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It’s no secret the restaurant industry in Canada is undergoing a period of mediocre growth. Today’s operators are navigating a challenging environment whereby stealing share is the only real way to achieve growth. And while total foodservice has experienced anemic growth over the last five-plus years, it’s been a particularly challenging few years for full-service restaurants in Canada. Overall, traffic at FSR continues to decline year-over-year, down 141 million visits compared to 2012. Dollars are also down on the year and have been relatively flat since 2012. While the mid- to long-term trend has been negative, the short-term trend has also been lacklustre. Traffic is down three per cent year-over-year in 2016 and dollar growth is failing to keep pace with inflation (a decrease of two per cent compared to last year). Further compounding this challenging marketing is the fact that

Looking to add a little pizazz to your palate this holiday? Look no further than Forno de Minas the international brand behind the authentic Pão de Queijo “Brazilian bites for cheese lovers.” Created in Brazil’s heartland, these tasty morsels are not only incredibly versatile, but also hugely convenient since they cook up in the oven in just five minutes flat. Forno recently expanded its presence in the U.S. market and I expect their delectable Pão de Queijo to become a staple item in all kinds of homes—those with families, foodies, finicky eaters, fine chefs and all who appreciate good eats in between. Forno’s Pão de Queijo—or cheese roll in Portuguese—is an easily prepared, adaptable offering that serves as a snack, a breakfast item, a party plate, a side dish and even a dessert pairing. In addition, Forno’s Pão de Queijo is a