You Need A BBQ

You Need A BBQ We are here to help you make world class BBQ at home. We focus on premium grills, ingredients and mea

06/23/2026

The sun is finally out and we are so excited to kick off our summer BBQ series.

Looking for some extra flavour in your BBQ this summer?

Watch this video to hear Russell’s top BBQ rub picks that are sure to make a splash. 🔥

To all first responders and service members, past or present, thank you for everything you do.At You Need A BBQ, we want...
06/22/2026

To all first responders and service members, past or present, thank you for everything you do.

At You Need A BBQ, we want to show our appreciation with a HERO discount: 25% off all Pit Boss grills, plus 25% off Pit Boss accessories when purchased with a grill.

This offer is available for verified ID.me first responders, veterans, and military members on in-store purchases only.

A few notes:
• Not available for online purchases
• Does not apply to already discounted or retailer-exclusive items
• Limit of one discount per member per lifetime

Stop by the shop and let us help you get set up with the right grill.

Give dad what he wants for Father’s Day! A trip to You Need a BBQ (we are open 10-5) or make him something on the bbq…. ...
06/21/2026

Give dad what he wants for Father’s Day! A trip to You Need a BBQ (we are open 10-5) or make him something on the bbq…. Kids love to cook and dads love to eat, so let’s celebrate all the dads today by firing up the bbq for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

06/18/2026

Our YNABBQ boys have great taste! 😉🔥

Father’s Day is this weekend. Are you ready?If Dad is happiest when he is behind the grill, we have everything you need ...
06/17/2026

Father’s Day is this weekend. Are you ready?

If Dad is happiest when he is behind the grill, we have everything you need at You Need A BBQ.

From grills and tools to rubs, sauces, accessories, and premium meats, you will find plenty of ways to level up his BBQ setup or grab a last-minute gift he will actually use.

Stop by the shop and we will help you get it sorted.

Big cuts. Bold flavour. Serious BBQ. Join Alberta Chicken Champion Brian Jerebic of Grizzly Paw Smokers and sauce master...
06/16/2026

Big cuts. Bold flavour. Serious BBQ.

Join Alberta Chicken Champion Brian Jerebic of Grizzly Paw Smokers and sauce master Mike Williams of Mickey Jays for an exclusive BBQ class packed with premium cuts, pro techniques, and unreal flavour.

You’ll learn how to prep, season, smoke, grill, and sauce:
• Tomahawk steaks
• Pork belly
• Tri-tip
• Plus a surprise cut you’ll be talking about long after the class ends

From fire management to finishing sauces, this hands-on session is built for BBQ lovers who want to level up their game — with plenty of samples along the way.

📍 You Need A BBQ
📅 August 9
⏰ 9AM–1PM

Think you can handle the heat? Grab your spot now at the link in our bio and come cook with the pros before this class sells out. 🔥

Meat cuts 101 🔥Not all BBQ cuts are created equal, and knowing what you are cooking makes a huge difference on the grill...
06/12/2026

Meat cuts 101 🔥

Not all BBQ cuts are created equal, and knowing what you are cooking makes a huge difference on the grill.

Ribeye brings rich marbling and big flavour, perfect for a hot sear. Brisket needs time, patience, and low heat to break down into something tender and juicy. Pork belly rewards slow cooking with crispy, melt-in-your-mouth results. Tri-tip sits somewhere in the middle, quick enough for a weeknight but still packed with flavour when done right.

The cut you choose changes everything about how you cook it.

What is your go-to BBQ cut right now?

Great brisket is built before it ever hits the smoker.Keep it simple with salt and pepper, then give it time. Let the se...
06/11/2026

Great brisket is built before it ever hits the smoker.

Keep it simple with salt and pepper, then give it time. Let the seasoning sit until the surface looks dry and tacky, not wet. That step is what helps lock in smoke and build that deep, crusty bark everyone’s chasing.

Once it’s on the smoker, don’t chase the clock. Watch the bark, feel the tenderness, and trust the cook.

Low, slow, and patience is what separates good brisket from great brisket.

Cookie crusted cheesecake, but make it competition level.For the American Royal World Series of BBQ, this dessert was bu...
06/10/2026

Cookie crusted cheesecake, but make it competition level.

For the American Royal World Series of BBQ, this dessert was built from the ground up and tested with everything from brownie crust to graham cracker to vanilla cake. But one option kept coming out on top: a chocolate chip cookie crust.

After experimenting with different ideas, the final version came together using chocolate chunk toffee cookie dough from Confetti Sweets. The result was rich, buttery, and the perfect base for a vanilla cheesecake.

It was finished with a butter caramel honey sauce that tied everything together and took it to another level.

Want to see the full story and recipe? Visit https://youneedabbq.com/21892-2/ to get all the sweet details!

06/08/2026

At You Need A BBQ, we get asked this all the time. What should I be cooking with, pellets, charcoal, or wood chunks?

The truth is, each fuel brings something different to the table.

Pellets give you clean, consistent heat and great control, especially for low and slow cooks. Charcoal brings that classic BBQ flavour with strong, steady heat that is perfect for searing and grilling. Wood chunks add real smoke character and depth, especially when you want to build layered flavour.

There is no wrong answer, just different tools for different cooks.

If you want to dial in your setup, we can help you figure out exactly what fuel fits your BBQ style.

Learn more here: https://youneedabbq.com/fuel-wood-pellets-charcoal-chunks/

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50, 100 Broadview Drive
Sherwood Park, AB
T8H0T5

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Tuesday 10am - 6pm
Wednesday 10am - 6pm
Thursday 10am - 6pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
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Sunday 10am - 5pm

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