COOKING with THANKS

Familiar tang. Everyday versatility. Proudly Canadian.

THANKS is an alternative for Canadian consumers to Frank’s… called THANKS — and that means every recipe you already love has a Canadian option now. From classic Buffalo sauce to the iconic All Canadian Caesar™, THANKS brings the bright, savoury bite people expect with a mission of Canadian self reliance at the centre.

These recipes are simple, reliable, and built for real kitchens. Use them at home, in bars and restaurants, at the cottage, or anywhere you want flavour with a little Canadian pride.

Drop Frank’s, Give THANKS — and pour it into something delicious.

  • THANKS Buffalo Sauce (Classic Wing Toss)

    Why it works: A familiar, tangy Buffalo flavour your guests already know — now made with a Canadian alternative. Perfect for wings, cauliflower, bowls, sandwiches, and game-day everything.

    Ingredients

    • ½ cup THANKS Hot Sauce
    • ¼ cup butter
    • 1 tbsp white vinegar
    • ½ tsp garlic powder
    • ½ tsp Worcestershire sauce
    • Pinch of salt
    • Optional: 1 tsp honey or maple syrup for a touch of Canadian sweetness

    Method

    1. Melt butter in a small saucepan over low heat.
    2. Whisk in THANKS, vinegar, garlic powder, Worcestershire, and salt until smooth.
    3. Simmer for 1–2 minutes to bring the flavours together.
    4. Toss freshly cooked wings or cauliflower in the warm sauce.
    5. Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese.

    Swap Note

    Use THANKS anywhere you would use Frank’s in a Buffalo recipe — same heat, local heart.

  • The All Canadian Caesar™ (Official Recipe)

    Why it works: Canada’s cocktail deserves Canadian ingredients. This is the signature recipe for the All Canadian Caesar™ program — simple, balanced, and built for bar teams.

    Ingredients

    • 1½ oz Canadian vodka
    • 4–6 dashes THANKS Hot Sauce
    • 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
    • ½ oz pickle brine or lime juice
    • Mott's Clamato Juice (or any Canadian Caesar mix)
    • Celery salt for the rim
    • Garnish: pickle spear, lime wedge, or bacon strip

    Method

    1. Rim a tall glass with celery salt. Fill with ice.
    2. Add vodka, THANKS, Worcestershire, and brine/lime.
    3. Top with Caesar mix and stir gently.
    4. Garnish proudly and serve.

    Canada’s cocktail deserves Canadian ingredients. Drop Frank’s, Give THANKS.

  • spicy chicken dip

    THANKS Spicy Chicken Dip

    (Inspired by the famous “Buffalo Chicken Dip” that nearly always uses Frank’s — but now Canadian.)

    Why it works: Party food, cottage food, game-day food — this dish always moves. THANKS gives it the familiar spicy tang everyone expects, with a Canadian choice at the centre.

    Ingredients

    • 1 cup cooked, shredded chicken
    • ½ cup cream cheese, softened
    • ½ cup ranch dressing
    • ½ cup shredded cheddar
    • ⅓ cup THANKS Hot Sauce
    • Optional: green onions or a dash more THANKS on top

    Method

    1. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
    2. In a mixing bowl, combine cream cheese, ranch, THANKS, and cheddar.
    3. Fold in shredded chicken until evenly coated.
    4. Transfer to a small baking dish and bake 18–20 minutes until bubbling.
    5. Serve hot with tortilla chips, celery, or warm bread.

    Swap Note

    Use THANKS anywhere you would normally reach for Frank’s in creamy dips, pizza drizzles, or gameday snacks.

FAQ

Find the most frequently asked questions below.

  • Yes. THANKS is an alternative for Canadian consumers to Frank’s… called THANKS. It delivers a familiar, classic profile, so you can swap it 1:1 in Buffalo sauce, dips, marinades, Caesars, wings, and more.

  • THANKS offers a familiar tang with a gentle kick — bold enough for wings, balanced enough for everyday cooking. If you like the heat level of Frank’s, you’ll feel right at home.

  • THANKS is built on a mission of Canadian self reliance. Using it in your go-to dishes replaces an imported staple with a Canadian alternative, and many of our recipes include familiar Canadian flavour cues like maple, Caesar ingredients, and comfort-food classics.

  • Absolutely. Each recipe is designed to be simple, fast, and made with everyday ingredients. No chef skills required — just good taste and a bottle of THANKS.

  • Yes. Add more THANKS for extra kick, or blend with butter, ranch, or cream cheese to mellow it out. THANKS mixes smoothly into sauces, dips, dressings, and marinades.

  • THANKS is everyday versatile. Use it in:

    • Eggs & breakfast hash
    • Pizza & pasta
    • Burgers & grilled chicken
    • Soups, stews & chilis
    • Caesars & cocktails
    • Dips, dressings & marinades

    If you’d use Frank’s there, you can use THANKS there.

  • You’ll find it right above — our signature Caesar is designed for home cooks and restaurant programs. Simple, balanced, and proudly Canadian.

  • Yes. All THANKS recipes are food-service friendly. Restaurants, breweries, bars, and hotels are encouraged to use them, especially for:

    • Wing Swap (Drop Frank’s, Give THANKS)
    • The All Canadian Caesar™
    • Buffalo dishes, dips, brunch items & signature cocktails