Proteins on the rise at Canadian full-service restaurants include a variety of seafood options that are appearing in global applications, namely sushi. Caviar, the fastest-growing on the list, is a more premium ingredient,...
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Industry leaders, visionaries and tastemakers share their hopes and dreams for the future of foodservice. Restaurants Canada asked over 100 RC Show speakers, thought leaders, and innovators to share their raw views on...
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A range of herbs, seeds and spices are growing on menus, adding bold, spicy and other interesting flavours to a variety of dishes. In addition to livening up menus, some of these ingredients...
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When it comes to the fastest-growing appetizers on Canadian menus, combo offerings, premium choices and indulgent comfort foods are reigning. Two-item samplers top the list of fastest-growing appetizers, a combo offering that provides...
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When it comes to emerging chains, major trends within the list of fastest-growing items include global fare, value offerings, indulgence and personalization. These are echoes of what the industry as a whole is...
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Spicy choices, global options and bold flavours are all increasing at Canadian full serves, adding variety and excitement to these menus. Shiso, an aromatic herb with a citrusy taste, tops the list of...
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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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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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