This recipe for Southwest Seasoning is an all-purpose seasoning that can be used in so many ways. All-Purpose Southwest Seasoning can be made and stored for later use as well. Originally published on March 9, 2022. Updated July 14, 2025. Whether it’s chicken, pork, or beef, this seasoning can be used to flavour any […]
Marinades and Rubs
Southwest Chicken Marinade
Chicken is fast and easy to grill, making it perfect for weeknights. This quick and easy Southwest Chicken Marinade is one we turn to for fajitas or serving over rice. Originally published in May 2021, updated in June 2025. Ready to use in about 5 minutes, this marinade is perfect for adding to the chicken […]
Honey Ginger Pork Marinade
Use this Honey Ginger Pork Marinade on almost any cut of pork for a sweet and tangy flavour. Whether you are grilling, frying or baking pork chops, this marinade will make your pork juicy and flavourful. Quick and easy to put together with only a few ingredients, this marinade adds a ton of flavour to […]
Homemade BBQ Rub
A simple homemade BBQ rub that can be used for chicken, pork, or beef. Made with seven simple ingredients, this is one rub we keep on hand at all times. This rub is a basic rub that we make. It has bold flavours that are great on beef and ribs. The recipe can be made […]
Chipotle Lime Marinade
Tangy and smoky, Chipotle Lime Marinade can be used for chicken or beef and will help make your meat juicy and flavorful. This marinade is quick and easy to make so it’s great for weeknight or weekend BBQs. Turn any BBQ into a fiesta with this Chipotle Lime Marinade. Quick and easy to put together, […]
Apple Cider Turkey Brine
If you’re looking to add flavor and moisture to a turkey, this Apple Cider Turkey Brine is all you need. The apple and spices in this brine are the perfect combinations of flavors for a fall dinner or Thanksgiving turkey. The flavours in this brine are perfect for fall, but we do use this brine […]
BBQ Apple Pie Rub
BBQ Apple Pie Rub is the perfect spice blend for ribs, pork loin, and turkey. Spicy and savoury, this rub adds so much flavour to meat and vegetables with barely any effort. We use this spice blend on all different cuts of pork. Whether we are smoking ribs or BBQing pork chops, this rub complements […]
Ancho Chile Sauce
Ancho Chile Sauce makes a great chicken marinade or sauce. Quick and easy to make, this sauce is perfect for a weeknight dinner or weekend BBQ. Updated July 29, 2025. This is one of our favourite sauces to have on hand to make a quick dinner. We make double and triple batches of this […]
Steak Marinade
Steak Marinade When it comes to steak, there are so many different cuts. Some are delicious with just a sprinkle of steak spice, while others are tougher and require a good marinade to tenderize them. This steak marinade is perfect for cuts like flank or skirt steak. It adds flavor as it tenderizes tougher cuts […]
Asian Pork Marinade
Asian Pork Marinade Pork is one of the most barbecued meats in our backyard, next to chicken. It is versatile and our whole family loves it. This Asian Pork Marinade is used a lot because it adds great flavor to the meat. This is one of our go-to marinades for pork chops and pork tenderloin […]

