Fire Up the Grill: Memorial Day BBQ Must-Haves

Celebrate Summer, Honor the Brave, and Feed a Crowd with Edwards Meats

🇺🇸 Honoring the Day, Kicking Off the Season
Memorial Day is a time to pause and remember the brave men and women who gave everything for our country. It’s also the official start to summer — a season of togetherness, sunshine, and (of course) unforgettable backyard BBQs. At Edwards Meats, we’re proud to help you gather your people, fire up the grill, and make delicious memories.

We got it all covered and laid out for you here!

🔥 BBQ Must-Haves from the Butcher Shop
Whether you’re planning a full-blown cookout or a laid-back family grill night, these are the cuts that make Memorial Day (and every summer weekend after) unforgettable. We’re talking handcrafted, expertly trimmed, and bursting with flavor — these are the stars of the show.

🍔 Premium Burger Patties & Brats
No cookout is complete without a great burger or brat — and ours are made fresh, in-house, using top-quality ingredients.

• Choose from classic chuck patties, jalapeño bacon sirloin burgers, or our Wagyu all-beef franks for an upgrade that’ll wow your guests.
• Our Wisconsin beer brats and smoked brats are seasoned just right and ready to sizzle. And don’t miss out on our Edward’s Own Red, White & Blue brats,  we only offer them a few times a year.

🍖 Ribs, Ribs, Ribs
From sweet and sticky to smoky and savory, ribs are a BBQ essential — and we’ve got every kind.

• Baby Backs – Tender and perfect for grilling or smoking. Available seasoned or plain so you can add your own flavor spin.
• St. Louis Style – Meatier, richer, and made for sauce lovers.
• Dino Ribs – Massive, beefy short ribs for when you want to go big.
  

🥩 Steaks, Pork Chops & Bone-In Chicken Thighs
Your grill deserves the good stuff — and these cuts are perfect for feeding a hungry crowd or crafting the ultimate plate.

• Hand-cut Ribeyes and other steakhouse favorites
• Thick-cut pork chops that stay juicy on the grill
• Bone-in chicken thighs that crisp up beautifully and hold big flavor
  

🔥 Smoker’s Cuts
If you’re going low and slow, we’ve got the heavy-hitters:

• Whole briskets for that bark + smoke ring magic
• Pork shoulders ready to become juicy pulled pork
• Beef short ribs that fall apart with flavor

From your first spark of the grill to your final forkful, Edwards Meats has everything you need to make your Memorial Day BBQ legendary.

🍽️ Let Us Handle the Fixin’s
No BBQ is complete without a spread of delicious sides — and we’ve got all your favorites, made fresh and ready to serve.

• Darin’s Mom’s American Potato Salad – A must-have at every cookout. Creamy, classic, and made with our own handcrafted bacon.
• Redskin Potato Salad – A hearty twist on tradition with tender red potatoes and just the right tang.
• Deli Potato Salad with Egg – Rich, comforting, and satisfying — the way deli salads should be.
• Fresh & Creamy Coleslaw – Crisp, cool, and lightly dressed to pair perfectly with smoked meats.
• Macaroni Salad – A summertime staple with elbow macaroni and a hint of sweetness.
• Carbonara Pasta Salad – Rich and savory with bacon, cheese, and a touch of garlic — a pasta salad for serious flavor lovers.
• Sicilian Pasta Salad – Bright, bold, and loaded with Mediterranean flavor. A refreshing option for warm days.
• Edwards’ Own Famous Baked Beans – Slow-cooked with our house-smoked meats for a deep, smoky-sweet flavor that steals the show.

🎉 Let Us Do the Work — Catering & Smoked-to-Order Options
Hosting a big crowd? Save yourself the stress. We offer full-service catering and smoked-to-order meats.

Let us know ahead of time, and we’ll smoke it for you! Whole briskets, pork shoulders, ribs and even a whole hog for your event!

Don’t forget to ask about our party trays — from side salads to sandwich platters, we’ll help you build a spread that’s as easy as it is delicious.

Or just stop in and grab hot, ready-to-eat items straight from the smoker — like our smoked baby back ribs, BBQ beef, and pulled pork. Flavor this good doesn’t need a grill at all.

🥩 Freezer Packages Built for Summer
Planning more than just one weekend of grilling? Stock your freezer with our ready-to-go bundles packed with value, variety, and all your summer favorites. Just place your order 2–3 days in advance so we can have it cut, wrapped, and ready for pickup!

🎉 Tailgate Special
Perfect for backyard BBQs, weekend camping, or feeding a hungry crew on the fly. This bundle brings the party with a flavorful variety of burgers, brats, dogs, skewers, and wrapped thighs — all quick to grill and crowd-approved. Includes:
✔️ Wagyu all-beef franks
✔️ Jalapeño bacon-wrapped chicken thighs
✔️ Chuck and jalapeño bacon sirloin burgers
✔️ Beer brats, teriyaki skewers, and smoked brats
✔️ Brazilian chicken drumsticks and more!

🔥 Smoker Bundle
Built for the low-and-slow lovers. Whether you’re mastering brisket or smoking for a crowd, this box has your name on it. Includes:
✔️ Beef brisket and pork butt for classic BBQ
✔️ Baby back ribs and whole fryer chickens
✔️ Pork belly for burnt ends
✔️ Fresh Polish sausage for the perfect smoky side and more!

Stay stocked, stay ready, and let Edwards Meats fuel your summer — one grill session at a time. Call to order — we’ll do the rest.

🥧 Sweet Finish
There’s nothing more American than apple pie — and we’ve got all your favorites from Village Pie Maker, just waiting for a scoop of ice cream.

🇺🇸 Let’s Make This Summer Sizzle
From honoring our heroes to celebrating with loved ones, Memorial Day is a moment worth savoring. Fire up the grill and count on Edwards Meats for everything you need to make it memorable.