Served with ice, this Homemade Pink Lemonade is a refreshing beverage that is easy to make and perfect to serve at backyard BBQs and cookouts all summer long. And it is made without any dyes or add-ins that change the flavour. Most homemade lemonades are made with added cranberry juice to get the pink colour, […]
Featured Recipes
Creamy Homemade Mac And Cheese
This Homemade Mac and Cheese is the ultimate BBQ side dish that is versatile, creamy, and pairs with almost any smoked meat. This recipe is easy to make and can be made on the BBQ or in the oven. Originally posted on October 7, 2022, updated with new information in May 2025. For the most […]
Jalapeno Cheddar Stuffed Pork Tenderloin
Jalapeno Cheddar Stuffed Pork Tenderloin is easy to make. These tenderloins are stuffed with a cheesy jalapeno mixture and wrapped in bacon before smoking. This is a perfect dish for a weekend meal with family and friends. Originally posted on our first website in 2021. This recipe was updated on April 22, 2025, with new […]
Copycat Kraft Macaroni Salad
No barbecue is complete without side dishes to complement the meat. Some of the most popular dishes are salads, and one of the most popular traditional salads to serve at a BBQ is macaroni salad. Our favourite easy-to-make macaroni salad has always been Kraft Pasta Salad in the green box. It has been a staple […]
Brisket Egg Rolls
Leftover brisket is the main ingredient in these Brisket Egg Rolls. Served with BBQ sauce for dipping, these are quick to make with only a few ingredients. These Brisket egg rolls are one of our family’s favourite ways to use leftover smoked brisket. This recipe doesn’t have the usual ingredients you’d find in traditional egg […]
Smoked Bacon Crumble Blueberry Pie
Bacon and fresh blueberries are the stars in this Smoked Bacon Crumble Blueberry Pie. This blueberry pie is the perfect dessert to serve at a summer BBQ, especially in July when blueberries are at their peak. This pie is smoked on the pellet smoker and the bacon crumble adds a new level of flavour to […]
Fuzzy Peach Mocktail
This fizzy Fuzzy Peach Mocktail is a refreshing drink made with only three ingredients. Made without alcohol, it is a perfect drink to serve at a backyard BBQ or poolside for people of all ages. What we love about this mocktail is that it can be made and served to everyone at our BBQ get-togethers. […]
Mediterranean Bow Tie Salad
Mediterranean Bow Tie Salad is made with pasta and fresh vegetables. Serve this pasta salad at your next summer BBQ for a cool and refreshing side dish that is sure to please. Greek salad is one of our family’s favourite salads, especially in the summer when the vegetables are at their freshest. This pasta salad […]
Hawaiian Loose Meat Sandwiches
Hawaiian Loose Meat Sandwiches are both sweet and savoury. These sandwiches are quick and easy to make on a flattop, making them perfect for a weeknight dinner. Loose meat sandwiches were something I grew up eating. The sandwiches I grew up on were simply ground meat and onion cooked together and served on a hamburger […]
Easy Homemade Lemonade
With a blend of both lemons and limes, this easy homemade lemonade is ready in 30 minutes. Served over ice, this lemonade made from scratch is a refreshing drink for any backyard BBQ or for sipping by the pool. This lemonade is better than any store-bought lemonade. It is made from fresh lemons and limes […]

