There is plenty to celebrate this spring, from Cinco de Mayo to Mother’s Day, but what about adding some creative food holidays to your restaurant celebrations? Featuring a food holiday in your bar or at your restaurant is a great way to drive traffic on slower mid-week days, give your regulars another reason to return, […] The post 5 food holidays to celebrate in May appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

Restaurants have always created dishes to appeal to their guests, of course, but some QSRs have taken it to the next level, allowing Canadian customers to weigh in with hacks to influence their menus with custom creations. Last fall, Harvey’s launched its first customer-created menu item, adding the Pickle Pickle poutine to the roster, featuring […] The post Menu hacks and their influence on QSRs appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

By Nandini Roy Choudhury As sustainability continues to drive consumer demand, alternative proteins on menus are starting to become a powerful tool to combat climate change across the globe and boost restaurant bottom lines. Leading companies, stakeholders, and suppliers are steadily investing in the development of new capabilities and resources to address the challenges associated […] The post Offering plant-based proteins is a profitable choice for operators appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

By Brittain Brown There’s been a noticeable change in consumer habits across Canada in the post-pandemic landscape. Fueled by a rise in ghost kitchens, third-party delivery apps, and surging inflation impacting supply chains, we’ve seen the emergence of a new consumer archetype: the “hermit consumer,” marked by those who prioritize comfort and convenience by ordering […] The post How restaurants can embrace change in the age of the hermit consumer appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

McCain Canada, the world’s largest manufacturer of prepared potato products, has signed a three-year partnership agreement with the Toronto Blue Jays, becoming the official French Fries of the team and the official host of Fry Day with McCain at the ballpark. “We are thrilled to partner with McCain, a brand that shares our passion for […] The post McCain Canada joins Toronto Blue Jays roster as official team French fries appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

As off-premise dining stays popular among consumers, operators can differentiate themselves and raise the bar on the customer experience with a better online ordering system. According to TouchBistro’s 2024 Diner Trends Report, 31 per cent of Canadians are ordering delivery and takeout every week, and that’s up from 25 per cent in 2022. Today, online […] The post Can you improve your restaurant’s online ordering system? appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

More and more operators are seeing value in creating co-campaigns to raise revenues, reach a broader audience, and add creativity to their menus. Brand campaigns The industry is seeing partnerships among chains emerge more commonly to add value and variety for their customers. Recently, Wendy’s added the Cinnabon pull-apart to their breakfast menu, adding a […] The post Partnering up for more restaurant profits appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

Even though spring has just arrived, many restaurants are already looking ahead to summer with seasonal items and LTOs on the menu. From desserts to beverages, many QSRs are adding to their rosters to keep guests excited to try new items and keep cool as temperatures continue to heat up. McDonald’s is caffeinating customers more […] The post Sweet summer flavours are already arriving on menus appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

As sustainability continues to be a top priority for consumers, many are looking to frequent restaurants and businesses that align with their values. While many restaurants are focused on reducing waste, using greener suppliers, and lowering their carbon footprint, a sustainable menu is a win-win for your guests and your business. Restaurant benefits Giving your guests […] The post Creating a sustainable menu for your restaurant appeared first on Restobiz ..read more

Today’s diners are looking for diversity, versatility, and craveability from restaurant menus. Plant-based consumption has grown 148 per cent since 2019*, and with the of vegan, vegetarian, and flexitarian consumers, restaurants need to deliver on those expectations with plant-based meals on the menu. Studies show that 98 per cent of consumers who buy plant-based proteins […] The post Gardein adds flexibility, taste, and profitability to restaurant menus appeared first on Restobiz ..read more