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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.

Close-up of Henny Penny Velocity Series fryer digital control panel displaying programmable settings for pressure frying chicken, highlighting precision cooking and high-volume kitchen efficiency.

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.

A colourful slushy on a wooden table.

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.

TFI Food Equipment technician demonstrating a Taylor flat-top grill cooking fresh beef patties in a commercial kitchen setting.

How to Clean a Taylor Double-Sided Grill: Step-by-Step Guide for Restaurants in Canada

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Learn how to clean a Taylor double-sided grill with a simple step-by-step guide and video. Covers tools, daily SOP, safe cooling, rinsing, and release-sheet care for 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.

Commercial Food Steamer Canada: Buyer’s Guide + How To Use, Clean, and Cook

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Find the right commercial food steamer in Canada. Compare boilerless vs boiler-based models, get install tips, and learn to use, clean, and cook.

Quick service restaurant employee handing a takeaway coffee made with a Franke commercial bean-to-cup coffee machine.

Best Espresso Machine for Coffee Shops: The Buyer’s Guide for Canada

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Find the right commercial espresso machine for your café. Explore Franke models with install, leasing and 24/7 OEM service from TFI across Ontario.

Henny Penny F5 commercial deep fryer with touchscreen controls, frying French fries in a kitchen setting.

Commercial Pressure Fryer vs Open Fryer in Canada: The Ultimate Guide

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Choosing between a commercial pressure fryer and an open fryer in Canada? See side-by-side specs, oil savings up to 40%, labour and yield advantages for chicken programmes, and when to choose each. Get a fryer sizing call, oil cost calculator, and TFI Total Care PM.

A set of Henny Penny combi ovens, engineered for precision cooking in commercial kitchens. These high-efficiency ovens are ideal for restaurants, bakeries, and foodservice businesses.

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.

Customer paying at a bakery counter with a Franke bean-to-cup coffee machine in the background, ideal for pairing baked goods with premium coffee.

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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