May 23, 2023 (Toronto, ON) — St. Louis Bar & Grill, the Canadian chain known for its Devilishly Good! food and welcoming atmosphere is gearing up for Wingsanity. Guests can indulge in the popular annual all-you-can-eat chicken wing event for just $23.99 at its 75 locations across Canada, starting May 30 to July 2.

Especially for Wingsanity this year, St. Louis is introducing the Mother Cluckin’ Poncho; inspired by the millions of guests who leave their establishments drenched in sauce. Vigorously tested by St. Louis’ in-house team of professional chicken wing eaters, the poncho was recently certified by the company as 100% wing sauce-resistant and patio-approved. 

“After years of seeing so many of our guests leaving Wingsanity dripping in sauce, we had a responsibility to fulfil. We stand behind our Clean as Cluck Poncho in its ability to provide the protection required to fully participate in Wingsanity,” said Royal Nasager, VP Marketing, St. Louis Bar & Grill. “It also doubles as a Devilishly Good rain slicker.” 

A limited number of Clean as Cluck Ponchos will be given away to lucky guests each day at all St. Louis restaurants nationally, while supplies last. 

World Famous Wings 

Over the last 30 years, the proudly Canadian chain has garnered an enviable reputation for its mouth-watering wings and sells over 2.2 million pounds of them each year. St. Louis’ wings are available in 26 delicious flavours that include its top-selling Medium Dry Rub, as well as a variety of tasty options such as Hotter than Hell, Caribbean Jerk, Chili Lime, Chipotle Mango Dry Rub, Garlic Parm, Buffalo Ranch, General Tao’s, Smoked BBQ Heat, and more. St. Louis’ wings are best enjoyed with friends, and paired with signature fries, and its addictive Garlic Dill sauce.

Loliware, the world’s first seaweed-resin company, announced today the launch of an important new partnership with José Andrés Group (JAG), whose restaurants across the globe span cuisines and cultures, price points, and service styles. Loliware straws will make their Chicago debut this week at Bar Mar, Bazaar Meat by José Andrés and Jaleo, before expanding to properties in DC and later at José Andrés Group restaurants across the country.

"The food system is not just about what is on the plate but the plate itself, the fork in your hand, and the straw in your drink," said Sam Bakhshandehpour, President of José Andrés Group. "We're excited to partner with Loliware to bring an innovative product to our restaurants as well as continue to create and push the boundaries of service ware."

In addition to featuring the ocean-friendly products, JAG's Research & Development team will collaborate with Loliware to create one-of-a-kind serveware. This partnership aims to showcase the synergy between Andrés’ award-winning creativity and a shared commitment to purpose-driven dining. “We are thrilled to partner with José Andrés Group to provide Loliware products across the country,” said Loliware CEO Sea F. Briganti. “Partnering with such an iconic group, led by a world leader in culinary innovation and humanitarian relief is a tremendous honor, and speaks to the game-changing potential of our SEATech resins.”

According to estimates by National Geographic Magazine and other sources, over 100 million plastic utensils are used in the U.S. each day and are among the most common items found polluting beaches and ocean life worldwide. Loliware’s innovative seaweed-resin straws and utensils look and act like plastic but can compost completely within 50 days. The company’s mission expands beyond eliminating plastic waste to include responsible ocean aquaculture and fair trade practices. Produced in Missouri, Loliware forks, knives and spoons are the world’s first seaweed-based utensils and will give new alternatives with which to limit single-use plastics ending up in landfills and oceans.

May 18, 2023 – Toronto, ON – Lactalis Canada, the Canadian dairy leader behind iconic brands like Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond, Balderson, Astro and Lactantia and a subsidiary of France-based Lactalis Group, is pleased to announce the appointment of Andrew Davis to the position of Vice President, Marketing of its Foodservice and Ingredients & Export Division effective May 18, 2023. Andrew will be responsible for leading the Marketing strategy and team to drive awareness, penetration and brand equity for the Foodservice and Ingredients & Export business division.

“Lactalis Canada’s Foodservice and Ingredients and Export division plays an important role in delivering a wide range of dairy solutions for the foodservice and B2B industry,” said Iven Zanardo, General Manager, Foodservice and Ingredients & Export, Lactalis Canada. “I am confident with Andrew’s experience and leadership, we will continue to expand and strengthen our footprint within this important sector.”

“I am thrilled to join Lactalis Canada’s award-winning foodservice team and be a part of this exciting side of the business which is, now more than ever, continually transforming, innovating and growing to meet consumer and customer needs,” said Andrew Davis, Vice President, Marketing, Foodservice and Ingredients & Export Division, Lactalis Canada.

Andrew joins Lactalis Canada with over 20 years of CPG experience from Campbell’s and General Mills Canada General. He began his career in R&D and moved into the Marketing function where he held progressively senior leadership roles including Vice President, Marketing for the Yogurt Business Unit and most recently Vice President of Marketing for the total General Mills Canada business. In addition to his general management and marketing experience, Andrew holds a Bachelor of Science, Food Science & Technology from the University of Guelph and has an MBA in Marketing from the Schulich School of Business (York University)

Andrew replaces Steve Hutchinson, Lactalis Canada’s current Vice President of Marketing for Foodservice and Ingredients & Export Division who will retire on July 31, 2023.

EDMONTON, Alberta, May 15, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- You butter believe it. Pizza fans can now celebrate with an even better Butter Chicken Pizza. Papa Johns announced it is putting a new spin on the fan favourite, which has been made exclusively for its Canadian operations.

“At Papa Johns, we are always looking for new ways to bring customers something different,” said Kimberly Bean, VP of Menu Strategy & Calendar Planning. “With the Butter Chicken Pizza, we have taken one of Canada’s most-loved foods and given customers the chance to experience the taste in a crave-worthy and exciting new way.”

Created with the BETTER INGREDIENTS. BETTER PIZZA. ^® promise, the new Butter Chicken Pizza is made with Papa Johns fresh, never-frozen original dough and topped with a velvety, creamy, and sweet sauce and loaded with seasoned chicken, crunchy green peppers and onions.

Papa Johns continues to make its mark on revolutionizing the pizza space. The Butter Chicken Pizza is the latest menu innovation from Papa Johns, following others like the Crispy Parm Pizza, Epic Stuffed Crust, NY-Style Pizza, Papa Bowls and Papa Bites.

Starting May 22, Canadians can enjoy the Butter Chicken Pizza country-wide for $19.99. Papa Rewards loyalty members will receive early access, starting today, May 15.

More information about Papa Johns and its Butter Chicken Pizza can be found at papajohns.ca.