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Borderless Bowls: How Birria Ramen Is Stirring Up Canadian Takeout A New Era of Fusion Canada’s takeout scene has always thrived on diversity. From shawarma on the corner to sushi platters at your doorstep, global flavours have long shaped the way Canadians eat on the go. But now, a new wave is redefining menus everywhere — Borderless Cuisine. Coined in Future Menus Volume 3 by Unilever Food Solutions, this movement is all about breaking down barriers between cultures and dishes to create something fresh, exciting, and comfortingly familiar. What Is Borderless Cuisine? Chef Álvaro Lima, Senior Corporate Chef at Unilever …

According to Future Menus Volume 3, Generation Z—those born roughly between 1995 and 2012—aren’t just another dining demographic. They’re trendsetters, with distinct preferences that demand adaptability from the foodservice industry. Here’s what operators need to know. 1. Dining Out Is Their Norm Gen Z leads all generations in dining out frequently: •A majority eat out at least once a week, and over 25% dine out multiple times weekly. 2. Customization Rules, Loyalty Follows •One in ten Gen Z diners only visit restaurants that offer dish customization. •62% say they’re more likely to return if customization is available. Unilever Food Solutions 3. They Crave Adventure …

Why Restaurants Should Partner with Suppliers for ActivationsHow collaborative events can bring new revenue, marketing buzz, and community engagement to your business When it comes to creative ways to boost revenue and foot traffic, more and more restaurants are teaming up with their suppliers for in-store activations — and it’s paying off. Take Trinity Market in Toronto, for example. The popular neighbourhood wine bar recently partnered with Muskoka Brewery for a weekend-long activation that combined product sampling, local marketing, and a branded fridge takeover. Together, they transformed Trinity’s patio into a Muskoka beer destination, engaging passersby with a refreshing summer …

As food delivery apps and dark kitchens rise, there’s a concern that brick-and-mortar establishments might not stand the heat. Are they really a threat?   Are Food Delivery Apps and Dark Kitchens a Threat to Brick-and-Mortar Establishments?   In Canada alone, just over 5 million food delivery apps were downloaded last year, with the most popular options being Uber Eats and DoorDash. Apps like these have been growing in popularity since the rise of smartphones and the increasing demand for convenience and self-dining throughout the pandemic in 2020 and beyond.  We’ve also seen an influx of “dark kitchens”, which are …

The best takeout for your next blackjack tournament You’re deep into a heated blackjack session, cards are flowing, and someone’s stomach starts rumbling. Suddenly, you’re faced with a dilemma that’s plagued game nights since time began—how do you keep everyone fed without turning your carefully arranged chips into a greasy mess? The intersection of gaming and dining has come a long way from the days of stale pretzels and warm beer. Whether you’re hosting friends around your kitchen table or prefer to try live blackjack with Canadian dealers here when coordinating schedules becomes impossible, today’s approach borrows heavily from what casinos figured …