How to win premium beverage trade-ups in a polarized market

By Mitch Stefani Canadian consumers are concerned about value, but despite that, data shows encouraging resilience in on-premise visits this year. Some stability is showing in drink choices as well, with 72 per cent of consumers buying the same types and brands as they were a year ago. However, this steady performance conceals a significant […]

How Canadian consumers are shaping the on-premise experience in 2025

By Mitch Stefani As the Canadian restaurant and hospitality industries continue to adapt to changing consumer expectations, two recent trends stand out as critical drivers of both product growth and customer experience: the rising support for local and Canadian drink brands, and the evolving path to purchase that determines how and why guests choose to […]