Summer BBQ, Eh: Canadian Grilling Hits for the Season

Make no mis-steak, BBQ season truly has something for everyone, and this crowd-pleasing platter proves it! For the meat-lovers, include some thick and juicy tri-tip steak and smoked maple sausages, sliced for easy sharing. For our meat-free friends (or those just looking for a refreshing crunch), add an assortment of charred-to-perfection seasonal veggies like asparagus, eggplant, and corn. Nestle it all together around some dipping sauces—we recommend a bold BBQ sauce and a tangy grainy mustard. And of course, what's a BBQ without some fluffy and comforting cornbread? Show off your grill skills and make this board the showstopping centerpiece of your next backyard bash.

The ribs-ponsible thing to do at a Canadian BBQ? Put maple on it! This made-from-scratch sauce takes the familiar tanginess of traditional bbq sauce, and adds the sticky sweetness of Canadian maple syrup. When smothered onto a rack of side ribs and grilled, the balance of acidity and sugar combined with the savoury juices of the pork make for a Mmmmm-worthy bite every time. Divide to serve and sprinkle with some Hickory Potato Sticks and you've got yourself a finger-licking, fall-off-the-bone feast–in fact, one rack might not be enough.

Sea you by the grill! Salmon is the perfect fish to feature for summer because of the natural sweet and smokey flavour it develops on the fire. Plus, it's quick cooking time means you can make a whole meal in just minutes! When grilled skin side down, you get a nice outer crisp, with tender meat that just flakes apart. The Cowboy Butter adds a rich, creamy flavour and just the right amount of spice. Finish with a squeeze of fresh lemon and get hooked on the taste of the Canadian coast!

Be a real weiner at the BBQ and serve Canadiana-style ‘dawgs. We're talking about taking the flavours of a quintessentially Canadian snack and making it the star of your next patio party with a unique curation of condiments. Combine your regular ketchup with bbq sauce and sour cream for a bold tanginess. Then top with chopped tomatoes, diced red onion, and pickles to fill out that oh-so-familiar all dressed flavour. Take it one step further with crushed ketchup chips for added crunch and max Canadian personality!

The only bun for us! If burger beauty pageants were a thing, this burger would definitely be Miss Canada. It stars many key Canadian ingredients, from sharp Canadian cheddar to Montreal steak spice, and a kiss of maple syrup mixed right into the all-pork patties. On top of that sits a slice of peameal bacon, and a swipe of maple-bacon mayo (that's right, a double dose of maple and bacon) for a balance of smokey and sweet in every bite. Finish with classic condiments like crispy lettuce, juicy tomato, and crunchy dill pickle; and for the talent portion, all of that will be stacked and balanced on a perfectly toasted bun. A true north icon worthy of a crown!