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Stay ahead in the foodservice industry with insights from TFI, Canada’s largest supplier of specialty commercial kitchen equipment for over 60 years. Read our blog for expert advice on equipment, programs, menu innovation, and industry trends.

Barista pouring latte art using steamed milk from a Franke commercial coffee machine.

Coffee Trends in Canada 2025: Data-Backed Insights

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Coffee trends in Canada are shifting to iced, espresso-based, plant-based milks, and self-serve automation. See the data, regional tips, and how Franke® super-automatic programs fit.

Guests enjoying fresh coffee from a Franke bean-to-cup commercial coffee machine in a hotel breakfast area.

Best Automatic Coffee Machines for Offices: Toronto & Canada Buyer’s Guide

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Find the best automatic coffee machines for offices. This guide explains how super-automatic, bean-to-cup systems work, how to size a machine to your headcount, what it costs per cup, and the smartest ways to acquire, maintain, and scale an office programme in Toronto and across Canada.

Chef placing a ceramic baking dish filled with eggs, vegetables, and cheese into a Henny Penny FlexFusion commercial combi oven.

Restaurant Equipment in Toronto: Buyer’s Guide for GTA Operators

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Restaurant equipment in Toronto buyers’ guide for GTA operators. Compare new, used, rental, and leasing, plus service, delivery, install, and training.

Franke self-service bean-to-cup commercial coffee machine setup in a convenience store, offering takeaway coffee options.

How Do Bean to Cup Coffee Machines Work? Expert Guide for Canada

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Bean to cup coffee machines grind, dose, tamp, brew, and clean automatically. Learn how they work, upkeep, output, ROI, and options in Toronto and Canada.

Multiple trays of food inside a commercial combi oven, including grilled chicken breasts, mixed green beans and carrots, corn on the cob, and ribs.

How Do Combi Ovens Work? A Practical Guide for Toronto and Canadian Kitchens

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Combi ovens combine dry heat and steam to deliver faster, more consistent results with less waste. Learn how do combi ovens work, best uses, sizing tips, and ROI for Toronto, Ontario, and Canada.

Taylor commercial slush machine—single-barrel, blue cabinet—shown at TFI Food Equipment Solutions’ trade show display with sample cup and citrus decals.

How Do Slush Machines Work? Expert FAQ Guide

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Discover how slush machines actually work, what you can put in them, freeze times, and simple buying tips for Toronto and Atlantic Canada. Learn types, maintenance, and ROI, then request a quote or book a Mississauga demo.

Side-by-side comparison of Taylor soft serve ice cream machines: countertop models C152 and C161, and freestanding model C706/C707.

How do Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines Work?

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How do soft serve ice cream machines work in commercial restaurants across Toronto and Atlantic Canada. Learn the parts, the freezing cycle, overrun, capacity, cleaning, and ROI. Compare gravity vs pressurised feed, freestanding vs countertop, and see options to buy, rent, or lease. Book a demo in Mississauga or Dartmouth, request a quote, or schedule service today.

Henny Penny Evolution Elite commercial deep fryers with multiple fry vats, digital touchscreen controls, and oil management system.

How Does a Deep Fryer Work in Commercial Restaurants?

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How does a deep fryer work in a commercial kitchen? Learn the parts, heat transfer, oil management, open vs pressure vs air options, and ROI for operators in Toronto and Atlantic Canada, plus service, rentals, and leasing from TFI.

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How Does a Pressure Fryer Work? Commercial Pressure Fryer Fundamentals for Canadian Kitchens

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How does a pressure fryer work to deliver juicy chicken, faster cook times, and lower oil use in Canadian kitchens? Learn the step-by-step process, compare models, and more.

Three gourmet burgers with lettuce, tomato, avocado, cheddar cheese, and grilled patties on a marble surface with a turquoise background made by Taylor flat-top grills.

Restaurant Equipment Financing Options in Toronto: Guide on Leasing, Loans, and Rentals

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Restaurant equipment financing in Toronto. Learn how to compare leases, rentals, and loans in Canada. See deal structures, buyouts, example term sheets, startup eligibility, tax basics, TCO, and ROI. Speak with TFI Food Equipment Solutions.

Assorted appetizers including glazed chicken wings, buffalo chicken tacos, cheese sticks, croquettes, and veggie sides, served on white platters with dipping sauces.

The Ultimate Menu Ideas for Canadian Restaurants (2025)

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Discover 26 profitable menu ideas for Canadian restaurants in 2025—backed by data and trends. From chicken sandwiches to frozen beverages, see how TFI Canada equipment powers every menu innovation.

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Best Commercial Slush Machine for Alcohol & Cocktails in Canada: The Operator’s Guide

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Looking for a commercial slush machine for alcohol and cocktails in Canada? See the best Taylor® frozen cocktail machines, menu ideas, ABV tips, ROI math, and how to buy, rent, or get certified-used with service across Ontario and Atlantic Canada.

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