Closing Ceremony
Join Kelly Higginson, President and CEO of Restaurants Canada, as she reflects on the end of the 3 exciting and inspiration filled days of RC Show 2025. Leave the show with personal and business action items, new contacts and opportunities for exploration for the year to come.
Read MoreSuccess Story: After Born Hungry, Sash Simpson is Ready for the Next Course
Few culinary journeys are as compelling as Chef Sash Simpson’s. From a hungry child on the streets of Chennai to leading some of Toronto’s top kitchens, his story is one of resilience, talent, and transformation. His first major return to India—captured in the powerful documentary Born Hungry—reignited his connection to the complexity and nuance of…
Read MoreThe Next Course: Trends & Innovations Shaping the Future of Full-Service Restaurants
Presented by American Express Canada. Take a front-row seat as industry experts unpack the key trends shaping the next chapter of full-service dining. From the transparency of provenance marketing to the immersive appeal of multi-sensory experiences, discover how restaurants are redefining guest engagement. Learn about the latest in smart menu technologies, cutting-edge innovations reshaping operations,…
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Read MoreRestaurant Canada Exhibitor Awards
It’s time to shine! Who has the Best Booth? Restaurants Canada welcomes everyone at the show to attend to both recognize and congratulate the heart and soul that goes into the creativity and determination of the operators, producers and suppliers who FUEL the hospitality industry and bring the best of their business to RC Show.
Read MoreViral Fame to Restaurant Success with Chef Tuệ Nguyen aka. @TWAYDABAE
Like many during the 2020 lockdowns, Chef Tuệ Nguyen wanted to help people feel a little less alone. She started posting how-to videos of simple Vietnamese dishes. Right away, her energy and charm instantly connected her to watchers around the world. From the balanced approach to modernizing traditional dishes to the challenges of opening a…
Read MoreWhere Are Diners Headed in 2025?
Presented by Technomic The dining consumer landscape is constantly shifting beneath our feet. Traditional restaurant usage is alive and well, however, significant behavioural changes among younger cohorts and emerging consumer segments are creating new opportunities to fuel success for your restaurant. Join Technomic’s Robert Byrne for a look at trends for 2025 and begin building…
Read MoreA Success Story: Mo Jessa and the Evolution of Earls
Mo Jessa went from prep cook to President at Earls. With over three decades of guiding the company through challenges, impressive growth, and a wide variety of changes and concepts, we thought it’s time we hear from one of the best in the business. We’ll sit down to hear Kelly Higginson, Restaurant Canada’s President and…
Read MoreThe Canadian Food System: Opportunities & Challenges for Your Menu
As global supply chains and trade relationships face increasing uncertainty, the foodservice industry must adapt to shifting food systems that will impact sourcing, costs and menu planning. How can the food industry collaborate to build a more resilient, sustainable and forward-thinking food supply? Join Rebecca Mackenzie, CEO of the Culinary Tourism Alliance, and a panel…
Read MoreRC Show 80th Anniversary Headliner: A Fireside Chat with Chef José Andrés
Presented by Restaurants Canada and High Liner Foods Join us at the Speaker Stage for a landmark fireside chat with Chef José Andrés, renowned chef, humanitarian, and founder of World Central Kitchen (WCK), as RC Show celebrates its 80th anniversary. Presented by Restaurants Canada and High Liner Foods, this transformative conversation with one of the…
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