Tucked inside the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa, 1 Elgin is a culinary stage for Canada’s diverse flavours. With a menu that evolves seasonally and a commitment to locally sourced ingredients, the...
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The idea of the “third place” has captivated hospitality for decades. Restaurateurs, hoteliers, and bar owners chase that elusive in-between—a space that’s not home, not work, but something softer, freer, and more human....
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Shingo Gokan didn’t set out to change the cocktail world. In fact, if you’d asked him at any point in his early years behind the bar, he would have told you he was...
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In Conversation with Jeremy Bonia: Sommelier, Restaurateur & Outgoing Chair of the Restaurants Canada Board of Directors For more than a decade, Jeremy Bonia has stood at the crossroads of hospitality and advocacy,...
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Gabby Peyton knows what it means to grieve a restaurant. Not just the food, but the people, the rituals, and the way sliding into a favourite booth feels like coming home. A food...
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The numbers don’t lie: women make up 58 per cent of entry-level foodservice positions, yet that representation drops sharply as they climb the leadership ladder—only 30 per cent of management roles are held...
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Canadian food trucks are menuing common ingredients that can be used in multiple applications. As these types of operators are often under significant space constraints, this type of versatility in ingredients can be...
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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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