Pig Purveyors

Whole pigs are not commonly found at supermarkets, but they can be ordered. Here are a few of the stores in Southern California where you can buy them. Most places require advance orders--from 24 hours to one week ahead.

* Bel Air Prime Meats, 2962 N. Beverly Glen Place, Los Angeles. (310) 475-5915.

* Beto’s Butcher Block, 8432 Sunland Blvd., Sun Valley. (818) 768-6293.

* Brea’s Meats and Lockers, 270 N. Orange Ave., Brea. (714) 529-2505.

* Bree’s Quality Meats, 11877 Valley View St., Garden Grove. (714) 892-1115.

* Budget King Meats of Corona, 415 E. 6th St., Corona. (909) 737-7080.

* Bristol Farms, all locations. For a complete list of locations: https://www.bristolfarms.com

* El Arriero Market, 4360 S. San Pedro Place, Los Angeles. (323) 233-1043.

* Gelson’s Market, all locations. For a complete list of locations: https://www.gelsons.com

* Green Acres, 2918 E. Los Angeles Ave., Simi Valley. (805) 526-1312.

* Hardy’s Meat Market, 12903 Moorpark St., Studio City. (818) 761-3830.

* Mayfair Market, 2725 Hyperion Ave., Silver Lake. (323) 660-0387.

* Ochoa’s Meat, 16731 E. Arrow Highway, Azusa. (626) 334-2667.