March 3, 2020 Press Release By 2030, the agri-food industry will need to feed
nearly nine billion people while protecting the planet’s resources. As our
production and consumption methods are put to the test, manufacturers and
professionals must now innovate to produce differently, offering more sustainable
agri-food alternatives, all of this
in
the context of a significant labour shortage. This is the main theme that ... Read more about this post
March 3, 2020 By Sara Burnside Menuck Chef Liana Robberecht is firmly planted in Canada’s food scene. Trained in both culinary and visual arts, she led Calgary’s Petroleum Club for over 18 years before joining WinSport as executive chef in 2015. She’s won numerous industry awards, including being named 2011’s Chef of the Year by the Alberta Foodservice Expo ... Read more about this post
February 21, 2020 Highest praise is in order for the Canadian teams who competed in the 2020 IKA Culinary Olympics in Stuttgart, Germany. Thanks to their Olympian efforts, Canada retains its international reputation as a culinary leader, bringing home numerous medals. Held every four years, the IKA Culinary Olympics is the oldest, largest and most diverse culinary competition in ... Read more about this post
February 19, 2020 It’s a well-known fact that foodservice is a tough industry. It’s even tougher if you’re a woman – and yet, women across Canada continue to strive and succeed in culinary careers. On March 5, Canadian Women in Food (CWIF) is stirring things up for International Women’s Day with its TURN UP The Heat charity dinner ... Read more about this post
January 30, 2020 Press Release Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and OpenTable, the world’s leading provider of online restaurant reservations and part of Booking Holdings, Inc., has announced the 100 Most Romantic Restaurants in Canada for 2020 according to OpenTable diners to help Canadians plan the perfect date. These awards reflect the combined opinions of more than 500,000 restaurant reviews submitted ... Read more about this post
May 7, 2018 Tim Hortons is making Mother’s Day even sweeter with a new Timbits Bouquet! Guests can now celebrate Mother’s Day like never before with Timbits Bouquets available exclusively for Mother’s Day weekend at participating Tim Hortons Restaurants across Canada.
The Timbits Bouquets are available for $12.99 plus tax at participating Tim Hortons restaurants only on Saturday, May 12th and ... Read more about this post
August 5, 2016 Celebrate the Olympics foodie-style with Brazilian menu favourites
By Kavita Sabharwal
Although the opening ceremony is set to take place on the evening of August 5th, it’s not too late for your restaurant to get into the competitive spirit of the upcoming 2016 Olympic Games. The Games are taking place in Rio de Janiero, Brazil, where food ... Read more about this post
March 2, 2016 By Diane Chiasson Spring is just around the corner, which means it’s time to get started on plans for two of the restaurant industry’s busiest days – Mother’s Day and Father’s Day. Children celebrate their parents by taking them out for lavish meals, and with a little bit of planning, you can easily use this fact ... Read more about this post
September 11, 2014 By Diane Chiasson We may all still be in our shorts and t-shirts, and enjoying the warm summer weather, but in the restaurant and foodservice business, it’s time to start planning for the holidays. With Thanksgiving rapidly approaching, followed by Christmas and New Year’s Eve, it’s never too early to consider new ideas and begin implementation.
The ... Read more about this post
April 18, 2013 How to create an event to remember
By Jordan Knox
April 18, 2013 Ever been to an event that was above and beyond your expectation, but you could not put your finger on exactly what piece put it over the top? Chances are there may have been a third party event management company behind the planning of your ... Read more about this post
November 19, 2012 Diane Chiasson The busy holiday season is once again upon us, and restaurant owners and operators must take advantage of the additional spending that consumers will be doing during this time. The continued growth of smart phone and social media users means that you must focus some of your holiday marketing efforts using social media.
The good ... Read more about this post
November 14, 2012 Tips for gathering in the Christmas crowds
By Barbara MacDonald
November 14, 2012 It’s definitely time to get in the spirit and start promoting holiday parties at your restaurant or foodservice operation! Get those signs up now encouraging bookings, and be sure to mention your offering to all of your current customers.
When friends gather for workplace Christmas parties, ... Read more about this post
September 4, 2012 Yes, restaurant owners, there are gift card laws in Canada
By Chad Finkelstein
September 4, 2012 Many restaurants have discovered the marketing benefits of gift cards, however the laws pertaining to the sale of gift cards varies by province. Gift card terms and conditions need to be considered on a province-by-province basis, with particular attention paid to expiry ... Read more about this post
November 28, 2011 Eight steps to promoting your business by getting involved with your community
By Diane Chiasson
November 28, 2011 As the holidays rapidly approach, people begin to get into the giving spirit. Now is the perfect time to for your restaurant to get into that spirit as well by offering to help fundraise for your local community.
This is a ... Read more about this post
October 12, 2011 By Diane Chiasson The holidays are just around the corner, and this time of year is about fun, good cheer, getting together with friends and celebrating. As a restaurant operator, it’s time to start thinking about how you can make your restaurant or foodservice operation a fun and festive place to be. When Christmas decorations go ... Read more about this post
