Asian Night Market, Superfresh, Opens in Toronto
Showcasing Asian-owned and led businesses in the former Annex Food Hall, Asian night market Superfresh is now open at 384 Bloor Street in Toronto! The 4,000 sq. ft market is comprised of seven vendors and offers not only food and beverages which celebrate Asian culture but also a bodega with indoor and outdoor seating, live entertainment, and planned secret events – a location reminiscent of the busy, exciting night markets of Asia. The name Superfresh comes from the first 24-hour Korean-owned grocery store that once served the Annex neighbourhood. “We are excited to bring this concept to life and add …
Eat Up Canada, Chef Vikram Vij launch Indian fast casual Bombay Frankies
For lovers of Indian street food in the GTA, Eat Up Canada and Chef Vikram Vij have partnered to soon open Bombay Frankies, a new fast-casual restaurant coming to Newmarket (Yonge Street x Green Lane) this September. Named after the frankie role, a top street food originating in Bombay, the restaurant will feature a menu of meat and vegetarian options, the development of which will be overseen by the celebrity chef who is also known for his work as a restaurateur, tv personality and cookbook author. The menu will also include frankie bowls, side items, salads and drinks. “Frankies have …
Subway Hits Refresh on Eat Fresh with New Sandwiches, Athletic Partnerships
Initiatives they’re calling the “Eat Fresh Refresh,” Subway Canada has announced actions including new sandwiches for their signature menu, new flavour combinations and Canadian-sourced ingredients, in-app changes and more to come. These major coast-to-coast upgrades in products and services are being supported by professional Canadian athletes Leylah Fernandez (tennis) and Mark McMorris (three-time Olympic Snowboarding bronze medallist). As they head into their local Subways, diners will see not only new bread selections but also new sauces (Sweet & Smoky BBQ Sauce, Green Goddess Dressing), Canadian-raised proteins (Deli-Style Turkey, Deli-style Ham, Grilled Chicken) and other great toppings like Canadian Cheddar Cheese …
Sheraton Hotels & Restorts Launches Grab & Go Outlet Dual Citizen
As part of the reimagining of their nearly 50 properties, Sheraton Hotels & Resorts has launched two new food and beverage outlets here in Canada. While 43 Down, a new beverage-forward take on hotel restaurants, will focus on handcrafted cocktails, Dual Citizen offers guests grab-and-go items coffeehouse-style. Then, the takeout spot turns into a lobby bar for evening enjoyment. “Inspired by the global traveller,” Dual Citizen menu selections include coffee beverages and commute-ready breakfast items. “It’s been an incredible journey watching the vision come to life. We’re bringing something entirely new to Toronto’s downtown core,” shares Tim Reardon, General Manager, …
Tim Horton’s Rings in Spring with Freshly Brewed Iced Tea Quencher
Brewed in-house daily and available made-to-order unsweetened or sweetened, Tim Horton’s invites Canadians to enjoy spring with their new Freshly Brewed Iced Tea Quencher. This beverage is a blend of tropical fruits – including pineapple, passionfruit and blackcurrant – and green tea. The unsweetened option contains zero calories while the sweetened options come with calories, starting at 80 calories in a medium-size serving. “Our guests love our cold beverages year round but with the start of spring we’re gearing up to introduce more new innovations in our cold beverage lineup, starting with our Freshly Brewed Iced Tea Quencher. It’s brewed …
A&W offers first lidless, fully compostable coffee cup in Canada
Now available at A&W Canada locations from coast to coast, Canadian quick-service’s first lidless, fully compostable coffee cups! Inspired by the estimated 5 billion single-use cups that head to landfills in our country each year, this ButterflyCup (UK) design, named the Zero Cup, has no plastic liner or lid, doesn’t need a straw and it is completely recyclable and compostable. “Each year, A&W Canada serves millions of takeout drinks, so finding a more sustainable single-use cup solution is one way we can make a big difference,” says Susan Senecal, President & CEO of A&W Canada. “Our new Zero Cup is …
South Street Burger (Niagara Falls, ON)
Now open in Niagara Falls, a first for the city and the 35th location for Canada, …
Edo Japan (London, ON)
Adding to their 5 locations in Ontario, Edo Japan, Edo for short, has launched its first London restaurant at the Southgate Centre on Wellington Road. With a portfolio of 160 total locations across the globe which serve 10 million+ meals per year, a combination of vision-sharing franchisees and partners have been credited for the steady expansion of Edo’s Japanese-inspired cuisine in Canada. Edo had first launched in Alberta in 1979 with a focus of using a traditional teppan grill to create teppanyaki-style meals. “Edo has experienced consistent success in Canada’s diverse markets, including recent openings in northern Ontario, Manitoba and …
Jollibee (Vancouver, BC & Edmonton, AB)
The first British Columbian addition of the famous global chain, Jollibee has arrived in Vancouver, right in the Entertainment District at 833 Granville Street On opening day alone, nearly 5,000 hungry fans lined up to enjoy signature menu items such as Jollibee’s Jolly Crispy Chicken, Jollibee Spaghetti and Peach Mango Pie! This celebrated opening comes soon after the restaurant brand cut the ribbon at its 4th Edmonton location, 7th Albertan overall, at 881 Tamarack Way NW. Upcoming location openings include Cambie Street, Vancouver, and Strawberry Hill Shopping Centre in Surrey. For a Jollibee location nearest you, click here. @jollibeecanada …
