Family Day 2023
Ironically, family day follows Valentines day, makes sense. Family Day is not a national statutory holiday, it is only observed in New...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 17, 20232 min read
Introducing Josh Leavitt, Executive Chef at Dinner Thyme PCS
I would like to introduce you to Dinner Thyme PCS"s newest addition to our private chef family. Proud owner and chef of Karawana fine...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 15, 20234 min read
Three simple rules for successful restaurant operations.
What does it take to manage a restaurant? Or to build a food business from scratch and turn it into a local hero - or something more?...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 13, 20233 min read
What's happening with the hospitality labour market in Canada?
The hotel and lodging sector is a strong and vibrant industry, currently experiencing record highs and is forecasting significant growth....
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 11, 20233 min read
Sustainable Farming
Farming has been a part of my family heritage for as long as I can remember, many generations for sure. Although I never farmed myself,...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 9, 20233 min read
Black History Month and Chefs of Colour
Black History Month is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S....
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 8, 20232 min read
Communication in Business 2023
I n my opinion nothing has really changed in business communication. Period. I could end the blog here, but I feel the need to explain....
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 6, 20231 min read
Valentines, Breakfast in Bed?
Nothing says “I love you" more than heartwarming fare… especially when it's breakfast in bed. Valentine's morning (or any morning the...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 4, 20234 min read
Chef Knife Durability as a Quality Factor
There is no kitchen knife more important than a chef's knife, unless, of course, you're an Italian nonna, in which case you can probably...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 3, 20232 min read
Snout to Hoof Butchery FYI
What does it mean to eat nose to tail? Eating nose to tail means that you are enjoying and using the entire animal, not just prized...
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Brent MacGillivray
Feb 1, 20237 min read
How to Create Sustainable Restaurant Menus
Creating a sustainable restaant menu is one of the best things you can do for the planet and for your bottom line. According to the 2020...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 30, 20235 min read
GREEN RESTAURANTS
Green acres is the place for me...I'm dating myself here...lol Restaurant Sustainability Restaurants and sustainability is a hot topic...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 28, 20233 min read
What is a Private/Personal Chef
I'm often asked what a Private Chef does, and what exactly to expect. In the case of Dinner Thyme the lines are a little blurred. We are...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 27, 20233 min read
Happy Valentines Day
Valentine's Day, also called Saint Valentine's Day or the Feast of Saint Valentine,is celebrated annually on February It originated as a...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 25, 20233 min read
Sustainable Proteins, and How to Cook Bugs.
While eating healthy and nutritious food is essential for every human, we should also take steps to minimise our negative impact on the...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 23, 20232 min read
So you Want to be a Chef Consultant?
I still remember my first paid consulting job many years ago. I kind of fell into it through a mutual friend after returning from a work...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 20, 20233 min read
Unique & Essential Kitchen Tools
When stocking the kitchen for the first time, we all know which basics to buy — but many don't explore past the strainer, pans, and...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 18, 20233 min read
Coffee and it's Iterations.
Coffee is a drink prepared from roasted coffee beans. Darkly colored, bitter, and slightly acidic, coffee has a stimulating effect on...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 16, 20232 min read
What Exactly does Ethically Sourced Mean?
When you hear the word ethical sourcing, what immediately comes into your head? Does it mean the ability to source the supplies or...
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Brent MacGillivray
Jan 13, 20232 min read
A Culinary expose of Travel & Leasure in Banos Ecuador.
Welcome to Banos Ecuador! Thats pretty much what you will hear upon your arrival, and yes there are many english speaking nationals here....
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