Celebrate the long weekend with Olliffe

We love the August long weekend. The midway point of summer, it’s known for beautiful weather, fun in the sun and plenty of opportunities for rest and relaxation. Whether you’ll be camping at a provincial park, staying here in Toronto, visiting the cottage or lounging poolside, we hope you have a wonderful Civic Holiday!

Here are a few long weekend grilling ideas from the Olliffe team. If you’d like help finding your favourite local products (or discovering new favourites), please call Olliffe or stop by our Yonge Street butcher shop in person. We look forward to serving you.

High quality, local and delicious

You already know and love the long weekend essentials—steaks, burgers, hot dogs, ribs and sausages—but don’t forget these excellent options for your grill.

• Beef brisket: if you have a smoker, this is the cut of Ontario beef for you—the flavour and tenderness are incredible. Serve it on a bun or the traditional Texas BBQ way (with beans, fresh cornbread and potato salad). We also have a delectable Ontario pork brisket, if that’s your preference.
• Frenched lamb chops: for an elevated grilling experience, grab some of these amazing Ontario lamb chops. Tender, mild and ready to season anyway you like them, these chops are a local delicacy.
• Pasture-raised duck breast: available raw and smoked, this exceptional seasonal product is a must-try item.
• Pork T-Bone steaks: a tender, flavourful cut that caramelizes on the grill, this delectable product is ideal for grilling alongside your favourite summer vegetables.

If you’d like to place a custom order (thick cut steaks, for example) or get personalized product recommendations from one of our expert butchers, please contact us.

Thank you for shopping local and supporting regenerative food in your community

Olliffe is a proudly independent Canadian business that’s been serving the Rosedale community since 1975. We’re dedicated to working with Ontario farms that use holistic management to achieve regenerative outcomes on the land they manage, which allows us to contribute positively to local ecosystems, economies and families. By shopping with Olliffe, you’re contributing to these regenerative outcomes—healthier soil, cleaner air and water, diverse plant and insect life, and a more resilient local food system (plus, you’ll enjoy access to incredible local, Canadian and specialty products right here in your neighbourhood).

Thanks again for your support of Olliffe and if you have any questions about our products or philosophy, please let us know. We hope you have a fantastic long weekend!