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IBIE Vegas highlights

IBIE, held for the first time since 2018, served as a smorgasbord for baking businesses where there was plenty of substantial information to be consumed and exciting extra features to sweeten the experience. Check out our quick recap of the successful event.


Resident chef at National Arts Centre in Ottawa presents greatest recipe hits

The National Arts Centre’s (NAC) resident chef, Jenni Lessard, is bringing the stories of her childhood blended with some of her family’s traditional recipes to the table during her time at the centre this fall.


Restaurants Canada reports continued bumps in road to recovery

Restaurants Canada, the voice of foodservice, released the 2022 edition of Foodservice Facts, presenting the latest foodservice statistics, trends, forecasts, detailed analysis and insights for industry leaders.


‘Women in Pizza’ group aims to showcase and connect women working in the pizza industry worldwide

Women in Pizza is a movement that empowers women in the pizza industry to share their stories, display their talents, inspire innovations, and connect with one another and the world. Learn how you can get involved.


Fall wine tasting event with BAC’s Ontario Chapter

BAC Ontario Chapter will present a Fall Wine Tasting Event on Thursday, Oct. 6, at Centennial College Event Centre in Toronto. Enjoy a night of great food, wine and desserts. Register by Sept. 26 to reserve your spot!
 
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Handtmann

From Mixing To Package… Innovation In Action

Come see innovative Handtmann technologies, our integrated solutions and virtual HVISION service capabilities for bakeries that will be in action at the Handtmann IBIE booth with demonstrations of powerful mixing, dividing, forming and depositing advancements that can stand alone or be simply integrated into existing lines. IBIE Booth 3575.
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Sweet endings

Sweet endings: Pairing desserts and wine

How can pairing your fruit, nut and chocolate desserts with wine increase profits at your bakery-café or restaurant? Karen Barr gleans tips and ideas from creative chefs. » Read more...
 
Canadian Pizza Innovation

Webinar set for Sept. 26: Show & Tell: Canadian Pizza Innovation

Make time in your Monday to attend a one-of-a-kind pizza webinar that’s designed for pizza chefs, bakers and anyone interested in craft of artisan pizza making. » Read more...
 
SPONSORED SPOTLIGHT 
 
Annex Bookstore

The Cake Book

From the first time a child tastes a cake at his first birthday party, it becomes a central focus of all of life’s milestones. From simple, frosted layer cakes to elaborate restaurant creations, this popular dessert has the power to bring people together and to evoke a feeling of celebration.

In this book, Tish Boyle shares a wealth of information on cake-baking equipment, ingredients, and techniques, as well as troubleshooting advice and instructions for cake decor.  Recipes are provided for every type of cake imaginable, including pound and coffee cakes, cheesecakes, angel food, fruit-based, flour-less, meringue, mousse, and ice cream cakes, as well as fillings, frostings, and cake accompaniments.
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Forecast improves for food and beverage processing: FCC report

The outlook for food and beverage processors remains positive amid economic conditions that have shifted from the start of the year, according to the Food and Beverage Report mid-year update from Farm Credit Canada (FCC). Food in Canada reports. » Read more...

BAC’s B.C. Chapter presents an evening with Chef Christophe Bonzon

On Oct. 19 at Vancouver Island University, Chef Christophe Bonzon, executive pastry chef and owner of Chez Christophe in Burnaby, B.C., will demonstrate how to craft entremets, chocolate bonbons and chocolate garnishes, and discuss how the bakery streamlines production for fine pastries. » Read more...

First cohort of the National Leadership Development Program for Women in the Skilled Trades underway, second cohort announced

The inaugural cohort of the Canadian Apprenticeship Forum’s National Leadership Program for Women in Skilled Trades is underway with 18 apprentice tradeswomen as the first participants in the program. Due to great interest, the partners will fund an additional cohort at no cost to tradeswomen which will start in February. » Read more...

CFIB launches program to help business owners promote wellness in their workplace

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is launching Workplace Wellness, a new online initiative that provides business owners with resources and tools to support wellness in their business. » Read more...
 
EVENTS 
 

Bakery Showcase 2023

May 14-15, 2023
Vancouver
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