As the cold weather arrives and the end of the year approaches, it’s time to take a look at the successes and challenges that today’s foodservice professionals are experiencing. Our fall/winter 2024 issue of CRFN Magazine features timely issues such as keeping restaurants clean and sanitized this season, mastering social media marketing, and more!
What’s trending on menus? From the fastest-growing flavours to health and wellness, we cover what’s picking up speed on Canadian menus. Traffic is topical, too, as we plan for fall and winter, seasonal slowdowns, and navigating restaurant operations. We uncover how restaurants that remain disciplined, prioritize the customer experience, and adapt quickly to the shifting economy will have a clearer path to success.
Tipping has been a hot topic, and we offer advice on managing tips effectively to maintain employee satisfaction, foster trust with customers, and ensure compliance with complex legal requirements. We also look at today’s top tech helping operators to get ahead with tools that help manage inventory control, staff scheduling, bookkeeping, social media, and more.
Our cover story delves into the topic of loyalty, featuring a roundtable of experts who weigh in on what motivates loyalty members, how operators can make the most out of technology, and how to best stand out among a sea of foodservice loyalty apps.
Our featured Canadian Trailblazer is Naan Kabob, a company that has taken on the task of supporting the city’s warming centres by providing fresh meals to people in need, leading the way with a community-focused approach to business.
This issue’s Chef Q&A explores Chef Nuit Regular’s journey from chef to author and beyond. Leaning into her tradition and authenticity, Chef Regular shares her inspiration, her passion, and her love for cooking.
Our Culinary Federation insert, À la Minute, recaps recent events including a culinary competition in Winnipeg, a Young Chef trip to Cleveland, the Thistletown Chef’s Harvest Party and beyond.
As the end of the year approaches, we are excited to look back at 2024 and ahead to an inspiring 2025.
Click to read the full version of the fall/winter 2024 CRFN magazine.
