January 31, 2025 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.
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January 28, 2025 The recent announcement by the Ontario government to increase risk management funding for farmers is welcome news for Ontario’s fruit and vegetable growers. The boost to Ontario’s Risk Management Program, which includes the Self-Directed Risk Management (SDRM) program for edible horticulture farms, means growers will have greater confidence when making production decisions for the 2025 ...Read more about this post
January 27, 2025 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 ...Read more about this post
January 7, 2025 Many QSRs have experimented with value offers in recent months, some targeted at increasing traffic and some designed to up loyalty membership. As competition continues to rise in attracting and retaining consumers, December’s value-centric offers helped end the year on a high note, while others are launching new LTOs to get a jump on the ...Read more about this post
December 10, 2024 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 ...Read more about this post
November 28, 2024 By Makayla Dewit
As the holidays draw nearer, it’s the ideal time to refresh your menus to attract a wider crowd of diners, especially with the growing number of Canadians who follow a plant-forward diet. Plant-based dishes, made exclusively from plants and plant ingredients, are becoming increasingly popular, not only with vegetarians and vegans but also with ...Read more about this post
November 27, 2024 As more and more employees head back into offices or adopt hybrid schedules, company culture is on the minds of many businesses, and holiday parties are one way to get teams together. Research shows that 43 per cent of companies are planning to increase the budget for their holiday party, spending an average of $44 ...Read more about this post
November 20, 2024 The decline in consumer discretionary spending has had many restaurants looking at value to drive traffic and make the most of their guest experience. Maintaining margins is key, but creating a successful value menu doesn’t mean you always have to compromise your profits. Often, consumers ordering off the value menu will order more items, adding ...Read more about this post
November 19, 2024 By Katie Belflower
The rapidly evolving foodservice landscape is a perfect playground for trend exploration, and current data* can help us better understand and uncover trends within food and beverage on Canadian menus. Overall, item counts are up 9.8 per cent year over year, suggesting strong growth on menus as operators continue to rebuild from pandemic ...Read more about this post
November 12, 2024 As competition remains fierce in the foodservice industry, some convenience stores are stepping up their efforts to attract more customers in the prepared meal space. Competing mostly with QSRs, many c-stores have added quick, hot and cold grab-and-go meals as part of their offering, and some have even included a drive-thru option for added convenience.
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November 5, 2024 By Katie Belflower
Our latest edition of Trend Watch with Technomic highlights lotus, sous vide cocktails and white asparagus as three menu trends gaining popularity across Canada right now and takes a look at how some restaurants are successfully adding them to their menus.
Lotus
Operators are spotlighting lotus, a flowering plant, on their menus. Since the entirety ...Read more about this post
October 24, 2024 There are so many real holidays you can celebrate with your guests, but food holidays can help you stand out with new menu items and unique festivities. Draw in a crowd, re-interest your regulars, and get everyone feeling festive with November’s best food holidays.
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October 18, 2024 The final quarter of the year has arrived and as head towards 2025, next year’s top restaurant trends are beginning to emerge. Stay ahead of the curve with an early look at what next year brings for restaurants, from menus to sustainability, and beyond. Here are some of the top predictions for 2025:
Spices and condiments
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October 16, 2024 Fall’s finest flavours go beyond pumpkin spice! If you are looking for a seasonal update, take top trends into consideration to attract new customers, re-interest your regulars, and offer exciting LTOs to drive traffic.
Around the world
Global inspiration continues to be trendy as the seasons change. Dumplings are gaining traction as a top fall appetizer, supporting ...Read more about this post
October 15, 2024 As more employees return to work and the holiday season approaches, your restaurant may be looking to raise your revenues by adding catering to your roster. Food On Demand Off-premises University’s recent webinar covered this topic, highlighting what operators need to know to grow their business in the catering space.
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