Foodbuy Feature: Fish and Seafood Month

NOVEMBER 2017

A Month of Fish and Seafood

Here are many great High Liner seafood and fish items, popular with other Foodbuy Members. We invite you to take advantage of enhancing your menus and enjoy more savings with these products too. By clicking on each item description, you will be linked to the product information sheet for each item.

HIGH LINER CULINARY High Liner Culinary has been partnering with Foodbuy to provide fresh and frozen seafood products since 2004.

High Liner Culinary offers Foodbuy and Foodbuy’s customers more than 400 SKUs of innovative seafood products to choose from.

Our Mission With our customers at the center of everything we do, we are on a mission to drive seafood consumption by providing innovative solutions to a world looking for healthy, easy-to-prepare, delicious seafood options.

Currently, Foodbuy Canada purchases more than 280 different products from High Liner’s established portfolio.

Our Vision Our vision is to provide customers with great tasting seafood for a better life.

Our Goal We aim to help everyone, everywhere eat more seafood everyday. We help consumers understand why SEAFOOD IS BETTER ™.

that take back the plate. We’re going to make seafood something to really celebrate.

Not to mention, switching to High Liner can

There has never been a better time to put seafood on the menu.

There’s no better time to put seafood on your menus. It’s healthy, it’s delicious and it’s the only protein out there that offers a world of possibilities to make meals so memorable that they keep customers coming back, again and again.

At High Liner Culinary, we’re on a mission to make consumers demand quality seafood.

We’re going to bring innovations to market

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Brand

Item Description

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High Liner Foodservice

Alaskan Pollock Filet 2-4oz IQF 1/4.54kg (10055633071009)

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FPI

Alaskan Pollock Filet 4-6oz IQF 1/4.54kg (10055633071108)

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FPI

Tilapia Filet, Deep-skinned 3-5oz IQF 1/4.54kg

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Fishery

Atlantic Cod Prime Cut Loins 6-8 oz 5/4.54kg

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High Liner Foodservice

Pacific Cod Loins IQF 3 oz 10lb

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Mirabel Signature

Atlantic Salmon Portions Boneless Skinless Vacpack 6oz 10lb

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Mirabel Signature

Atlantic Salmon Portions Boneless Skinless Vacpack 8oz 10lb

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High Liner Signature

Heavily Breaded Shrimp, Tail-On Pouch Pack 41-55 ct 12 x 7.5oz

10061763010047

High Liner

Haddock Fillets 4oz 10lb IQF

10061763010061

High Liner Foodservice

Haddock Fillets 6oz 10lb IQF

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High Liner

Haddock Pieces IQF 1/1.5 oz 1/4.54 kg

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High Liner

Haddock Portion Restaurant Cut 3oz 1/10 Lb 1/4.54 kg

10061763028707

High Liner Foodservice

Fish Cakes Breaded 10lb /4.54 kg

10061763032995

High Liner

Captain Burger Breaded Pollock Fillets 2.25oz 10lb

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Mirabel Signature

Atlantic Salmon Fillets, Skin-on, Boneless, D Trim, IVP 3-4 lb 22lb/10kg

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Mirabel Signature

Atlantic Salmon Fillets, 10kg 2-3ETRM

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High Liner Signature

North Atlantic Sea Scallops, IQF 10lb 20/30

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High Liner Signature

North Atlantic Sea Scallops, FAS 10/20 2x5LB

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High Liner FS SIGNATURE

Lemon Pepper Breaded Natural Cut Cod Fillets 2-4oz 10lb

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High Liner FS SIGNATURE

Battercrisp Natural Cut Cod Fillets 2-4oz 10lb

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Mirabel

Pacific White Shrimp, Raw, Peeled & Devined Tail On 16/20

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Mirabel Signature

Smoked Atlantic Salmon 55 - 60 slices 5 x 1kg

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High Liner

Haddock Loin 4oz 10lb

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High Liner Foodservice

Fish Sticks (made from minced fish fillets) 25g 10lb

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Mirabel

Black Tiger Shrimp, Raw, Peeled, Deveined, Tail-off 21-25 5 x 2lb

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High Liner FS SIGNATURE

Breaded Krunchie Ocean Perch Fillets 2-4oz 10lb

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High Liner

Breaded Pollock Portions 4oz 10lb

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High Liner Signature

Pacific Halibut Fletches IQF 1-3lb 25lb

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High Liner Signature

Pacific Halibut Portions IQF 2-3oz 10lb

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High Liner Foodservice

Haddock Fillets 5oz 10lb

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High Liner

Pacific Salmon Loins SVP 3oz 10lb

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High Liner

Pacific Salmon Loins SVP 4oz 10lb

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High Liner

Blue Cod Fillets IQF 3oz 10lb

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High Liner

Blue Cod Fillets IQF 4oz 10lb

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Icelandic

Big Bob’s Beer Battered Natural Cut Haddock Fillets 8.5oz 10lb

save your company money. We offer Foodbuy the most economical prices in the market as a result of being one of our committed customers. These prices get passed on to you when you order High Liner products from Foodbuy. 

HIGH LINER CULINARY

COMMITTED TO SUSTAINABILITY AND SOCIAL RESPONSIBILITY High Liner Culinary leads the industry in sustainability setting the standard for responsibly sourced seafood, social responsibility, traceability, transparency and minimizing our environmental impact.

Our Engagement In Fishery Improvement Projects: High Liner engages with FIPs relevant to our supply chain on a regular basis.

and more to let consumers know where our seafood is being sourced and how it is being handled throughout the sourcing process.

In Becoming an Industry Leader and Expert in Aquaculture: We are continuously engaging in Aquaculture improvement projects in Canada.

In Telling Stories of Sustainability: High Liner actively uses website content and social media platforms to create sustainable seafood narratives and share stories with consumers. 

We are actively developing education and marketing materials and providing on the ground photos, stories, progress reports

WE GUARANTEE QUALITY Our ten-step process is a simple way to guarantee that SEAFOOD IS BETTER ™.

1. Careful Supplier Screening It all starts here. Only partners that meet our very strict requirements are chosen to supply us with seafood.

2. Ongoing Product Specification Development We set the bar high. Our seafood cuts and product attributes are always what you expect them to be.

3. Constant On-Site Supervision High Liner agents and inspectors monitor, verify and support our approved supplier base to ensure that our high-quality standards are upheld around the world.

4. Product Analysis We sample and test products at all points in the production process to ensure our specifications are adhered to.

5. Continuous Monitoring We have full transparency into the operations of the plants that handle our seafood. This provides assurance that standards are met, and remain true to our specifications.

6. Controls of Farmed Seafood Our farmed seafood is raised in environments that meet the requirements of our Responsibly Sourced Sustainability Criteria.

7. Traceability The High Liner Procurement System ensures we have the ability to trace all of our products to the source and throughout the logistics chain.

8. Tamper-Proof Shipping Containers Each container is security sealed to ensure the integrity of the product within.

9. Monitored Shipping All incoming full-load-shipments are sealed and temperature monitored to ensure wholesomeness of our products.

10. The Final Inspection Our seafood quality inspection would not be complete without the final check. High Liner maintains the highest level of final inspection in the industry to ensure our products meet your exacting standards. 

We Never Compromise on Food Safety  High Liner follows strict adherence to HACCP principles.  We have implemented corporate quality system standards throughout our entire supply chain.

High Liner is ranked No. 1 in North America for sustainability, reporting and traceability in seafood.

 High Liner is Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) compliant.  Our employees regularly participate in Advanced Food Safety Certification Training - Sales & Marketing

HIGH LINER CULINARY

WHAT DOES THE SEAFOOD MARKET LOOK LIKE?

SEAFOOD DRIVES CUSTOMER SATISFACTION

Seafood has become a major profit driver for businesses in the foodservice industry. Market studies show that items per meal increases among seafood consumers leading to higher than average cheques in restaurants and cafes.

Seafood also has been shown to drive customer satisfaction. Among all proteins, consumers are most satisfied with the quality, taste and variety of the seafood options they experience at restaurants.

Market insights indicate that menuing seafood is good for business, so how do you know which seafood product is right for you?

We can help you figure it out.

Wild Caught v. Aquaculture Wild Caught Seafood Wild caught seafood is a popular selection for many people and encompasses a wide range of fish both salt water and fresh water.

When fish is wild caught it is caught in the world’s oceans and streams and is usually caught in the Northern and Southern parts of the world.

Highliner’s procurement team purchases more than 250 million pounds of wild caught product annually. Our wild caught inventory consists of 30 different species of fish from 20 different countries. Some of the most popular types of wild caught fish we source include cod, haddock, pacific salmon, pollock, blue cod and cape hake.

All wild fisheries we work with are managed by local governments to control the level of harvesting along with the method of capture.

Aquaculture Seafood Aquaculture seafood is farmed in contained areas in fresh or salt water. Aquaculture is responsible for providing about 50% of the total fish and shellfish in the world. Most Aquaculture farms are found near the equator and products are generally available year around. Farmed species include shrimp, tilapia, Atlantic salmon and basa.

While all seafood remains popular, salmon continues to be the top fish species found on Canadian menus, followed by cod and tuna.

Salmon is an excellent source of protein, low in saturated fat with no trans fat and is a great source of Omega 3s. It is equally popular with adults ages 18 - 34 as well as 35 and up and is a huge export of Canada’s.

While some consumers voice concerns over farm-raised seafood, Aquaculture does have the ability to offer full traceability from broodstock to hatchery to grow-out farm to processing plant to final consumer, if managed properly.

Top selling fish dishes on menus include salmon, Fish & Chips, tuna, salmon/sake and specialty sushi rolls. Some of the fastest growing fish dishes in Canada include tacos and taquitos which have experienced more than 230% growth in appetizer menu

mentions over the past five years and fish burgers which have been on the rise as a healthier alternative to beef patties.

In the healthcare sector, it is more of a challange to menu successful food products while meeting diet limitations and ensuring food safety. This year, the top five cuisines in healthcare were Traditional Canadian, Traditional American, Chinese, Indian, and Latin American. Seafood fits well into the top two categories. 

Frozen or Fresh: Which is the better option?  Frozen seafood is just as good an alternative as fresh, if not better.  Fresh seafood has a shorter shelf life (approximately 3 days) and a higher risk of cross contamination.  Frozen fish has a much longer shelf life, often 365+ days.  Frozen fish is more cost efficient and also allows for species of fish with a short season to be available throughout the year.

HIGH LINER CULINARY

These are some of the most popular Toppits seafood and fish items with Foodbuy Members. Consider adding these to your menu too!

By clicking on each item description, you will be linked to the product information sheet.

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Item Description

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Gustavson

Smoked Atlantic Salmon VP 12 x 1kg

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Gustavson

Smoked Steelhead Salmon VP 4kg 4 x 1kg

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Toppits

Smoked Steelhead Salmon VP 12x1kg (Pre-Sliced)

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Toppits

Blue Cod Fillets, Skinless, Boneless IQF 3oz

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Toppits

Sea Scallops - Dry, IQF 10/15 10lb 2 x 5lb

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Toppits

Blue Cod Filet 4-6oz 10lb

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Toppits

Tropicolada Coconut Breaded Butterfly Shrimp 14/15 10lb

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Toppits

Dusted Halibut Portions IQF 3.6oz 10lb

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Toppits

Oven Crisp Cod Nuggets 1oz 10lb

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Toppits

Halibut Fletches, Skinless, Boneless IQF 1-3lb

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Toppits

Haddock Fillets 6-8oz SP 42lb case 3 x 14lb

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Toppits

Beer Battered Cod Portions IQF 4oz +/-.5oz 10lb

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Toppits

Crispy Golden Pollock Bites IQF 20-50g/pc 10lb

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Toppits

Pollock Fillets IQF, Skinless, Boneless all sizes 2-4oz 10lb

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Toppits

Pollock Fillets IQF, Skinless, Boneless all sizes 2-4oz 10lb

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Toppits

Atlantic Salmon Portion Bias Cut, Skinless, Boneless IVP 7oz

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Toppits

Atlantic Salmon Fillet, Skin On, Boneless 3-4Lbs

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Portico

Sweet Coconut Breaded Butterfly Shrimp 21/25

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Toppits

Haddock Fillets Skinless, Boneless IQF 4oz

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Toppits

Haddock Fillets Skinless, Boneless IQF 6oz

TOPPITS FOODS LTD. Toppits Foods Ltd. has served Canada as an importer and supplier of frozen foods for more than 20 years, since 1976.

Synonymous with quality, food safety and innovation, Toppits Foods is one of Foodbuy’s preferred suppliers in the fish and seafood categories and a great option for Foodbuy’s customers.

Toppits Foods Ltd. is focused on serving quality products at good prices, and our Quality Assurance and Product Development Teams are dedicated to making sure that all products meet Toppits’ internal specifications as well as the Canadian Food Inspection Agency standards and regulations.

Always working with a hands-on approach to quality, Toppits has implemented a comprehensive supplier approval program

which sets many parameters around certain quality assurance practices. Products are continually monitored throughout the supply chain and quality assurance experts make regular site visits to ensure we exceed our customers’ expectations at every moment.

In addition to our strict quality assurance standards, we also have an intense focus on sustainability.

Our passion is ignited by our valuable relationships, knowledge and understanding of the market and fueling our creativity and innovation by offering customers superior products.

The Product Development Team at Toppits is dedicated to providing innovative products that will excite the palate! Our teams are focused on continuous learning and improvement, to give customers the high quality products that they’ve come to expect and enjoy.

We believe that sustainability should be a core element of any responsible business, and are committed to engaging in thoughtful business practices. We are dedicated to helping ensure that our oceans, natural resources, and environment will be around for generations to come.

TOPPITS FOODS LTD.

WHERE CAN YOU FIND OUR PRODUCTS? Click on each distributor’s logo to see item listings across the country.

Sysco

Centennial Foodservice

Flanagan Foodservice

GFS

Morton’s Wholesale Ltd.

Stewart Foodservice Inc.

A global leader in selling, marketing and distributing food products to restaurants, healthcare and educational facilities, lodging establishments and more, Sysco has partnered with Foodbuy for the past five years as a National distributor to ensure customers receive the quality products they need exactly when they need them.

Centennial Foodservice is Western Canada’s leading seafood, poultry and premium meats foodservice and distribution company. A Western Canada distributor, Centennial Specializes in Centre of the Plate proteins as well as custom processing, we are your made to order provider of more than 17,500 high quality products.

Flanagan’s is the largest Canadian owned, independent foodservice distributor in the country, and Foodbuy’s Ontario distributor.

From our early days we’ve grown to provide full service to more than 6,000 restaurants and foodservice operations across Ontario.

We offer uniquely personalized service, along with the attention to detail, reliability and quality products.

For over 115 years, Gordon Food Service has established business alliances with the best purveyors in the business. As one of Foodbuy’s National distributors GFS works through companies that share our commitment to excellence and service - like Foodbuy - we provide you with even more of the high-quality products you expect.

Morton’s Wholesale has been serving Canada’s foodservice industry since 1919. Stocking and delivering more than 6,000 products for customers, Morton’s delivers what they promise when they promise it.

At Stewart Foodservice, we understand that our success depends on the success of our customers. This is why we are committed to providing quality brand name products that meet the latest food industry trends and offer variety and flexibility to accommodate our customers’ unique menus. Stewart is one of Foodbuy’s Ontario distributors.

Summit Food Service Summit Food Service has long stood for quality in food distribution.

Quality in terms of products, business relationships, and customer service. As one of Foodbuy’s Ontario distributors, the company’s catalogue contains over 14,000 products, which are distributed throughout Ontario and Western Quebec.

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