Business Name: Rangeland Meats

Location: Lacombe, Alberta

Speciality: 100% naturally grazed and humanely raised protein

In Our Gifts: 

• Movie Night Local Collection Gifts
• Proudly Alberta Box
• The Charcuterie Gift Basket
• Savoury Beer Gifts

I’m preparing for an out-of-country trip and collecting a variety of Canadian treats to bring as gifts for our host. I want to bring not only sweets but also items that are locally made and represent companies that I think are excellent. One of the items I’m bringing along is jerky. Not only is it easy to travel with but shows off some of my Albertan roots. I’m excited to see how it is received and I know that it is going to be enjoyed because it is delicious.  

My first priority when picking out jerky was that it was a high quality product from a company who used locally sourced protein and took care in how they crafted this snack. Delicious flavour is obviously high up there on my priority list!

I also looked into other ways to use jerky. My host and I won’t be going camping or on hikes which is what we all traditionally think of as uses. And while sticking to that classic method of enjoyment is great I did some research to see creative ways to use jerky.

It is no surprize that Charcuterie Boards came up in my search. They are such a popular party preference for serving food lately. Jerky certainly adds a delightful contrast to the other common flavours and paired with cheeses, nuts, dried fruits, and artisan crackers means the combination of flavours is endless.

I found recipes for jerky as a pizza topping or in tacos to add dimension to your meat options. Sautéed with onions and peppers would bring a smoky flavour and make the filling so hearty.

A suggestion that caught me off guard was to use jerky as a topping for salads. I thought about that and it would definitely add protein and a pleasant heartiness to a salad. Chopped up and sprinkled over a salad would be a kick of flavour too. I can imagine that it could really elevate the salad!

You can enjoy Rangeland Jerky as our locally made jerky. We have a selection of Elk, Bison, or Beef jerky products in our baskets. We’ve paired them with Beer, Charcuterie items, and used the jerky sticks or bites in our local Movie basket designs. Now that we’ve given you some cutting edge ways to enjoy your jerky we’re going to let you know a bit more about Rangeland.

Rangeland Meat Shop’s products are 100% naturally grazed and humanely raised protein. They are committed to selecting proteins, raised without the use of hormones or antibiotics, and in partnering with local producers who implement sustainable environmental practices on their farms. This devotion to quality provides a leaner, healthier, and natural meat option.

You will notice a difference from your first bite of Rangeland Meats. We are confident in their quality and trust their products wholeheartedly. Order our Proudly Alberta box and send Rangeland Jerky to a lucky recipient!