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You Belong at the Table: Tracy Andrews’ Journey to Leadership in Foodservice

This profile is part of a series by the Re-seasoning Coalition, a non-profit organization dedicated to increasing representation…

The Rooms Rebuilding Foodservice

Foodservice has always been powered by people, and today, there’s a growing focus on designing spaces that better…

Black Leadership à La Carte

A new leadership series spotlighting seven Black women shaping foodservice beyond the front line. The Re-Seasoning Coalition (TRSC)…

How We’re Supporting Operators with Canadian-Made Innovations

Article written for MENU Magazine by Philman George, Corporate Chef and Co-founder of The Re-Seasoning Coalition “Where is…

Bridging Indigenous Foodways & Culinary Leadership: A Conversation with Chef Chris Commandant

Tucked inside the National Arts Centre (NAC) in Ottawa, 1 Elgin is a culinary stage for Canada’s diverse…

A Blueprint for Belonging: Lessons from Queer Third Places for Hospitality Today

The idea of the “third place” has captivated hospitality for decades. Restaurateurs, hoteliers, and bar owners chase that…

THE DOUBLE BIND: How Race and Gender Shape Black Women’s Careers in Foodservice

Intersectionality isn’t just a buzzword—it’s a reality that shapes workplace experiences in ways many don’t see. Coined by…

Elevating Menus: Diversity in the Canadian Wine Industry

Vinequity aims to ensure people who identify as Black, Indigenous or People of Colour (including those who identify…

The Conversation with Miss Niki Nikita

Multi-disciplinary Performance Artist, erstwhile hospitality worker, and proud Trans woman. Like many artists, Miss Niki Nikita’s story includes…

Flying the Flag with Pride

It’s Pride month, and restaurants are welcoming LGBTQ2S+ patrons inside and onto crowded patios. That’s great, but what…