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Category: Innovation

9 Unique Finds from CHFA NOW

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows, Trends
CHFA Duck Fries

Digging into Toronto’s CHFA NOW (Natural-Organic-Wellness) trade show, I waded through a sea of bars, bevies, salty snacks, spreads, sauces… LEARN MORE

Tagged   innovation, trends

SIAL:10 ideas to spark your next innovation

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Product Development, Trade Shows
SIAL Ovos Moles de Aveiro

Over 50 countries from six continents showcased their specialties at SIAL Canada, the international food innovation trade show in Toronto.… LEARN MORE

Tagged   innovation, product development, SIAL Canada

Unmasking Innovation at CHFA NOW

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows, Trends

CHFA NOW (Natural, Organic, Wellness) Toronto has evolved to become the leading natural foods trade show, showcasing emerging and national brands… LEARN MORE

Spotlight on Food Trends at CHFA

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows, Trends
Buckwheat beverage CHFA

Plant-based. Sustainability. Clean ingredients. These enduring food trends were highly visible at the CHFA Connect virtual trade show in September. Here’s… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CHFA, food trends, plant-based, sustainability

Nine innovative twists from CHFA Connect

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows

The CHFA Connect trade show served up a smorgasbord of intriguing food products. Experimentation with new applications for common ingredients… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CHFA Connect, food innovation, food trends, plant-based

What’s NEXT in Food at CHFA?

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows

The CHFA NEXT virtual trade show showcased an impressive array of innovative products. It’s exciting to see blossoming creativity from… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CHFA NEXT, food innovation, trade shows

RC Show Virtual Finds

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows

March 2020 marked the last in-person RC Show, Canada’s premier foodservice trade show, before COVID-19 became a behemoth. A reimagined… LEARN MORE

Tagged   foodservice, ingredients, mimi foods, ponderosa mushrooms, RC show

Food Innovation at GIC Caters to Changing Needs

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows, Trends
food innovation ruby chocolate

Check out three new themes related to food innovation at the Grocery Innovations trade show… LEARN MORE

Tagged   food innovation, immunity, meal solutions, ruby chocolate
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CHFA Innovation Highlights

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Product Development, Trade Shows
CHFA Millennia Tea

Diving deep into the CHFA Connect virtual trade show, these innovative foods grabbed my attention.  Unfortunately, there’s no opportunity for food… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CHFA Connect, innovation
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SIAL Virtual Selections

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Trade Shows, Trends
SIAL 2020 honey vinegar

I love the thrill of the hunt for new products and nibbling through food trade shows. This year SIAL Canada… LEARN MORE

Tagged   innovation, SIAL
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RC Show Faves

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Product Development, Trade Shows

Toronto’s annual RC Show, Canada’s largest foodservice and hospitality event, is a treasure trove of inspiration for CPG businesses.  Edible… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CPG, Miski organics, RC show, Restaurants Canada show, Superstraw, wholly veggie!
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7 Take-Aways from Grocery Innovations

  By Birgit Blain Branding & Marketing, Innovation, Packaging, Trade Shows

Savvy brand owners check out trade shows like Grocery Innovations Canada (GIC) to unwrap a host of business opportunities. Here… LEARN MORE

Tagged   covenience, GIC, Grocery Innovations, innovation, packaging, seasonal in/outs, waste reduction, Yuzu
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Plant-based Takes Root at CHFA East

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Packaging, Trade Shows, Trends

CHFA East in Toronto has evolved to become a leading food trade show and barometer for trends. As expected, “plant-based”… LEARN MORE

Tagged   CHFA, plant-based
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FOOD ENTREPRENEURS: Jumping in With Eyes Wide Closed!

  By Birgit Blain Innovation, Management, RECIPE TO RETAIL Series
food entrepreneurs

RECIPE TO RETAIL: Part 20… What to think about before jumping into the food business. Do you love the idea… LEARN MORE

Tagged   food entrepreneurs, start-ups, startups

Behind the Scenes: SIAL Innovation Contest

  By Birgit Blain Branding & Marketing, Innovation, Trade Shows

Curious about what goes on during the SIAL Innovation judging? As a member of the Canadian jury, I have some… LEARN MORE

Tagged   food competition, SIAL Innovation
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