Category: food & beverages

Crave It Restaurant Group was founded in 2013 by Alex Rechichi, Mark Rechichi and Sean Black. The Crave it Group has focused its efforts on strategic partnerships and brand incubation to become the operator and developer of some notable brands including Via Cibo Italian Street Food, Stoney’s Bread Company and The Burger’s Priest.

Before the development of Crave It, the partners Co-Founded Extreme Brandz in 2001 which became the parent company of Extreme Pita, Mucho Burrito and PurBlendz with over 350 franchised restaurants across North America and Internationally.

Under their direction Extreme Brandz was awarded the “2011 Company of the Year” award by Foodservice and Hospitality and the 2006 Pinnacle Award for Entrepreneurs of the Year. Extreme Pita has been recognized as one of the top 100 leading global franchises by Entrepreneur Magazine.

On May 28th 2013 the majority of the Extreme Brandz assets were purchased by MTY Food Group. The acquisition was the largest purchase in MTY history and considered to be one of the highest multiples paid for a Canadian Foodservice Company.

Crave it Restaurant Group is the next chapter from the partners as they seek out growth opportunities to lead the marketplace with concepts that align with their food philosophy. The Crave it Food Philosophy is centered on Slow Food Done Fast using Chef Inspired Recipes. Our kitchens go to great lengths to provide fresh and flavourful food experiences at sensible prices.

Algarithm Ingredients Inc. is a Canadian company based in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, that specializes in plant-based, microalgae-derived omega-3 ingredients. Founded in 2017 as a spin-out from POS Bio-Sciences, Algarithm focuses on providing sustainable and vegan-friendly nutritional solutions for functional foods, nutraceuticals, and beverages. The company emphasizes eco-friendly practices, ensuring its products are free from marine-sourced ingredients, solvents, heavy metals, and microplastics.

The core offerings of Algarithm include high-DHA algal omega-3s, innovative delivery systems for stable and tasteless formulations, and custom solutions developed in collaboration with partners. These products cater to the functional food, beverage, and nutraceutical industries, targeting brands that prioritize clean-label trends and sustainability. Algarithm aims to address global omega-3 deficiency by making supplementation accessible and environmentally responsible, leveraging microalgae biotechnology to redefine omega-3 delivery in consumer products.

Chef Jasper is a Montréal-based startup founded in 2016, specializing in robotic kitchen automation. The company provides comprehensive food service solutions tailored for senior living facilities, managing everything from ingredient procurement to meal plating. With a focus on high-quality meals that cater to diverse dietary needs and budgets, Chef Jasper has secured $1.9 million in funding and employs 19 people.

The company develops fully automated kitchen systems capable of preparing a wide range of dishes, including gourmet options and IDDSI-compliant texture-modified diets. Chef Jasper also offers customizable menus that accommodate various budgetary requirements, ensuring that senior living operators can provide meals that meet both culinary standards and dietary restrictions. Their technology addresses challenges such as supply chain management and labor shortages, all while maintaining compliance with healthcare standards.

Since 2015, NanaShake has been dedicated to the development of Delicious, Healthy and Nutritious Ice Cream Alternatives that are naturally sweetened with a whole food source (organic bananas) and made with wholesome plant-based ingredients that will satisfy your sweet tooth, fuel your body with essential nutrients and leave you feeling great about your choice afterwards.

NanaShake is planning to launch a full line-up of frozen desserts that allow you to indulge in ice cream while also supporting your health and well being, starting with NanaPops – the Smoothie-on-a-Stick ™️ that you can enjoy on the go anytime, any day and anywhere while maintaining an active and balanced lifestyle.

Did you know over 90% of roasted tree nuts are actually deep fried? Not ours. We do things differently. By dry roasting all our nuts and seeds, we’ve created healthier, crunchier, and tastier snacks that our customers can feel good about eating. Dry roasted snacks have a longer shelf life, better nutrient retention, no trans fats, and are easier to digest.

We’re also a company with a conscience. Laid Back Snacks is a certified B Corporation and Climate Neutral certified, which means all our operations are carbon neutral today. Social and environmental responsibility are at the heart of everything we do.

You can find our snacks in grocery stores, retailers, hotels, foodservice locations, and offices. We also provide an online ordering service which means delivery is just a few clicks away. Customers personalize their order by selecting from 30+ delicious options at www.laidbacksnacks.com.

Laid Back Snacks is a healthy snack food company based in Surrey, BC, Canada.

We are making matcha easy here at Matcha Ninja.

We are a Toronto based Matcha company and we’re here to help you explore life, through matcha. Whether it be that matcha latte in the morning before work, infused into the skincare used in your daily routine, or maybe you need a pick-me-up on your way to the gym, Matcha Ninja is making matcha easier. Easier to make, easier to access, and easier to enjoy! ⁠ ⁠

Alongside our signature matcha products, we also other super tea powders and products (we’re the first ones to offer powdered Pu’erh in Canada!) that we’d love for you to explore.

Our products are 100% organic, ultra-cean, and super smooth tasting. Come and explore matcha, easier.

Stone Temple Coffees is an award-winning coffee company located in Cherry Valley, Ontario. Founded by Ryan Saunders, the company specializes in ethically sourced, premium coffees from various global coffee-growing regions. It is dedicated to raising awareness about Coffee Leaf Rust (CLR) and promoting sustainable farming practices.

The company offers a range of products, including single-origin coffees that highlight unique flavor profiles and specialty blends like Temple Goddess, a dark espresso blend. Stone Temple Coffees emphasizes freshly roasted beans with a commitment to traceability and sustainability. They also feature a coffee tasting bar, providing customers with an opportunity to explore different flavors, and engage in educational outreach to promote sustainable coffee farming.

With a focus on supporting coffee farmers and eco-friendly initiatives, Stone Temple Coffees targets North American consumers who appreciate high-quality, ethically sourced coffee. The company employs seven staff members and generates approximately $200,000 in annual revenue.

Noraxx Inspections Inc. is a private company located in Mississauga, Ontario, Canada. The company specializes in food safety and quality management solutions for various sectors within the food industry. They offer a range of services, including training programs to enhance food safety knowledge, thorough audits for compliance with safety standards, expert consulting for effective program development, and microbiological and chemical sampling to assess product safety.

Noraxx Inspections serves a diverse clientele, including restaurants, grocers, institutional food services, manufacturers, distributors, and food processors. Their expertise in microbiology, chemistry, and food science helps clients maintain compliance with regulatory standards and protect their brand reputation. The company emphasizes customized solutions tailored to meet the specific needs of its clients, ensuring high standards of food safety and quality.

Kosher Check is a globally accpeted Kosher Certification. Your answer to Kosher Certification in the Asia-Pacific Gateway.

Head Office Based in Vancouver, Canada

Regional Offices/ Representatives (Asia) in India, Sri Lanka, China, Philippines, Vietnam, Japan.

Regional Offices/ Representatives (North America) in Los Angeles, San Francisco, Calgary, Edmonton, Winnipeg.

What we Certify

Food and Drinks, Alcohol, Botanical Extracts, Essential Oils, Spices, Flavours and Food Colourings, Chemicals, Oils and Shortenings, Sugars, Starches, Natural Sweeners, Vitamins and Minerals

Who we Certify

Companies in North America inlcude:

Safeway, Sensient Flavors, Kerry Ingredients, Bakemark, Gardein Protein, Golden Boy Foods, Lantic Inc, Legumex Walker.

Companies in Asia inclue:

Dan On Foods, Harris Freeman, Imei Foods, Guillin Layn, Skyherb, Nutriglory, Kemin BioScience, JV Gokal, Swati Menthol, Sonarome Flavours, Quality Mint and Allied Industries.

You can now find all of our advice and insight into sustainable, circular solutions for the food industry and get in touch with our Anthesis experts by visiting our Anthesis Group company page and anthesisgroup.com.