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BK Introduces Free Fries Friday
TORONTO — Burger King Restaurants of Canada, Inc. is giving new meaning to the TGIF acronym, declaring Jan. 27 Free Fries Friday in celebration of the chain’s new crisper, thicker-cut spuds. Guests...
Toronto Sun Highlights 2012 Food Trends
TORONTO — The Toronto Sun has compiled a list of food trends to watch for in 2012. Among this year’s trends are birch syrup, gluten-free products, cocoa nibs and natural cocoa powder, and portable...
Boston Pizza Launches Book and New Website
MISSISSAUGA, Ont. — Boston Pizza has announced the launch of 'Joy of Finger Cooking' cookbook to support its revamped website with new take-out and delivery features. "The upgrades to our website and...
Tim Hortons Unveils New Extra Large Cup
OAKVILLE — Tim Hortons is brewing jumbo java, by introducing a brand new extra large cup. Coffee lovers will be able to enjoy the larger serving beginning Jan. 23, 2012 at a value price. In order to...
Where Names New Best Restos of 2011
TORONO — Where Canada has released its picks for the best new Canadian restaurants of 2011. One restaurant was chosen from each region. The list included Toronto’s Acadia where, “chef Matt Blondin...
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Government Gives Honey Industry Cash Injection
WINNIPEG — Agriculture minister Gerry Ritz has announced an investment of more than $30,000 in the the Canadian Honey Council. “Honeybees may be small in size, but there’s no doubt they have a...
B.C. Foodservice Expo Returns
VANCOUVER — More than 300 exhibitors will be touting their wares at this year’s B.C Foodservice Expo, which runs from Sunday, Jan. 29 to Monday, Jan. 30 at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Returning...
B.C. Eatery Offers Cognac-Infused Hotdog
VANCOUVER — Just in time for the Chinese New Year and an appearance on CBC’s Dragon’s Den, Dougie Luv, of Vancouver’s DougieDog Hot Dogs, has introduced the world’s most expensive hotdog to his...
The Jets Return Boosts Winnipeg Restaurant Sales
WINNIPEG — An African-themed restaurant is enjoying an upswing in business that the owner attributes to the return of the NHL’s Winnipeg Jets. “The Jets are good for business,” Robel Arefaine,...
Vancouver Sun Highlights the Year’s Hottest Food Trends
VANCOUVER — Offal, foraging and marshmallows top the list of hottest food trends to rule in British Columbia this year, reports the Vancouver Sun. Among the notable B.C. trends, it seems gluten free...
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Cava Prepares for Groundhog Day Competition
TORONTO — Groundhog Day is coming up Feb. 2, but seven Toronto chefs will be celebrating the day Sunday, Feb. 5 at the third annual Charcuterie Competition. In keeping with the groundhog theme, the...
Gold Award Winners Announced
TORONTO — The Ontario Hostelry Institute has presented Gold Awards annually for the past 23 years to people making a difference in Canada’s dynamic hospitality industry, and a jury comprised of past...
Ruth’s Chris Steak House Wins Big at ORHMA Awards
TORONTO — The Ontario Restaurant Hotel and Motel Association (ORHMA) members gathered at Toronto’s Palais Royale ballroom for the inaugural ORHMA Toronto region chapter restaurant awards, last night,...
Pusateri’s Awards $25,000 Gift Card
TORONTO — Toronto’s Pusateri’s celebrated 25 years in business yesterday, Jan. 24, by presenting customer Pauline Pezim with a $25,000 gift card to the gourmet grocery store.
Mill Street Brew Pub Opens in Ottawa
OTTAWA — Mill Street Brew Pub is preparing to open a new location in Ottawa’s historical LeBreton Flats district in a historical building on the south bank of the Ottawa River Friday, Jan. 27. Brewmaster...
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Two-Tiered Wage Debate Continues in N.B.
FREDERICTON — The discussion of a potential two-tiered wage system continues to polarize foodservice businesses and advocacy groups in New Brunswick. Supporters of the action want people who work in...
Pizza Corner’s King of Donair Set to Close
HALIFAX — It’s the end of an era for King of Donair, one of Halifax’s legendary restaurants, located on Pizza Corner. The company recently announced it plans to close its doors this spring after...
Clay West Bar & Grill Opens in Halifax
HALIFAX — Clay West Bar & Grill opened its doors in Bayers Lake Business Park in Halifax last week, after two years of renovations. Formerly Kokomo’s, the 200-seat restaurant boasts an urban...
Olympian to Bring Menchie’s to N.L.
TORONTO — Yogurtworld Franchising Corp., the master franchisor of Menchie's in Canada, has entered into an agreement with Brad Gushue, a Canadian Olympic gold medallist in Curling, to open three franchises...
Nova Scotians Prepare for Savour Fest
HALIFAX — February marks a month devoted to Nova Scotia’s Savour Food and Wine Festival, which is highlighted by its annual Savour Food and Wine Show Feb. 23, presented by the Restaurant Association...
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McDonald’s U.S.A. Removes Additive from Burger Recipe
OAK BROOK, Ill. — McDonald’s is changing its burger recipe. Coincidently, Jamie Oliver blasted the chain’s use of ammonium hydroxide (“pink slime”) as filler in its burgers on his TV series,...
Taco Bell Introduces Breakfast in 10 States
IRVINE, Calif. — Taco Bell is joining the QSR breakfast wars, introducing a new early morning menu that includes 11 unique items. The new FirstMeal menu is launching in 10 western states and features...
Starbucks to Sell Wine and Beer
SEATTLE — Starbucks has announced plans to introduce beer, wine and premium food offerings at a handful of locations in Atlanta and Southern California by the end of this year. “Building an evening...
Foursquare Adds Restaurant Menus Feature
New York — Foursquare, a social media check-in platform has added a new feature – restaurant menus, which may help restaurants attract more guests to their operations based on local search. The company...
Starbucks to Expand in India
NEW DELHI — Starbucks Corp. is likely to finalize a deal with Tata Coffee Ltd. to bring Starbucks stores to India by the end of 2012. "Final formalities are being completed and we are on the verge...
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