Beverages continue to play an important role on restaurant menus this year. From the functional to the health-conscious, hydration to happy hour, guests will be ordering off the drink menu this summer with wellness in mind. Colourful, fruity drinks are always popular once the warmer weather hits, but this year, tropical flavours are in hot […]
By Katie Belflower Adult beverage mentions are up 7.5 per cent on menus in the last year, with specialty drinks just edging out that overall number at 7.8 per cent growth. Many of the classic drink options are growing in popularity, with margaritas (+ 41 per cent) and martinis (+ 45 per cent) among those […]
The last few years have seen a significant rise in mocktails on menus as operators get creative with non-alcoholic beverages to meet the growing consumer demand. As 57 per cent of global consumers plan to participate in Dry January, restaurants need to look at their menus for opportunities to add in items that will satisfy […]
Thanksgiving is one of the most celebrated holidays of the year, so drawing a crowd can fill those seats and help you make this month’s revenue. With the cost of groceries rising nine per cent, and dining costs increasing about 8.8 per cent year-over-year, more people may be choosing to skip the hosting and visit […]
As the weather starts to turn, we are reminded that back-to-school is around the corner, so how can your restaurant attract families at this time of year? Fall often brings a hectic schedule for families, so it’s time to sharpen your pencil to create something that will attract diners to your restaurant. A new start […]
Making sure your menu features non-alcoholic beverages is a must for summer, however, non-alcoholic beverages are a hit all year, including fancy hot drinks, slushies, milkshakes, and more. Consumers typically see these items as a way to treat themselves, so it’s a great way for restaurants to up those cheque totals. Each category of non-alcoholic […]
Non-alcoholic beverages aren’t just mocktails; they can also include fancy hot drinks, slushies, milkshakes, and more. Consumers often buy these items to treat themselves, providing an opportunity for restaurants to up those cheque totals. Each category of non-alcoholic beverages has its place on the menu and offers its own advantages for your restaurant – and […]
In a move to try and decrease sugar consumption in Newfoundland and Labrador, the first sugar sweetened beverage tax in Canada has now been implemented by the provincial government. As promised in October 2021, a tax of 20 cents per litre now applies to all drinks with added sugars, on top of the existing provincial […]
By Kristin Menas Although smoothies and juices are typically associated with summer, these non-alcoholic options are beginning to carve out a significant place on beverage menus year-round. According to Technomic data, mentions of fruit smoothies on Canadian menus have increased by four per cent in the latest two-year period, compared to a 3.3-per-cent increase in […]
By Kristin Menas November 9, 2015 Leave a comment The top type of coffee drink on Canadian menus is conventional coffee and/or filter coffee, according to MenuMonitor data. Although specialty coffees have grown more popular in recent years, most establishments offer a straightforward, traditional cup of coffee. Beyond coffee cafés and breakfast-focused chains, classic coffee […]
