For years, Chuck Ortiz, founder and creative director of Back of House (BOH), has captured the essence of restaurant culture—both its triumphs and its hidden struggles. What started as a magazine exposing the...
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Trends are ideas, passions and fashions that come and go. By definition, they live in the short-term, capturing public consciousness, gaining traction, and then, just as quickly, are replaced by new diversions. Sustainability,...
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Chef TuệNguyễn, better known to her millions of followers as TwayDaBae, is as real as they come—authentic, generous, and unapologetically herself. Spend just a few minutes talking to her, and it’s obvious that...
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The journey from a high school cashier to the corner office is seldom straightforward, yet Michèle Boudria’s path to becoming McDonald’s Canada’s first female CEO reads like a modern parable of grit, growth...
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Evelyn Chick & Christina Veira Tap into the Best Bets for Bar Success in 2025 The bar industry is undergoing a seismic shift. Consumers are demanding more immersive experiences, economic pressures are reshaping...
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Intersectionality isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a reality that shapes workplace experiences in ways many don’t see. Coined by legal scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw, the concept explains how overlapping identities—like race and gender—create unique barriers....
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Chef Eric Chong, first-ever MasterChef Canada winner, has carved an inspiring path from chemical engineering to winning the first season of MasterChef Canada to becoming one of Toronto’s most innovative chefs. Having earned...
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Before the table is set and the candles are lit, before the wine is decanted and the photos are snapped, a quiet, passionate and dedicated army goes to work. In favourite restaurants and...
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Suppli & Kitchen Hub Harmonize Convenience with Sustainability When visionary minds align, innovation takes flight. Suppli, Toronto’s leader in reusable restaurant packaging, co-founded by CEO Megan Takeda-Tully, and Kitchen Hub, Canada’s first virtual...
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Chef Rodrigo Pacheco is not just a culinary artist—he is a pioneering force who has intertwined high-level gastronomy with environmental conservation, community empowerment, and the revival of Indigenous foodways. Based in Ecuador, one...
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Having recently judged the Garland Canada Culinary Competition, and closed out the winter semester at Centennial College where he is Indigenous Culinary Advisor, Chef Joseph is moving into the summer season, but he’s...
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When it comes to delivering a sustainable, unforgettable coffee experience, Nespresso sets the gold standard. That’s why top chefs like Chef Jason Bangerter of Langdon Hall are exploring new ways to create with...
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Chef Matty Matheson is a Canadian culinary rock star and one of the most evocative and provocative names in food. His signature no-holds-barred attitude, bottomless enthusiasm and creative approach to comfort food have...
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MENU in Conversation with Bar Icon Kate Gerwin. A force of nature behind the bar (and in general), Gerwin shattered glass ceilings as the first woman to claim the title of World Bartending...
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Nestled in the heart of Toronto’s Roncesvalles Village, Arbequina Restaurant is more than just a new dining destination—it’s a bold reimagining of Levantine cuisine, brought to life by Chef Moeen Abuzaid and his...
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As the summer tourism season approaches and major sports events like the NHL Playoffs bring more Canadians to local restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues, businesses across the country are preparing for a busy...
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Insights on Building a More Resilient and Sustainable Food System with Rebecca Mackenzie, President and CEO of the Culinary Tourism Alliance Canada’s food system is often touted as one of the most robust...
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Mother’s Day is just around the corner —and if your brunch bookings aren’t full yet, don’t worry. There’s still time to make a strong final push and boost revenue with quick, creative ideas...
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After months of escalating threats, then a last-minute reversal in February, President Trump finally followed through on imposing a sweeping 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods, with a 10 per cent tariff...
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What’s Driving Canada’s Breakfast Sandwich Boom? Breakfast is back in a big way, and the undisputed star of the morning revival is the breakfast sandwich. Once a simple grab-and-go staple, this handheld powerhouse...
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Restaurants Canada is Unlocking the Power of Community For more than 80 years, Restaurants Canada (RC) has been the national voice of the foodservice industry, advocating for policies that support growth, providing industry...
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If there’s one constant in hospitality, it’s change. Shifting guest expectations, unpredictable supply chains, rising costs, staffing shortages—we’re an industry built on our ability to pivot. And yet, even with this resilience, the...
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