October 3, 2024 Thanksgiving is right around the corner, and your restaurant can get in on the celebrations. Whether it’s takeout or in-restaurant dining, holidays provide operators the opportunity to stand out and build the bottom line.
Last year, about 32 per cent of people planned to order food for Thanksgiving and about 17 per cent planned to dine ...Read more about this post
September 20, 2024 As menus continue to evolve and incorporate top trends, elevated flavours are attracting attention. Global importation has had an important influence on menus this last year, and the dishes featured as part of this trend continue to see growth on menus.
As well as offering elevated options, some of these popular ingredients also add micronutrients, making ...Read more about this post
September 19, 2024 Do you celebrate food holidays with your guests? October offers some fun food days to note, along with some actual holidays that will get you and your guests in the holiday spirit. Taking part in observing some of October’s best holidays can draw attention to your restaurant, give you the chance to try out new ...Read more about this post
September 11, 2024 As the weather shifts, you may be looking to add seasonal plants and plant-based dishes to your fall menu. Studies show that 41 per cent of diners eat vegetarian or vegan each week, and 21 per cent are eating more plants than they were three months ago – so it’s a trend that’s continuing to ...Read more about this post
September 9, 2024 The consumer perception of value has not shifted all that much, but smaller budgets and rising prices have made it a top priority for restaurant diners. Consumers still want to dine in their favourite restaurants, but they are looking for more for their money when they visit. In 2024’s Q1, 52 per cent of consumers ...Read more about this post
September 5, 2024 Keeping it fresh and interesting is one way to get guests to come back to your restaurant, and switching up your menu is a simple way to offer something new. Offering a rotating menu means that you can use up extra kitchen ingredients, test out new dishes and portion sizes, and get creative with what ...Read more about this post
August 30, 2024 As consumer habits continue to shift, there are some notable statistics from this year that reflect top dining trends. Many operators continue to work towards recovering from the pandemic, and taking a look at these trends can help shape a successful restaurant strategy for 2025. What’s trending as we head towards the end of the year?
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August 30, 2024 While pumpkin spice has dominated fall menus for the last several years, it looks like that may be changing. Are consumers tired of pumpkin? Even though online search results for “pumpkin spice latte” are up 227 per cent, research shows that 45 per cent of people would choose an alternate flavour, listing cinnamon (39 per ...Read more about this post
August 29, 2024 By Katie Belflower
Chefs and restaurateurs need to stay innovative to set themselves apart from the competition. Incorporating the latest food trends into menus is one way to attract attention and increase restaurant traffic. This latest edition of Trend Watch focuses on three menu trends that are being seen across Canada right now: roasted grapes, savoury granola, and ...Read more about this post
August 21, 2024 One of the most popular restaurant trends this year was adding an element of nostalgia to food and beverage menus, and with 71 per cent of customers looking for flavours that remind them of their childhood, it makes sense that even more QSRs are getting in on this trend.
RELATED: Nostalgia remains a popular menu theme
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August 11, 2024 By Jules Shepard
In today’s dynamic dining landscape, restaurants face an increasingly complex challenge: meeting the diverse needs of modern diners without breaking the bank or compromising their brand. With a significant portion of the population managing food allergies and sensitivities, and the unwavering trend toward gluten-free diets, balancing these demands is crucial, offering a strategic ...Read more about this post
August 2, 2024 Charcuterie boards were the start of a trend that has evolved into several different variations. Projected to grow in popularity by 25 per cent in the four years following 2022, charcuterie boards have made grazing platters of all sorts trendy – from butter boards and beyond. As post-pandemic diners are looking to connect, all different ...Read more about this post
August 1, 2024 Breakfast is a daypart that has certainly seen its ups and downs in recent years, but demand is up these days, with 42 per cent of operators extending their breakfast hours to accommodate increased traffic. 84 per cent of operators believe customers want to be able to order breakfast items outside of normal breakfast hours, ...Read more about this post
July 31, 2024 With continued labour shortages and increased inflation, many operators are looking for ways to cut costs without cutting customer experience. Menu engineering is not a new concept, and taking a strategic approach to your menu might offer a way to find a happy medium. Recent research shows that by making a few tweaks to your ...Read more about this post
July 30, 2024 By Katie Belflower
RestoBiz and Technomic have teamed up again for Concept Watch to highlight three standout restaurant concepts featured in today’s Canadian foodservice. This month, the focus is on Butter Chicken Roti, Houston Pizza, and Chaiiwala, and how they are distinguishing themselves from the competition.
Butter Chicken Roti
Butter Chicken Roti
Image Source: Butter Chicken Roti Instagram
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