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(July 2011)
Operators ‘steak-out’ new cuts and flavours for beef
Sirloin was by far the most frequently featured beef steak in Canadian restaurants in the second half of 2010, according to MenuMonitor data. Strip steak followed, with 78 appearances on the menus of...
(June 2011)
Canadians go hog wild for pork
Pork ribs are by far the most frequently listed pork entrée on the menus of both Top 250 chains and leading independent restaurants in Canada. According to MenuMonitor data, the dish appears in...
(May 2011)
Poultry has room for growth on breakfast menus
Consumers recently polled by Technomic say they eat chicken more frequently than any other type of meat. Despite this high rate of consumption, consumers indicate that opportunities still exist for new...
(May 2011)
Canadians show a preference for strong flavours in Thai food
Canadian operators use a wide selection of sauces and condiments on dishes with Thai flavours. Curry sauces are the most frequently used options for Thai dishes in Canada, according to...
(April 2011)
Capitalizing on emerging food trends
The restaurant and foodservice industry is cautiously optimistic about the outlook for 2011, and menu planners are hoping to get ahead of the wave by capitalizing on emerging...
(April 2011)
Mexican dishes promote customization
Burritos are the Mexican item most frequently featured in Canadian menus, according to MenuMonitor data. A total of 83 burrito items appeared on the menus leading...
(March 2011)
Hottest menu trend in 2011: LOCAL
According to CRFA’s 2011 Canadian Chef Survey, local foods reign supreme as the hottest trend. The local flavour is strong throughout the survey, whether being the top menu trend or culinary theme...
(March 2011)
Bacon and breakfast starches boost breakfast menus
Bacon dominated the breakfast protein category in Canada during the first half of 2010, appearing 363 times on the menus of Top 250 chains and leading independent restaurants. The crispy...
(Feb. 2011)
Healthy callouts and preparations sprout on Canadian menus
Canadian operators are quick to use healthy claims on their menus to generate attention from health-conscious and eco-friendly consumers. “Vegetarian” was the most frequently listed...
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