Encourage your culinary stars to take their place live on stage at RC Show 2026. For chefs, the real test doesn’t come in the quiet rhythm of prep—it happens under bright lights, against the clock, with an audience watching every move. That’s the kind of career development the Garland Canada Culinary Competition delivers. At a […] The post The Garland Canada Culinary Competition Is More Than a Contest. It’s a Career Accelerator. appeared first on MENU.| MENU
Article written by: Distinctly, Deliciously European Grana Padano PDO cheese and Prosciutto di Parma PDO stand as icons of European culinary heritage, celebrated globally for their unparalleled quality, authenticity and centuries-old tradition. Consumers, chefs and restaurateurs are increasingly seeking out premium, origin-certified products. By increasing awareness of the craftsmanship behind the PDO (Protected Designation of […]| MENU
Canadian full-service restaurants are spotlighting a variety of vegetables on menus, with a particular focus on distinct mushrooms. Chanterelle, black truffle and porcini mushrooms are proliferating on menus. The somewhat fruity, meaty chanterelle mushrooms are being paired with squash in noodle and risotto dishes, as well as a variety of meats, including chicken, elk and […] The post Fastest-Growing Vegetables at Full-Service Restaurants appeared first on MENU.| MENU
Article written for MENU Magazine by Philman George, Corporate Chef and Co-founder of The Re-Seasoning Coalition “Where is this product made?” This is the first question asked by restaurant owners, suppliers, distributors, chefs, and anyone interested in food innovation. Previously the first question was, “How much does it cost?”. As Canada continues to reshape its […]| MENU
Canadian operators are leaning into premium options and comforting flavours when it comes to sauces in appetizers. Butter chicken sauce is the fastest-growing sauce in this category. This rich and creamy Indian sauce is made by combining pureed tomatoes, spices, cream, butter and various vegetables. It’s appearing as a sauce option with fries and tots, […] The post Fastest-Growing Sauces in Appetizers appeared first on MENU.| MENU
As the summer tourism season approaches and major sports events like the NHL Playoffs bring more Canadians to local restaurants, hotels and entertainment venues, businesses across the country are preparing for a busy stretch. The increased foot traffic is a welcome boost, but it also presents new challenges, especially when it comes to preventing fraud. […]| MENU
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