U.S. to boost restaurant kitchens’ safety standards

U.S. restaurant kitchens are about to become a little safer. The Occupational Health & Safety Administration (OSHA) will begin drafting additional safety standards for restaurant kitchens in October as part of a new federal government initiative to protect workers from dangerous heat. In the meantime, OSHA will place more importance on inspecting potentially high-temperature workplaces, […]

Canadian chefs and cooks to gather in Charlottetown – June 10 to 14, 2018

Press release Canadian chefs and cooks will unite at the birthplace of confederation this June to mark a year of change and progress, with the launch of a new brand and logo and a refreshed mandate for growth, inclusivity and harnessing the passion of culinarians across the country. President Simon Smotkowicz is looking forward to […]

Canadian chefs rebrand

Press release The Canadian Culinary Federation (CCFCC) is changing its brand to meet the needs of an evolving hospitality industry. The CCFCC has engaged HOUSE Media Group to help us rebrand to Culinary Federation (CF). The first step in the rebranding process is to rebuild our web presence and social media platform. Our new website […]

TABASCO Sauce celebrates 150 years of flavoring food and drinks around the world

Press release In 1868 Edmund McIlhenny harvested his first tabasco pepper crop from which he created a piquant sauce to enliven the flavors in foods for family and friends. The creation of this simple sauce would unwittingly change the way the world eats forever. Today, 150 years later, the same three ingredients that made his […]

foodora delivers Canada a taste of 2018 food trends

foodora and renowned chefs reveal food trends to look forward to in the coming year Press release On Dec. 1, foodora, the on-demand food delivery service, along with top-notch chefs from across the country revealed their predictions for how Canadians will be eating in 2018. From Vancouver to Quebec City, foodora delved deep with experts […]

Meat and poultry prove their worth as versatile proteins

By Sean Moon As centre-of-the-plate mainstays, meat and poultry have long held a prominent place on Canadian restaurant menus. But with chefs always trying to raise the creative bar and impress diners, many are reaching beyond international borders to develop inspired and innovative protein dishes, all while giving tradition its due respect. With the days […]

Chatelaine: The Big Dish – celebrating Canadian women in food, Oct. 29 in Toronto

Press release Let’s dig in! Chatelaine: The Big Dish is a day-long, women-focused event for those who are passionate about all things food. With engaging and thought-provoking keynote sessions, kicked off by celebrity chef Lynn Crawford, the event will also feature lively panel discussions, candid interviews, and meaningful networking opportunities with women from all areas […]

You’ve got to try the duck at Duck-Fest 2017

Press release On Sunday, September 24th from noon until 4 p.m., duck lovers from York Region and the GTA will descend on the main farm of King Cole Ducks Ltd. for the 3rd Annual Duck-Fest. Twenty food  stations featuring local chefs will provide free samples of all-things-duck to an estimated 2500 consumers. Participants for this […]

Devour! The Food Film Fest announces 2017 programming

Celebrated chefs Jacques Pépin, Michael Smith, Bob Blumer and Mark Greenaway are among 2017 participants for Devour! Films screenings include the world premiere of David Eng’s Grand Cru and the Canadian premiere of Peter Stein’s Jacques Pépin – The Art of Craft Press release The world’s largest culinary film festival, Devour! The Food Film Fest has announced initial programming details for the seventh annual installment. Celebrated chefs Jacques Pépin, Michael […]

Chef Q&A: Neil McCue, Whitehall Restaurant, Calgary

Education: Professional chefs diploma Career path: Michelin-star establishments Years of experience as a chef: 25 What are your earliest memories of cooking? The smell of my mom chopping furry mint, which grew just outside the backdoor for roast lamb for Sunday lunch. Why do you think you were drawn to a culinary career? Both my […]