TFI Canada Blog

While most pandemic trends have come and gone–dalgona coffee, anyone–one trend that has seemingly flown under the radar and is poised to take flight as the stand out winner for years to come, is fried chicken. Almost everywhere you look, you're bound to see a new or emerging fried chicken restaurant, or restaurants adding fried chicken dishes to their already-established classics. You see it everywhere and you want to try it. From beer-battered chicken to Nashville hot chicken to fast-food places, it's hard to avoid. While the competition for best fried chicken is becoming increasingly more interesting with several new spots sprouting up across the country, it's safe to say fried chicken is here and it's here to stay.

Make a Splash with the Summer's coolest cocktails

Longer days and warmer nights are the perfect recipe for frozen drinks on the patio this season. Whether you're looking to upgrade the classics, create a healthier cocktail or add non-alcoholic options to the menu, frozen beverages are continuing to be the drink of choice for those looking to wet their whistle. As frozen beverages continue their growth, notable trends include simpler cocktails, classic offerings and old favourites, more bubbles and pairing a night out with both alcoholic and non-alcoholic offerings. 

The How and Why of What, Where and When we Drink Coffee and its effect on the Industry

Regardless of where in the world you live or the places you visit while travelling, there is always a consistent reminder of home—the smell and taste of the local coffee. 

Why the right amount of coffee is actually good for you.

There's nothing better than that first sip of coffee. Whether you're a coffee before anything type of person, the type who likes to savour your morning cup or someone who needs that extra boost before or after a workout, it’s hard to imagine a day without it. Not only does the caffeine perk you up, but there’s something incredibly soothing about a steaming cup of coffee.

From Emperors to ice men and ice harvesting to pot freezers, the history of ice cream begins with snow and ice stored in snow houses and can be traced back centuries. There are even stories that attribute its success and spread throughout Europe to Marco Polo.

If you're looking to beat the summer heat without the dairy, Toronto's got you covered. 

If you like pina coladas, ( and gettin' caught in the rain ), then there's nothing stopping you from getting your establishment patio ready this summer, and in case you missed it, patio ready means patio ready drinks—the frozen beverage kind—to be exact.

From out-of-this-world flavours to over-the-top cone creations, our love affair with this frosty treat only grows.

In recent years, the popularity of fried chicken has soared, making this once humble bird, the coveted queen of the coop.

For the past few years across the United States, restaurants famously known for their burgers, burritos and sandwiches have been expanding their offerings and making chicken—in all forms—incredibly popular. 

COFFEE x CAKE x COMMUNITY

Neo Coffee Bar opened in August of 2015, located in the popular St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood. With an emphasis on creating a community space to share, they have created a serene coffee experience with their use of concrete walls, warm wood accents and emphasis on minimalist design. Upon walking in, there is a serene feeling as you glance from their coffee & food bar, glass walled kitchen, and its open space.