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Editor's Note 
 
The Canadian Pizza Summit West and Chef of the Year Competition will take place on Monday, July 8, in Port Coquitlam, B.C.! We invite pizzerias from across Canada to join us to eat, compete or simply network with your pizza community!
- Colleen Cross, Editor
 
News 
 

100-year-old NYC pizza icon is up for sale

Totonno’s Pizzeria Napolitana, a Coney Island institution and one of the New York City’s few coal-oven pizzerias left, is looking for a buyer to take over the century-old business. Eater.com reports.


Ontario's Pizza Nova raises $217,874 for Variety Village children's charity

Domenic Primucci, president of Ontario chain Pizza Nova, visited Variety Village on June 4 to present a cheque for $217,874 as part of a fundraiser that raises proceeds through the sale of their dipping sauces.


Pizzafest in Petrolia, Ont., sees long lineups during 11th annual event

Officials with the Town of Petrolia in southern Ontario say this past weekend's Pizzafest was a "cheesy good time" as more than 7,300 slices were sold and an estimated 2,500 people attended the event. CK NewsToday.ca reports.


 
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Register now for B.C.'s Canadian Pizza Summit West and Chef of the Year Competition!

The Canadian Pizza Summit West and Chef of the Year Competition will take place on Monday, July 8, at our host venue and Platinum Sponsor Sysco in Port Coquitlam, B.C.! We invite pizzerias from across Canada to join us to eat, compete or simply network with your pizza community! » Read More...
 
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On the Rise Podcast: Talking food and baking education with Anthony Borgo

Editor Colleen Cross speaks with Anthony Borgo, coordinator of the baking program and professor of apprentice cook and culinary programs at Georgian College in Barrie, Ont., about his work with students, what they want in a career and what skills they are learning. We'll finish with five rapid-fire questions about baking, pizza and pasta. » Read More...
 
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How to open a successful pizzeria in nine easy steps: Making Dough with Diane

Experienced owner-operators know that it’s essential to be prepared both financially and mentally before venturing into the pizza industry. If you are ready to take the leap to become a pizza restaurateur, it’s important to go into it with both eyes open, writes Diane Chiasson in her Making Dough column. » Read More...
 
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Newest in new products

An AI-powered ordering platform for pizzerias, ready-to-bake Lemon Burst cookie dough, par-baked pizza crusts and a tap-to-pay option for cellphones. You’ll find these and more pizza-specific products, equipment and services in our New Products section. Check it out! And tell us what you as an operator are in the market for. » Read More...
 
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Reduce flour dust exposure risk

WorkSafeBC shares important information about the risks around working with flour (not just baker's asthma) and getting the most out of your joint health and safety committee. » Read More...
 
 
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Toronto's General Assembly Pizza welcomes Breadhead bakery and Sam James Coffee Bar

Fast-casual pizza concept General Assembly Pizza is focusing on a new business model, partnering with Sam James Coffee Bar and Breadhead Bakery to offer customers a wider range of products under one roof. » Watch the video now!

Menu item counts and overall menu prices increased over the last year, Technomic reports

Overall menu item counts in Canada are on the rise, with every mealpart showing growth, according to new data from Technomic. Overall menu prices increased by 3.7 per cent in the last year and on-alcohol beverages saw the largest item count growth. » Read More...

CFIB recommends reducing patio fees in Atlantic provinces

The Canadian Federation of Independent Business is recommending that municipalities in Atlantic Canada reduce patio permit costs or completely waive fees for patio permits during the summer season. » Read more

 
Events 
 

Canadian Pizza Summit West and Chef of the Year Competition    

July 8, 2024 | Sysco, 1346 Kingsway Ave, Port Coquitlam, BC V3C 6G4 » Read More...

Canadian Pizza Summit East and Chef of the Year Competition    

October 21, 2024 | Faema Canada, 672 Dupont St. Suite 201, Toronto, ON M6G 1Z6 » Read More...

Bakery Showcase 2025

April 14, 2025 | 159, rue Saint-Antoine Ouest, 9e étage, Montréal (Québec) H2Z 1H2 CANADA » Read More...