09 May 2023

Anna-Maria Rumeo: The Sweet Life

The founder of cookie brand Annaretti Biscotti opens up on the company’s beginnings, gratitude and baking in her nonna’s memory If anyone understands the relationship between food and family, it’s Anna-Maria Rumeo. With a mother who’s an avid cook and...
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13 Aug 2019

From Market Gardeners To Mass Merchandisers – The Longo’s Story

Founded in 1956 by brothers Tommy, Joe and Gus, Longo Brothers Fruit Markets (Longo’s) is a family business committed to giving back to its communities in a significant, focused way. As we go about our busy days, fighting non-stop traffic...
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03 Aug 2017

Yorkshire Valley Farms: Organically Grown Food At Its Best

Setting industry standards regarding organic farming for the poultry business may have been game-changing, but for Yorkshire Valley Farms, it was simply the right thing to do. True industry leaders take the initiative and set standards for others to follow....
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01 Dec 2015

PENTOLA D’ORO 2015 Winners — TORONTO

On Nov. 2, The Carlu on Yonge Street celebrated the tastes of Italy’s rich culture and foods at the 2015 Pentola d’Oro Awards Gala Dinner. The event is held annually by the Italian Chamber of Commerce of Ontario to promote...
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Mike and Mike’s Organics – The Fruits of Labour
14 Apr 2015

Mike and Mike’s Organics – The Fruits of Labour

How two Vaughan businessmen consolidated the organic food distributor business in Ontario and grew their company into one of the country’s Best Managed The erratic beeping of passing forklifts doesn’t faze Mike Fronte as he makes his way through the...
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