Sep 2, 2010 - Chefs get creative with centre of the plate

Canada is among the best in the world when it comes to producing quality local beef, according to a study from the Beef Information Centre (BIC). And consumers are responding.

Dec 14, 2009 - Healthcare sector a growth industry for dining

For those in the food and equipment distribution business, long-term care and retirement home facilities offer massive growth potential in Canada. When you think of fine food, retirement and long-term care homes may not come to mind, but the industry is catching up by expanding its menus beyond the traditional meat and potato dishes of the past.

Oct 29, 2009 - Eating on campus: socially conscious to quick-service ‘comfort’ food

While fast food offerings are not gone completely from the post-secondary campus, it’s no longer the only choice. Now there is vegetarian, Halal, a variety of ethnic options and calorie-wise dishes, all of which are appearing more often on the menu boards across college and university campuses.

Jul 2, 2009 - Restaurant operators doing more with less

Foodservice kitchens in 2009 have to consider layout, workspace flow, staff health and the environment, as well as being productive places to practice the craft of cooking. Innovative kitchens strive to provide a means to cut costs, increase staff satisfaction, meet environmental standards and increase overall efficiency and usability.

May 7, 2009 - Spicing up food and drink

On the 40th anniversary of a Canadian's invention of the Caesar, the spicy drink is still as popular as ever.