From 10-Cent Wings to 100 Flavours: Canada’s Love Affair With Chicken Wings
Buffalo, honey garlic, hot honey or something that requires a waiver? Chicken wings have come a long way, and Canadian restaurants are making the most of every flavour. Remember 10-cent wing nights? If you were going out to pubs in the 1990s, there’s a good chance you remember ordering a couple dozen wings, grabbing a cold beer and spending more time debating the next round than worrying about the bill. Wing nights were an event. They brought friends together, filled bars on slower evenings and gave restaurants a reason to keep the fryers running. The prices have certainly changed. But …
5 Independent Coffee Shops in North Calgary You Need to Try
5 Independent Coffee Shops in North Calgary Worth Visiting Great coffee, local personalities and a few reasons to explore a new neighbourhood. Calgary has a fantastic coffee scene, and some of its most interesting cafés are north of downtown. From Vietnamese specialty drinks to locally roasted beans, these five independent coffee shops are worth adding to your next coffee run. 1. Haven House Cafe — North Haven View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gallery Underground (@galleryundergroundyyc) A neighbourhood favourite with a welcoming atmosphere, specialty coffees and homemade food. It’s the kind of place where you …
Canada’s Next Generation of Chefs Needs More Than a Good Knife
It is not an easy time to run a restaurant in Canada. Food costs, labour, rent, equipment and just about everything else that goes into putting a plate in front of a customer costs more. For independent restaurants especially, finding savings wherever they can matters. That’s why this caught our attention. All-Clad has launched its Culinary Program in Canada, giving chefs and restaurant owners access to preferred industry pricing on professional cookware, including savings of 25%. The program also allows chefs to order directly online without going through a distributor or middleman. That’s useful. But there is another part of …
Top 100 Canada Takeout 2026 100 Best Takeout
Its National Takeout Day and we have been eating takeout since 2020. Over the past year we have HEARTED Reviewed and eaten at. In no order here are out 2026 National Takeout Day 100 best Restaurant: Alfies Sandwiches Location: Toronto View this post on Instagram A post shared by Alex (@alexandfujifilm) …
Spot 1: The 40-Year Brampton Restaurant That Became a Live Music Institution
Spot 1: The 40-Year Brampton Restaurant That Became a Live Music Institution In an industry where restaurants often struggle to survive even a few years, one Brampton establishment has quietly done something remarkable. Spot 1 Grill & Music Hall has been serving food, drinks, and live music to locals since 1984, becoming one of the city’s longest-running independent restaurants. Over four decades, the venue has evolved from a neighbourhood grill into one of the GTA’s most beloved small music venues—while still keeping its identity as a casual restaurant at its core. The Beginning: A Neighbourhood Restaurant in 1984 Spot 1 …
Building Loyalty Without Discounting: Why Smart Perks Beat Cheap Deals
Building Loyalty Without Discounting: Why Smart Perks Beat Cheap Deals 6 In foodservice, deals can fill seats fast — but they can also chip away at your brand value just as quickly. Operators across Canada are starting to realise that discount-heavy offers (BOGOs, deep cuts, coupons) might drive short-term spikes, yet rarely build the long-term loyalty needed for sustainable growth. That’s where loyalty, perks, and purpose-driven engagement come in. Instead of racing to the bottom on price, more brands are creating systems that reward repetition, build habit, and reinforce who they are — without cheapening the experience. Why Discounts Aren’t …
Edmonton’s Wing Destination: The Bend Lounge YEG
If you’re cruising through southeast Edmonton and craving wings with personality — plus a side of live entertainment and neighbourhood pub vibes — The Bend Lounge YEG should be on your radar. Located at 14743 40 Ave NW, this relaxed pub has built a reputation for hearty eats, great drinks, and some of the city’s most talked-about wing offerings. View this post on Instagram A post shared by The Bend Lounge (@thebendlounge) A Neighbourhood Pub with History Since opening its doors in 2008, The Bend Lounge has been a go-to spot for locals who love comfort food, …
CanadaTakeout Recap: Pizza Break – A Local Favourite for Vaughan Pizza
If you’re on the hunt for great Vaughan pizza, Pizza Break stands out as a beloved neighbourhood favourite in Woodbridge. With more than 20 years of experience crafting delicious pies, this family-run pizzeria has built a loyal following thanks to its combination of fresh ingredients, generous toppings, and wallet-friendly prices. What Makes Pizza Break Special At Pizza Break, the menu covers all the bases for pizza lovers: •Classic pizzas in a range of sizes — from small to party size — ideal for both solo meals and group gatherings. PIZZA BREAK •Gourmet creations like Margherita with bocconcini and sun-dried tomatoes, …
The Legacy of Peanut Butter (and Jam) in Canada 🍞🥜🍇
Peanut butter — a pantry staple across North America — has deep roots in Canada. The spread’s earliest formal origin traces back to a Canadian chemist and pharmacist, Marcellus Gilmore Edson, from Montreal. In 1884, Edson patented a method for milling roasted peanuts into a “peanut paste” — an early version of what we now know as peanut butter. Peanut Bureau of Canada While peanut butter was born in Canada, the classic sandwich pairing of peanut butter + jam (or jelly) — the ubiquitous “PB&J” — has its earliest known recipe from the United States. The first published mention dates …
Why Fast-Casual Restaurants Should Treat Snacks as Their Most Overlooked Profit Centre
In fast-casual dining — especially sandwich shops, cafés, and delis — the Point of Purchase (POP) isn’t just where customers pay. It’s where they make their quickest, highest-margin decisions. And nothing drives impulse sales faster than snacking. Most operators know this instinctively, but many don’t realise the full opportunity sitting right beside the till. The right snacks, displayed the right way, not only boost average cheque size — they often come with incentives, rebates, and retail support from the brands themselves. Here’s why snacks deserve a bigger role in your fast-casual strategy. 1. Snacks Are the Ultimate Impulse Buy …
