a very specific type of habitat mostly found in Michigan; Jack Pine forests. Its habitat is managed for this species in a few national forests by ensuring that there are Jack Pine stands of the age and composition this species requires. Brown-headed Cowbird populations are also controlled on its breeding grounds.
The Bachman's Warbler is an enigmatic species considered to be extinct by most authorities although slim hopes for its continued existence are kept alive by a few possible sightings over the last thirty years. Historically occurring in the southeastern United States, this little known species is thought to have been dependent upon canebrakes on its breeding and wintering grounds in Cuba. Although the reasons for its decline are unknown, destruction of these canebrakes is the most likely reason for its demise.
Michael Oberhofer
Belly, undertail coverts, chest, flanks, and foreneck.