Rave BBQ Rubs

Salt & Vinegar Smash Wings

Why it works: Classic, straight-up pub-style wings but with that chip-level tang. Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings2 tbsp oil3 tbsp Salt & Vinegar rub (plus more for finishing) Directions: Toss wings in oil and 2 tbsp of the rub.Smoke/roast at 400°F until crispy (about 40–45 min).Sprinkle with the remaining rub right before serving for an extra punch.Serve with ranch or blue cheese dip.

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🐖 BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwiches

Smoky, sweet pork shoulder with classic BBQ sandwich flavour — minus the bottle. Ingredients: 3–4 lb pork shoulder roast 3 tbsp yellow mustard ¼ cup BBQ Sauce Rub Buns, coleslaw, pickles (for serving) Instructions: Rub pork with mustard as a binder, then coat all sides with BBQ Sauce Rub. Smoke at 250°F for 6–8 hours or until internal temp reaches 195–203°F and it’s probe-tender. Rest for 1 hour, then shred and serve on buns with slaw and pickles.Optional: Splash in a bit of apple cider vinegar after shredding to mimic saucy tang.

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🍔 Smokehouse Burger Bombs

Juicy BBQ burgers stuffed with cheese — bold, saucy flavour in every bite. Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (80/20) 2 tbsp BBQ Sauce Rub 4 cubes cheddar or smoked gouda (¾” each) 4 hamburger buns Optional: crispy onions, pickles, coleslaw Instructions: Mix ground beef with BBQ Sauce Rub until evenly combined. Divide into 4 equal portions. Flatten each portion, place a cheese cube in the center, and wrap meat around it to form a sealed patty. Smoke or grill at 375°F until internal temp reaches 180°F (about 22–25 minutes), flipping halfway. Toast buns, assemble with toppings, and serve hot.Pro tip: Add a final sprinkle of rub before serving for an extra punch of BBQ flavour.

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🐓 Sticky BBQ Chicken Drumsticks

Crispy, golden skin and sweet, smoky BBQ flavour — no sauce necessary. Ingredients: 8 chicken drumsticks 2½ tbsp BBQ Sauce Rub (divided) 1 tbsp neutral oil Instructions: Toss drumsticks in oil and 2 tbsp of BBQ Sauce Rub. Let sit 30 mins (no need to marinate longer). Smoke or grill at 375°F for 35–40 minutes, flipping halfway, until internal temp hits 185°F for fall-off-the-bone texture. Dust with remaining ½ tbsp of rub just before serving for a saucy crust.

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Saskville Hot BBQ Corn Ribs

Juicy, smoky, with a little zip — these corn ribs are a summer side hit. Ingredients: 2 corn cobs, husked and quartered lengthwise (makes 8 “ribs”) 1 tbsp Saskville Hot Rub 2 tbsp neutral oil or melted butter Instructions: Preheat grill or smoker to 375°F. Toss corn ribs in oil/butter and Saskville Hot Rub. Grill cut side down for 10–15 min until they curl and char slightly. Serve hot with ranch or sour cream drizzle if desired. Note: Can also be done in the oven or air fryer.

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Saskville Hot Roasted Potato Smashers

Crispy, golden, and packing prairie heat in every bite. Perfect sidekick to any BBQ plate. Ingredients: 1.5 lbs baby potatoes 2 tbsp oil or melted butter 1 tbsp Saskville Hot Rub Instructions: Boil potatoes in salted water until fork-tender (12–15 min). Drain. Place on a parchment-lined baking sheet and gently smash each with the bottom of a glass. Drizzle with oil or butter, sprinkle with Saskville Hot, and roast at 425°F for 25–30 min until crispy and golden. Serve hot, optionally topped with sour cream or ranch.

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Saskville Hot Chicken Sandwich

Think Nashville Hot… but Canadian mild. Perfectly smoky, savoury, and just enough heat to keep it interesting. Ingredients:2 boneless skinless chicken thighs (or breasts) 1 tbsp Saskville Hot Rub 2 tbsp mayo 1 tsp Saskville Hot Rub (for the mayo) 1 soft bun or brioche bun Pickles (dill or bread & butter) Oil or butter for cooking Instructions:Season:Pat chicken dry. Rub with 1 tbsp Saskville Hot. Let sit 30 minutes at room temp. Prep the pan:Heat a skillet or grill to medium-high (about 375–400°F). Add a light coating of oil or butter. Cook the chicken: Place chicken in the hot pan or on grill. Cook for about 4–6 minutes per side, depending on thickness. Internal temp must reach 165°F. Make the spicy mayo:Mix 2 tbsp mayo with 1 tsp Saskville Hot rub. Assemble:Toast bun, spread spicy mayo on both sides, layer in chicken and pickles. Done.

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🍒 Cherry Pit Beans

Ingredients: 2 cans (14 oz each) baked beans (or navy beans, drained) ½ cup cherry preserves 2 tbsp Cherry Crave rub ¼ cup ketchup 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar 1 tbsp Dijon mustard ½ cup diced smoked bacon (optional) ½ small onion, diced Salt & pepper, to taste Instructions:⿡ In a cast iron skillet or foil pan, cook bacon (if using) over medium heat until crispy. Remove and set aside.⿢ In the same skillet, add diced onion and cook until softened.⿣ Stir in beans, cherry preserves, Cherry Crave rub, ketchup, vinegar, mustard, and the cooked bacon.⿤ Bring to a simmer, then transfer the skillet (or pan) to your grill at 300°F.⿥ Cook uncovered for 30–40 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick and bubbling.⿦ Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Why You’ll Love It:These smoky-sweet beans bring that perfect blend of sweet cherry, tangy BBQ, and just enough heat to keep your taste buds happy. A perfect side for burgers, ribs, or anything on the grill!

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🍒 Cherry Crave Burgers

Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef (or turkey, pork, bison) 2 tbsp Cherry Crave rub 4 slices cheddar cheese 4 burger buns ½ cup Cherry BBQ Sauce (above) 1 cup coleslaw (store-bought or homemade) Crispy fried onions (optional) Instructions:⿡ Mix ground meat with 1 tbsp Cherry Crave. Form into 4 patties.⿢ Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.⿣ Grill burgers for 4–5 minutes per side, until fully cooked (internal temp 160°F for beef, 165°F for poultry).⿤ In the last 2 minutes of grilling, brush with Cherry BBQ Sauce and top with cheddar slices to melt.⿥ Toast buns lightly on the grill.⿦ Assemble: bun bottom, burger, extra sauce, coleslaw, crispy onions, bun top.

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🍒 Cherry BBQ Sauce

Ingredients: 1 cup ketchup ¼ cup apple cider vinegar ¼ cup brown sugar ½ cup cherry preserves 2 tbsp Cherry Crave rub 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce 1 tsp mustard (optional) Pinch of salt Instructions:⿡ In a small saucepan, combine ketchup, vinegar, brown sugar, cherry preserves, and Worcestershire sauce.⿢ Stir in Cherry Crave and a pinch of salt.⿣ Simmer on medium-low heat for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thickened.⿤ Use immediately, or let cool and store in the fridge for up to 1 week. Use for: Slathering on ribs, pulled pork, or as a dipping sauce!

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