An all-purpose BBQ seasoning that goes well with chicken, pork, or beef. This recipe is easy to make with readily available ingredients, making it perfect to keep on hand for seasoning any dish. Originally posted in January 2024, this post has been updated in May 2026. This seasoning is a staple in our house. We […]
Seasoning and Spice Mixes
Seasonings and spice blends to elevate your dishes.
All-Purpose Southwest Seasoning
This recipe for is an All-Purpose Southwest 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 meat […]
Homemade Shake And Bake
Homemade shake and bake is a simple, quick way to make a chicken dinner. This recipe helps create a flavourful, crispy coating for chicken legs, thighs or breasts. This recipe has only a few ingredients and can be ready in a few minutes to help get dinner ready fast. The coating is also a great […]
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 […]
Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix
This Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix is aromatic, warm and comforting. The smell alone is inviting and the flavor is reminiscent of Christmases past. Gingerbread cookies were always a favorite growing up, and this spice mix smells like the dough we would cut out as kids to make gingerbread men. Ingredients For Homemade Gingerbread Spice Mix […]
Creole Seasoning Blend
An earthy and slightly spicy combination of spices and herbs come together in this Creole Seasoning Blend. Add this seasoning to rice or meat for a flavour that pairs well with BBQ. Creole Seasoning is one of the seasoning blends we use on fish and chicken when grilling. If you like Louisiana cuisine, you’ll love […]
Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning
Whether you are cooking chicken over charcoal, on a gas BBQ or over an open fire, this Rotisserie Chicken Seasoning recipe is all you need to add flavour and make your chicken taste amazing. Rotisserie chicken is one of the easier ways to cook a chicken, especially in the summer. It is low maintenance and […]
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 […]
Lamb Dry Rub Seasoning
Lamb Dry Rub Seasoning is a mix of spices that, when combined, complement any cut of lamb. This easy-to-make rub is perfect for grilled lamb chops or on a leg of lamb. This seasoning mix is our go-to when cooking lamb chops, especially when grilling them on the BBQ. Ingredients For Lamb Dry Rub […]
Homemade Montreal Steak Spice
This Homemade Montreal Steak Spice has become our family’s favourite way to season steaks on the grill. When it comes to steak, everyone likes their steak cooked differently: rare, medium-rare, or medium. But the one thing everyone seems to agree on is that a steak needs to be properly seasoned before cooking. A good steak […]

