By Jeni Marinucci There are some changes brewing in the Canadian restaurant industry and as of now, few owners seem happy about it. Come to think of it, many patrons aren’t going to like it either. What could make each group equally as frustrated? Yes, it’s regarding alcohol rules and regulations. This time around, it […]
By Jordan Knox The highest classification of wine in Canada is defined by the stamp of the Vintners Quality Alliance or VQA. Seeing this label on a bottle is an indication of certain specifications followed by a winery in producing its product. In recent years, B.C. and Ontario have split the designation with B.C. taking […]
Press release SGS Canada Inc. and The Canadian Food & Wine Institute at Niagara College are proud to announce their partnership to offer a risk-focused, tool kit based approach to train in the “HOW TO” of food safety management. The Food Safety Program Optimization (FSPO) is designed to target risk reduction and provide the tools […]
By Zoltan Szabo When constructing a wine and beverage program, there are a number of important factors that come into play. Whether it is budget or knowledge of your clientele, creating a compelling wine list is about more than following trends or setting prices based simply on profit margins. The more you know about the […]
Press release Celebrate Wine Week with award-winning Ontario wines To celebrate Ontario Wine Week, the Ontario government and the Government of Canada are investing in a Prince Edward County winery as part of a larger $856,000 investment to help Ontario wineries to expand their production, grow their brand recognition and leverage new economic opportunities. Hardie Wines […]
By Alex Powell and Priya Rao Kids these days! Usually when we utter those words it’s while we’re shaking our heads in dismay. Today, however, we’re thanking the millennial demographic (those born between 1982 and 1995) for a resurgence of interest in fine beverages. If you haven’t read this article from The Back Label yet, […]
Press release First three Starbucks Canada locations launch select menu of savoury sharable plates along with Canadian and international wine, Canadian craft beer and cider Today, Starbucks announced the first three locations in Canada to launch the new Starbucks Evenings menu. Starting April 5, the stores at 3079 Bloor St. W., 446 Spadina Rd. and 1740 […]
