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Tiffin Lunch Boxes Gain Popularity Among Canadian Immigrants

Affordable and nostalgic meals offer a taste of home for South Asian communities across Canada.

  • The tiffin service, offering home-cooked meals in traditional steel containers, is becoming increasingly popular in Canada, particularly among South Asian immigrants.
  • Entrepreneurs like Yugali Bharote find new work-life balance by providing homemade meals, after transitioning from previous careers.
  • Demand for subscription-based homestyle meals is growing, especially in rural areas and smaller towns, driven by affordability and cultural nostalgia.
  • The industry faces challenges such as increased competition, with many vendors operating informally to keep costs low.
  • Calls for special safety regulations could help these home-based businesses operate more efficiently while ensuring food safety compliance.
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