Victoria Day BBQ Deals in Toronto: Pork Hock $1.39/lb, Oysters at Half Price — Grill Guide (May 15-21 2026)
Summary: Victoria Day long weekend is here, and Toronto's Asian supermarkets have some of the best BBQ deals of the year. This guide covers the top grill-ready finds this week — from live oysters and pork hock to Wagyu beef — with tips on what to grab first.
Introduction
Victoria Day weekend — or "May Two-Four" as it's known in Canada — is the unofficial start of BBQ season. Whether you're hosting a backyard cookout or heading to a park, the ingredients list matters, and Toronto's Asian supermarkets are delivering some seriously competitive prices this week.
A few of these deals are only available Friday through Sunday, so here's everything you need to know before heading out.
🦪 Live Shell Oyster – $1.68/ea (reg. $3.59)
📍 Foody World
Over 50% off. Oysters at $1.68 each are genuinely hard to find in Toronto at any time of year. Buy them the morning of your BBQ and consume the same day for best freshness. They work grilled with garlic butter, steamed, or served raw on ice.
🐷 Pork Hock – $1.39/lb (reg. $2.59)
📍 Skyland Food Mart 🔴 Fri–Sun only, while quantities last
Saving over 46% per pound. A typical pork hock runs 3–4 lbs, so you're saving $3–5 per piece. For best results, marinate overnight in fermented tofu, black bean paste, soy sauce, and star anise — the skin crisps up beautifully on the grill.
⚠️ Head to Skyland first thing Friday morning. This one has sold out by Saturday afternoon before.
🐔 Chicken Gristle – $5.88/lb (reg. $7.99)
📍 Bestco Fresh Foodmart (Scarborough)
Saving $2.11/lb. Chicken gristle is an underrated BBQ cut — chewy, flavourful, and incredibly satisfying charred on the grill. Marinate in satay sauce or honey soy for 30 minutes before grilling. Use foil to catch dripping fat.
🥩 Fresh Wagyu Beef (by air) – $99.99/lb (reg. $128)
📍 Asia Food Mart
Saving $28/lb. Air-flown Wagyu in Toronto is rare, and $99.99 is a reasonable entry point for the quality. Slice thin, grill briefly, and let the marbling do the work — no heavy seasoning needed.
🍵 Nongfu Spring Tea π 500ml – 2 for $3.00
📍 Tone Tai
The perfect BBQ-day drink. Light, lightly sweet, and not overly carbonated — good for keeping everyone refreshed between rounds at the grill.
🥛 Milk Skin Yogurt 200g – 2 for $7.00
📍 Freshpro Foodmart Richmond Hills (Sat & Sun in-store demo)
Rich and creamy, this makes an excellent palate cleanser after heavy grilled meats. Stop by for a free sample on Saturday or Sunday before deciding.
Shopping Timing Guide
| Item | Store | Best Time |
|---|---|---|
| Pork Hock | Skyland | Friday at opening |
| Oysters | Foody World | Day of BBQ, morning |
| Chicken Gristle | Bestco | Fri or Sat |
| Wagyu | Asia Food Mart | Fri or Sat |
