Sustainable practices and designs are essential for modern restaurants

By Evelyn Long As Canadian consumerism shifts, restaurants must keep up with the demand for transparent, sustainable practices and design. The restaurant industry can reassess its energy consumption and food waste management by implementing more sustainable practices, and this can lead to more successful operations with higher customer satisfaction. Sustainable restaurants: the key to industry […]

Designing a restaurant patio that raises fall revenues

By Evelyn Long Patios can be a desirable addition to your restaurant, creating a new atmosphere for guests to enjoy and helping you to stand out from the competition. Not only is your patio a great way to add revenue by seating more people and turning more tables, but it also offers a potential space […]

Designing your dream restaurant without breaking your lease agreement

By Evelyn Long Although a restaurant lease can open opportunities for your dining establishment, it may limit your decorating possibilities, preventing you from making some of the more involved changes you envision for your business. However, with a little creativity, you can work around those restrictions to create a restaurant that gets noticed for its […]

Conducting a restaurant accessibility audit

By Evelyn Long Creating an inclusive restaurant goes beyond legal checklists. It’s about fostering a space where everyone can dine comfortably and independently, regardless of physical ability. In Canada, accessibility is increasingly recognized as a vital part of the customer experience, going well beyond compliance. Whether you’re running a fine dining establishment or a neighbourhood […]

How to design a family-friendly restaurant

By Evelyn Long Going to a restaurant with the family can be a time to celebrate occasions, reconnect with loved ones, and create memorable experiences, as long as the restaurant gets it right – and that means that your interior design choices matter as much as your food. Parents with kids prefer establishments where they […]

Enhancing accessibility for wheelchair users in restaurants

By Evelyn Long Providing a welcoming environment for all of your guests is a fundamental part of running a restaurant, and Canadian operators must consider the floor plan to enable an accessible experience for all guests. People who use wheelchairs need to get inside easily and manoeuvre through the layout without resistance. By considering those […]