3 Easy Steps to Save Money as a Canadian Restaurant Owner
Running a restaurant in Canada means managing a challenging combination of rising food costs, labour pressures, and fierce competition. Finding meaningful ways to reduce your operating costs — without sacrificing quality — is one of the most valuable things you can do for your business. Here are three practical, high-impact steps that Canadian restaurant owners […]
Can I Get Emergency Broaster Repair in Canada?
A broken pressure fryer during a Friday lunch rush isn’t just an inconvenience — it can mean lost revenue, disappointed customers, and a scrambling kitchen team. For restaurant owners who depend on their commercial equipment day in and day out, equipment downtime is a serious business problem. So the question is a fair one: can […]
Does Kendale Provide Installation and Training for Broasters?
Purchasing a commercial pressure fryer is a significant investment for any restaurant — and getting it right from day one matters. That’s why one of the most common questions we hear at Kendale is: do you handle installation and training, or do we need to arrange that ourselves? The short answer: yes, Kendale provides comprehensive […]
Is a Broaster Better Than a Traditional Deep Fryer?
If you’re a restaurant owner in Canada weighing your options for a new frying setup, you’ve likely come across the debate: broaster or traditional deep fryer? Both are staples of commercial kitchens, but they deliver very different results — and the right choice can have a measurable impact on your food quality, oil costs, and […]
Let’s Rebuild Your Menu (Virtually)
Updated November 20th, 2025. Originally published March 12, 2022. Whether the new year is your time for reflection or a period of new-found determination, your business goals are probably related to not only increasing your revenue, but also enhancing your service. This is especially true if you work in the foodservice industry. New approaches to […]
How to Choose the Right Broaster for Your Restaurant Kitchen
Broasted chicken continues to attract customers across Canada because it delivers dependable flavour and quick service. For every type of restaurant setup, having the right commercial broaster plays a major role in keeping your chicken consistently juicy and crispy. Choosing the right pressure fryer equipment is about more than taste; the model you pick affects […]
Propane Smokers vs. Electric Smokers: A Practical Guide for Food Service Operations
Commercial smokers are becoming a staple in Canadian kitchens as chefs seek more control over flavour, production, and costs. Whether you’re serving smoked brisket or sausage made in-house, your smoker influences both cooking efficiency and food quality. Finding the right setup is about more than just taste; it’s about performance and reliability across every service. […]
Why Canadian Restaurants Are Upgrading Their Meat Smokers
Canadian restaurants are taking a closer look at commercial meat smokers, and for good reason. Smoked meat is an iconic Canadian food that’s often shaved over hot poutine or pressed into a juicy burger. As competition grows, many kitchens are bringing smoking in-house to develop signature flavours and maintain steady quality across their menus. The […]
Make It BBQ: Surprising Spins on Traditional Flavour
Simmering down from the warm season doesn’t mean simmering down the BBQ! As the days grow shorter, warm food sounds more and more like a dream. Keep yourself toasty this winter with these nine surprising spins on the traditional BBQ flavour! From cobblers, cakes, puddings, and pies, ramp up this year’s fall and winter menu […]
How to Protect Your Business From Supply Chain Slowdowns
Although many of us are tired of hearing about COVID, there’s no denying that the past two years have had a lasting impact on the way that restaurant, food truck, and business owners perceive the concept of “business as usual.” In fact, the pandemic has taught us more than just a few new words: regardless […]