The Burlington Winter Beer Festival is scheduled to return in 2023! This annual winter event will take place at the Holiday Inn Burlington Hotel & Conference Centre, and it is expected to run from March 3rd to March 4th 2023 (Friday & Saturday). A lineup of high-quality local breweries such as Anderson Craft Ales, Cameron’s Brewing, Clifford Brewing Co., Great …
October is Small Business Month
Did you know that October is Small Business Month in Canada? Small Business Month first started in 2006 as Small Business Week but eventually grew to become a month-long celebration of small businesses and entrepreneurs in Canada. During the month of October, small businesses and entrepreneurs in Ontario and across the country come together to attend business events, seminars, and …
Tips for Cooking a Frozen Turkey
Did you know that turkeys can be kept in the freezer for up to two years? If you are thinking about roasting a stuffed turkey for friends, families, and loved ones this coming Thanksgiving holiday, rest assured that any extra turkeys you may have bought from the store can be preserved in the freezer for the following year. But while …
How Should Ice Cream be Stored?
Ice cream is a popular treat that many Canadians enjoy year-round. Ice cream could be served as a dessert, a snack, a special occasions cake, and even as topping on iced coffee! But just like other dairy products, ice cream should be carefully stored in the freezer until it is ready for consumption. For food safety reasons, the freezer or …
The Ex Returns to Toronto!
After a two-year hiatus, the CNE (also known as The Ex) is back at Exhibition Place in Toronto. Founded in 1879, The Ex is Canada’s largest annual fair. Families can enjoy plenty of food, sports games, live entertainment, and a large carnival midway with games and rides. Food vendors at The Ex have always tried to showcase their skills by …
Customer Safety is Our #1 Priority
It’s very important for owners and employees of businesses to stay safe while working at night, no matter what season it is. Of course, it’s easier for someone to slip and fall on ice and snow during the winter, but it’s also possible to trip over things on the ground during the summertime. According to WorkSafe Saskatchewan, people who work …
Smorgasburg has come to Toronto!
It is an exciting time to be living in Toronto this summer. Not only are many of the city’s food festivals re-opening for the first time since the pandemic, new food festivals are now coming to the city! Dubbed the “Woodstock of Eating” by the New York Times, Smorgasburg is the largest weekly open-air food market in the U.S. Launched …
Coolmate Rentals Photo Contest 2022
Hey everyone! You could win free swag from Coolmate Rentals this summer by taking a picture of our trailer on the streets or at events and festivals throughout the Greater Toronto Area. All you need to do is find our trailer with the penguin logo and snap a picture of it with your cell phone or camera (we love nice …
Food Safety Tips for BBQ Season
It’s finally that time of year when everyone is ready to hang out with friends on the patio over a pint of beer and a lot of smoky, delicious BBQ meats. According to a 2019 study conducted by Statista, Canadians’ top favourite foods to grill on the barbecue are: steaks (43%), hamburgers (31%), ribs (9%), and hotdogs & sausages (7%). …
Some Dog Foods Require Refrigeration Too
In recent years, many dog owners in the US and Canada have switched their dog’s diet from dry kibbles to fresh cooked and raw meats. Even large pet retailers like PetSmart have installed in-store coolers and freezers for the storage of fresh cooked and raw meats for dogs. But why did this food trend catch on amongst dog owners? According …