ribs

This weekend, whether you're hosting a backyard BBQ or keeping it low-key at the cottage, spend a little time in front of the grill for a meal stacked with the season's best ingredients.

Want to make really make Dad's day special? Start with our sticky beer-braised ribs. Add in a pasta salad and a potato salad followed by a sweet peach crisp for dessert. We've even come up with a fresh take on his favourite way to wash it all down.

Celebrate Victoria Day and grilling season by inviting guests over for these finger licking good chili-espresso ribs

For some parts of the country, another long weekend is ahead of us – perhaps an extra day to just get out of the city and reconnect with nature. If you're fortunate enough to be heading up to a cottage, here are some yummy recipe ideas to help you through the weekend!

Our food editor, Claire Tansey, shares her tricks for sweet and spicy, beer-simmered barbecued ribs in five easy steps