Canada Day is almost upon us, and this Canada Day is a BIG one! Canada 150! Celebrations will definitely be including BBQ parties with friends! We're already thinking about some perfect pairings! I don't know about you, but with school ending and Canada 150 celebrations beginning, we're really strapped for time. Easy, delicious, and quick recipes for the BBQ are what we … [Read more...]
Canadian Beef Twitter Chat! #CDNbeefchat
As a city girl who married a beef farmer, I've made it my duty to immerse myself in all things beef farming. Yes, for those of you who knew me in my former life as a world traveler and literary egghead, you are likely shocked at the life I now live. On our family farm, everyone has a job. Even our six year old daughter helps feeding the cattle. Though Hubby does the bulk of … [Read more...]
Summer Fresh #FreshBBQ Twitter Party!
I know I'm not the only one who is excited about BBQ season! The sun is setting later in the evening, the days are warmer, the birds are chirping, the grass is green...and the aroma of food cooked on the BBQ just permeates the air! What's not to love, right? I've been a devoted Summer Fresh fan for years. Their hummus and dips are perfect for … [Read more...]
BBQ Season & the #CuisinartBBQs Twitter Party!
My friends and family think I'm crazy because I LOVE hosting dinner parties at our farm. I know that doesn't sound crazy. The crazy part is that these parties usually include anywhere from 60 to 80+ dinner guests! Most dinner parties we host have about 20 people, but the big events like our annual Chinese New Year party and our annual McNaughton Friends & Family BBQ at … [Read more...]
Best Ribs Ever!
For those who grew up in Montreal, I'm sure you've enjoyed many a meal at Bar-B-Barn. I remember going to Bar-B-Barn as a kid. It was near my Mom's work, so we sometimes went there for dinner on a Friday night. Years ago, a friend e-mailed me a recipe similar to the one for Bar-B-Barn's ribs. In college, another friend e-mailed me a similar recipe. Over the years, I have … [Read more...]