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Blaze to open in Canada

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza will soon open its first international location in September in Toronto, Canada.

August 3, 2015

Blaze Fast-Fire’d Pizza will soon open its first international location in September in Toronto, Canada. The restaurant, which will feature a 2,500-square-foot interior with seating for 50, will open in the heart of Toronto’s Dundas Square near Tim Hortons, according to a company press release.

"We’re thrilled to be bringing Blaze Pizza to Canada, and couldn’t ask for a better place to begin than the food-forward city of Toronto," said Jim Mizes, president and COO of Blaze Pizza. "At Blaze, we’re all about carefully sourcing ingredients, cooking by fire, and letting guests enjoy high-quality artisanal pizza at crazy fast speed. We think that the authenticity of our food, plus our service culture that genuinely focuses on the happiness of our guests and crew, will be key to our success in Canada."

To create the perfect vibe inside the restaurant, award-winning design architect Ana Henton is adding several localized elements, including an oversized wall graphic featuring the Toronto skyline, which will be custom-built to suit the space, according to the release. Additionally, in support of the company’s commitment to "Intelligent Choices for Our Pizzas, People & Planet," the restaurant will use recycled and sustainable materials and energy-efficient LED lighting and feature eco-friendly and compostable packaging.