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Canada’s foodservice scene reflects global flavours, menus and influences
By Morag McKenzie
Canadahas established itself as one of the most multicultural countries in the world. It comes as no surprise, therefore, that our foodservice...
Operators are striking a balance of quality and affordability with their...
Beef is a staple offering in Canadian restaurants, but prevailing economic and operating conditions have had an impact on the role this protein plays...
The poultry sector faces growing challenges
Poultry is the crowd-pleaser protein and has long been featured among value offerings, but this dependable stalwart has suddenly faced growing challenges recently.
“Poultry used...
The breakfast daypart re-gains traction
As the hardest-hit meal occasion in the early days of lockdowns, breakfast went from a daypart increasingly expanding its reach into an all-day affair...
F&H highlights the top five beverage-alcohol trends for 2023
Shifting values are re-shaping the way Canadians imbibe (or don’t). “Overall, adult beverages are seeing a slight decline on Canadian menus, down 1.3 per...
A number of factors have influenced seafood supply chains
The most significant factors shaping seafood trends in foodservice are how suppliers and operators cope with myriad circumstances largely beyond their control.
“Supply-chain disruptions have...
Dessert demand continues to grow across Canadian foodservice
Shifts in ordering behaviour over the last three years have re-shaped both customers’ and operators’ relationship with sweet treats.
Looking at data for the 12...
Operators adjust to new coffee-consumption trends
Foodservice coffee sales are still feeling the impact of shifts caused by COVID-19. According to Toronto-based The NPD Group, Canadians had already begun consuming...
Restaurants make their mark with signature sauces
These days, when someone mentions “secret sauce,” they probably mean a trade secret — that special insider knowledge that really makes a business tick....
Canadian Diners and Chefs are Embracing Global Influences and Cuisines
In a multi-cultural country such as Canada, it’s no surprise that our foodservice industry continues to be shaped and influenced by cuisines and cultures...