5 food holidays to celebrate in August, from s'mores to filet mignon

Food holidays not only help drive revenue but also showcase your restaurant’s personality. If you have fun with it, so will your diners. Full story

Taquito entrees, bowl value meals in high demand on Canadian menus

Technomic’s latest Ignite Menu identifies how Canadian consumers' tastes and desires have changed since early 2021. Full story

The Great Resignation: How to attract, retain, and support your team

Westshore Hospitality's Matt Rolfe led frank and emotional talks on staffing and mental wellness at the CF National Conference. Full interview.

Restaurant portion size complaints rising amid inflation

Yelp reviews containing “inflationary language” are up 28% YOY in Q2 2022 and customers are specifically noticing "shrinkflation". Full story

Home meal replacements are a popular rival for fast-food takeout

Consumers identify HMRs as convenient and better-value options than fast food to replace cooking at home, found Mintel. Full story

Canadian consumers looking for variety, nostalgia in beverages

Consumers are curious to try premium soft drinks and beverages infused with health benefits, and they want more variety and nostalgia. Full story

Australian lamb takes a star turn in Toronto

Aussie lamb's ability to elevate a menu was on full display recently at two events hosted by MediaEdge Communications. Full story