Nearly nine out of 10 (86 per cent) Canadians own a smartphone, according to the Consumer Technology Association. At the same time, 71 per cent of Canadians dine out up…
Trends affecting the restaurant industry
There are a number of trends affecting the restaurant industry: digital disruption, changing eating habits, and new entrants to the market. Restauranteurs need to…
5 Self-Care Tips for Working in Foodservice
Working in the foodservice industry means you’re working in a bustling work environment where you get to create delicious food, be surrounded by like-minded…
Boosting Foodservice Employee Health and Performance for Better Staff Retention
Restaurants do many things well but one area in which restaurants can improve is in preparing their employees for the physically demanding work ahead…
Restaurant owners’ top operational challenges
Spending at Canadian restaurants is on the rise. According to Statistics Canada, the average household spent almost $2,600 on food purchased from restaurants—an increase…
Sustainability and Waste Reduction in the Hospitality Industry: How the Right Policies can Increase Profitability
The North American hospitality industry has witnessed a significant shift in consumer behaviour and values as millennials have come of age. Authenticity, transparency, and…
How Restaurants Can Save Water: 10 Tips for Foodservice Operators
Approximately 15 per cent of all industrial, commercial and institutional (ICI) water usage comes from the restaurant industry. From prep to cooking, from washing…