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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.

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Commercial Combi Ovens in Canada: Buyer’s Guide, ROI, and Menu Ideas

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Choose the right commercial combi oven in Canada. Compare sizes, gas vs electric, controls and ventilation. Get ROI tips, menu ideas and book a demo with TFI.

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Restaurant Equipment in Canada: Buy, Lease, or Rent For Maximum ROI (2025 Guide)

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Learn how restaurants in Ontario and Atlantic Canada choose between buying, leasing, or renting restaurant equipment. Compare ROI, cash flow, warranties, and service options.

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Find the Best Commercial Coffee Machines & Brands for Your Business

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Looking for the best commercial coffee machine for cafés, QSRs, or convenience stores in Canada? Explore Franke super-automatic bean to cup coffee machines, real ROI insights, and how TFI Food Equipment Solutions supports installation, leasing, rentals, and lifetime service across Ontario & Atlantic Canada.

Colorful green, orange, and red slush drinks served in glass bowls, made using a Taylor commercial slush machine.

Popular Soft Serve & Frozen Beverage Ideas in Canada for Maximum ROI

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Learn which soft serve desserts and frozen beverages are trending in Canadian foodservice. Discover profitable menu ideas, high-margin equipment, and tips to increase ROI.

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The Most Popular Menu Items in Canada for Boosting Restaurant ROI

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Discover the most profitable menu items in Canada that drive restaurant ROI. Learn which dishes boost sales, improve margins, and enhance restaurant profitability.

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Toronto Restaurant Equipment FAQ: Owner’s Guide to Financing, Rentals & Repairs

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Find answers to common questions about restaurant equipment in Toronto, including financing options, renting vs. buying, essential gear, and reliable local suppliers from TFI Canada’s experts.

Henny Penny F5 commercial deep fryer with four fry vats, touchscreen controls, and stainless steel design for high-efficiency frying.

Commercial Pressure & Deep Fryers in Canada | FAQ Guide to Buying, Renting, Leasing and Service

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Learn about commercial deep and pressure fryers across Ontario and Atlantic Canada. Get clear answers on cost, oil-saving tech, financing, service, and claim your free quote from TFI Canada today.

Franke bean-to-cup commercial coffee machine dispensing a latte with touchscreen menu interface in a modern café setting.

Commercial Coffee Machine FAQs for Toronto & Ontario Businesses: Everything You Need to Know

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Looking for the best commercial coffee machine for your hotel, café, office, or restaurant in Toronto or Ontario? Discover top models, pricing, Franke options, local support, and answers to the most common coffee equipment FAQs for Canadian businesses.

Colorful green, orange, and red slush drinks served in glass bowls, made using a Taylor commercial slush machine.

Commercial Slush Machine FAQs for Canadian Restaurants and Convenience Stores

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Find answers to the most common questions about commercial slush machines in Canada. Learn about pricing, rental and lease options, used equipment, delivery, and support from TFI Food Equipment Solutions. Serving Ontario and Atlantic Canada.

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Soft Serve Ice Cream Machines in Ontario | FAQ Guide to Buying, Renting, Leasing & More

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Thinking of adding soft-serve to your café menu in Toronto or expanding across Ontario and Atlantic Canada? Discover where to buy, how to choose, financing, setup requirements and more in our expert FAQ guide for commercial soft serve ice cream machines.

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Best Features of Taylor Ice Cream Machines: Your Ultimate Buying Guide

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Discover the standout features that make Taylor ice cream machines industry favorites—from rapid freezing times and precise consistency controls to easy cleaning systems.

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Monthly Profit of a Soft Serve Machine: Costs, ROI & Profitability Guide

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Discover how much you can earn from a Taylor soft serve machine each month. We break down purchase & operating costs, revenue potential, and ROI to help you maximize profits.

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