Nearly half of B.C.'s restaurants are in crisis. Industry leader Ian Tostenson details the perfect storm of rising costs, falling traffic, and calls for urgent government action to save a vital community sector.
A popular Halifax Smitty's restaurant on Lacewood Drive has closed permanently. The owners cite ongoing pandemic-related pressures as the reason for the sudden shutdown.
A Breslau, Ont. restaurant credits its survival amid a wave of national closures to unwavering quality and customer loyalty. Discover how they're beating the odds.
A new report reveals a 'bloodbath' for Canadian restaurants, with 7,000 closures in 2025 and 4,000 more expected in 2026 due to rising costs and softening demand. Learn the full story.
Vancouver restaurateurs like Ron MacGillivray are selling homes and businesses to survive. High costs and low consumer spending create a crisis unlike 2008 or COVID. Read more.
The Grand's new ski gondola dining pods at Westboro Beach are the must-have reservation in Ottawa this winter, offering pizza with stunning sunset views over the frozen Ottawa River. Discover the story behind this unique attraction.
Edmonton's beloved Red Diamond Restaurant is closing its doors after half a century. Owner Tracy Luu retires as rising costs end a legacy that fed Oilers stars and Premier Ralph Klein. Read the full story.
A new study predicts a potential crisis for Canada's restaurant industry, with thousands of establishments at risk of closing in 2026. Learn the key factors and what it means for your community.
Moxies bids farewell to its Yorkdale Shopping Centre restaurant on January 18, 2026, after nearly two decades. The brand focuses on future growth in Ontario, including a relocated Barrie spot.
Cà Phê Rang, a Michelin-recommended Vietnamese restaurant in Toronto and part of Matty Matheson's group, is shutting down. Get the details on this significant closure for the city's culinary scene.
Hawaiian filmmakers visited Chatham, Ontario, to document the surprising Canadian origins of Hawaiian pizza, invented at the Satellite Restaurant in 1962. Discover the story behind the controversial topping.
Windsor's Mobile Crisis Rapid Response Team responded to 4,210 calls in 2025, a critical service blending mental health support with policing. Learn about their impact and future.
A new forecast warns 4,000 Canadian restaurants could shut down in 2026 as consumers tighten spending. Learn the causes and what it means for the industry.
Winnipeg Police are investigating after a guest allegedly set a fire at Santa Lucia Pizza to avoid paying. The incident occurred on January 8, 2026. Authorities are searching for the suspect.
Discover Tayanti, Ottawa's new Peruvian eatery in the ByWard Market, serving pan con chicharrón, ceviche, and lomo saltado. A culinary journey to Peru without leaving the city.
Calgary's Avitus wine bar expands its culinary footprint with Brioche, a new French bistro in Marda Loop. Discover the authentic cuisine and curated wines from owner Yann de la Chanonie and chef Tristan Chaboche.
A Toronto restaurant is making a delicious pitch to keep star shortstop Bo Bichette with the Blue Jays, offering him free steak for life if he re-signs with the team.
A Windsor restaurant's non-alcoholic 'No-jito' is a hit, reflecting a broader shift in consumer habits during Dry January 2026. Discover how local spots are adapting.
A lawsuit in British Columbia alleges three former Denny's restaurant employees misappropriated thousands of dollars in customer tips. Get the details on the case.
Animl steakhouse makes a juicy offer to Blue Jays star Bo Bichette: free steak for life if he re-signs with Toronto. The shortstop's free agency decision heats up.
Ottawa restaurant critic Peter Hum's 2025 culinary journey through Kanata reveals standout spots for Turkish pastries, traditional ramen, and authentic Filipino chicken. Discover the flavours defining Ottawa's western suburb.
A Calgary couple's wedding plans were almost destroyed by an arson fire. See how the Salt & Brick restaurant team rallied to pull off their dream day just 72 hours later.
Daniela Alonso, owner of Taquitos Cocina De Mexico in Bedford, fights to keep her doors open as inflation and expenses threaten her business. Read her story of resilience.
Three Calgary restaurant owners receive jail sentences for defrauding temporary foreign workers of $44,000. Justice cites threats of deportation as an aggravating factor. Read the full story.
After four decades, Chef Hervé Martin is retiring and closing The French Table on Main Street. Discover the legacy of this iconic Vancouver bistro and its final service date.
Habibiz Café in Winnipeg was targeted with a hateful message, occurring just two days after a local synagogue was vandalized. The community condemns the acts.
A Kitchener, Ontario, restaurateur reveals how last-minute reservation cancellations and 'no-shows' create major operational and financial headaches for local eateries. Learn about the impact on January 3, 2026.
The Mandarin restaurant at Yonge and Eglinton in Toronto will serve its last meal on Jan. 18, 2026, ending a 35-year run due to area redevelopment. Read about its history and impact.
A beloved Toronto institution, the Mandarin Restaurant at Yonge and Eglinton, is closing its doors after 35 years, marking the end of an era for local diners.
Explore the evolving Calgary dining landscape for 2026. From pop-up concepts to enduring favourites, discover the trends and challenges shaping the city's vibrant restaurant industry.