It’s Pride month, and restaurants are welcoming LGBTQ2S+ patrons inside and onto crowded patios. That’s great, but what does it really mean to festoon your business with flags? Does your business support this...
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The fastest-growing condiments on Canadian menus represent examples of bold and global flavours in action on menus, as well as the increasing proliferation of cross-utilized ingredients to liven up menus. Operators are giving...
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Our industry is a bustling sector, renowned for its culinary diversity and its commitment to experiences that will always put the guest first. Behind the scenes, however, lies a workforce and owners/operators who...
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The fastest-growing entree on Canadian menus in the last year is the build-your-own bowl. Not only are bowls trendy, but this option also provides the opportunity for customization. These bowls often have global...
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Nonalcohol beverages have seen significant growth on Canadian menus over the past year, up 15.2%. Several of the fastest-growing ingredients in these beverages reflect trends of global, indulgent and health-forward options. Central and...
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The fastest-growing healthy claims on Canadian menus reflect a greater shift in the perception and definition of healthy eating. Traditional healthy claims such as “no sugar” and “fat-free” are not appearing on this...
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Chef Tre Sanderson has made a significant mark on the culinary world, especially after his epic Top Chef Canada, Season X win – the first Black chef to do so. Known for his...
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Sharon Hapton’s unwavering commitment has transformed a big idea into a widespread charitable crusade, delivering four million “Hugs in a Bowl” to those grappling with food insecurity in Canada and the U.S. This...
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Chef Imrun Texeira, celebrated for his entrepreneurial spirit in the hospitality industry, received the 2023 Restaurants Canada Emerging Leader Award of Excellence for blazing a new, entrepreneurial path for industry talent and working...
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Supply chain struggles, economic factors and changing consumer preferences are all impacting the fastest-growing ingredients at the Top 200 Canadian chain restaurants. Chicken thighs top the list of fastest-growing ingredients at Top 200...
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