Spice up your Canada Day with these delicious local products
Some like it mild, but some like it hot—and at VG Meats, we’ve got something for everyone! With Canada Day coming up on Tuesday, July 1st, we thought we’d share some product recommendations that will add a little spice to your life (and your holiday BBQ).
Spice doesn’t always mean heat—sometimes, we’re just talking about big, bold, delicious flavours. But if you like heat, we’ve got that as well—ask your local VG Meats butcher for product recommendations that reflect your taste and preferences. Thanks for shopping local and supporting regenerative food in your community. You can place an online order for home delivery or visit us in Simcoe or Stoney Creek!
Cajun duck sausages
VG Meats is pleased to offer pasture-raised duck products including this delectable Cajun duck sausage. Like our pastured chicken, these ducks are raised on spacious, lush green pastures that use holistic management. It’s a regenerative product that’s produced right here in southern Ontario, which means your purchase contributes to healthier local ecosystems, economies and communities. And did we mention it’s absolutely delicious?
This seasonal product is rich, flavourful and bursting with Cajun spices. We love these amazing sausages served fresh off the grill, but you can also use them to make soups and stews. Our pasture-raised Cajun duck sausage is available online and in store. It’s a must-try item that’s perfect for summer!
Southwest and Korean BBQ beef short ribs
This product is a customer favourite—and if you’ve tasted it, you know why. Our marinated Ontario beef short ribs are exceptionally tender and incredibly easy to prepare. They’re basically foolproof—just grill them or roast them in your oven, then enjoy every fall-apart-tender bite. Our beef short ribs are available in southwest and Korean BBQ marinades, both of which pack a flavourful punch. Consider serving them with potato salad and coleslaw on Canada Day—it’s a great way to switch up your holiday menu without straying too far from family traditions.
Hot Italian sausages
If you love our mild Italian sausages (we can hardly keep them in stock, they’re so popular!) then consider trying our hot Italian sausages, too. It’s the same great Ontario pork flavour with Italian seasonings, just spicier. Great on a soft bun, just add your favourite toppings and enjoy! This product is available at your local VG Meats retail location.
Marinated jerk chicken
If you love Caribbean flavours, try our marinated jerk chicken—it’s delicious, flavourful and available at your local VG Meats. If you’d like a specific cut marinated in this seasoning, please call ahead and put in a request with one of our expert butchers. You can also purchase our jerk seasoning and add it to your favourite cuts of poultry, pork and more. Enjoy!
Spicy Mexican sausages
Our spicy Mexican sausage is great for summer grilling. Serve it with Mexican rice and homemade elotes for an incredible meal the whole family will love! If you’re hosting friends and family for a BBQ, having a variety of sausages is an excellent way to offer choice while keeping things simple. Just make sure this one is on your list—it’s one of our best.
Thanks as always for supporting our family-owned and operated, independent, Canadian business. We hope you have a safe and happy Canada Day!