As the leaves change and the temperatures cool, the Fall/Winter 2025 issue of the magazine reflects on the challenges and successes this year, examines the current state of the foodservice industry, and highlights tools and strategies to take restaurant operators into a healthy and prosperous new year. We also examine safety, from restaurant design to […]
Challenges abound in today’s foodservice industry, but as we have seen in the past, it’s how we pivot, adapt, and move forward that defines our success. Through it all, operators have become even more innovative, stepping up with technology adoption, targeted marketing, and incorporating a community approach to their operations, while making the most of […]
The new year kicks off with QSRs vying for diner dollars, aiming to bring in more traffic, and creating a momentum that lasts throughout 2025. Some QSRs are starting off the year creative LTOs to help attract attention and offer something new to their guests. RELATED: Limited-time offers can help operators attract and retain customers […]
Valentine’s Day is the perfect occasion to get your guests to celebrate love and friendship at your restaurant. According to OpenTable data, the holiday was one of the biggest days for dining in 2024, with studies showing that 48 per cent of Canadians are planning to mark the occasion by dining out this year. Restaurants […]
There is so much to celebrate in February to re-engage guests, try out new menus, and set yourself apart from the competition! While the month is best known for Valentine’s Day, there are a few other fun occasions to celebrate this month. Create celebrations that offer something unique and include them in your marketing strategy […]
By Izzy Kharasch To what extent do menu prices affect our customers’ decisions on where to go out and enjoy a meal? As the restaurant operator, your goal is to make sure that guests have a great time and feel good about the money they spend. If we do our job correctly, we will have […]
As diners continue to strive to eat better and lead healthier lifestyles, many restaurants are adjusting their menus to accommodate the newest trends. Recent studies show that 57 per cent of diners say that they need to eat healthier, so this is a trend that’s expected to gain even more momentum in the coming year. […]
By Katie Belflower Restobiz and Technomic’s first Concept Watch of 2025 features three innovative Canadian restaurants: Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar, Pi Co., and Bridgehead Coffee. With their unique concepts, these restaurants are standing out with menus that attract attention in today’s competitive foodservice industry. Fresh Kitchen + Juice Bar Fresh Pressed Juices Image Source: […]
As the holidays approach, some restaurants are pulling out all the stops to attract attention, get guests talking, and stand out from the competition. Creative marketing and LTOs could be just the leg-up operators need this season to raise revenues and generate more traffic. Here are some of the ways that QSRs are stepping up their […]
While there is much to celebrate in December, looking ahead to January for ways to stand out and attract customers can help restaurants extend the momentum of the holiday season. Get guests excited to visit in the new year by promoting events early and creating innovative celebrations that will keep guests and staff feeling festive. […]
