Edge Food Equipment was built on a simple belief: great kitchens create great memories.
Our journey began in the 1940s, when Mike Cesario immigrated from Italy to Argentina, helping operate a family-owned grocery business rooted in hard work, service, and community. In the 1970s, Mike later immigrated to Canada, carrying those same values forward.
That foundation was strengthened when Mike's son, Paul Cesario, entered the hospitality industry. Paul went on to build and operate one of Canada's largest restaurant equipment suppliers to national chains, leading the business for over 37 years. Specializing in stainless steel manufacturing and chain development, Paul helped shape kitchens across the country — setting a standard for quality, reliability, and execution.
In 2013, Paul's son JP Cesario founded Edge Food Equipment, carrying forward three generations of experience with a modern vision: to create the most complete hospitality food equipment partner in the industry.
Raised around job sites, shop floors, and restaurant openings, JP learned firsthand that success in this industry isn't just about equipment — it's about people, precision, and follow-through.
At Edge, we don't just sell equipment — we build kitchens and long-term relationships.
Our team supports operators from concept to completion:
By keeping everything under one roof, we reduce complexity, improve speed, and deliver a smoother, more reliable experience for our clients.
We proudly serve independent restaurants, national and international chains, healthcare and long-term care facilities, and hospitality groups. Whether it's a first location or a multi-unit rollout, we understand what it takes to execute — on time, on budget, and with accountability.
"The world is evolving rapidly, and technology will continue to change how we work. But people will always buy from people. At Edge, we lead with purpose, passion, and principles — because relationships, integrity, and showing up still matter."
— JP Cesario, Founder
These principles guide how we operate, partner, and grow.
To serve the hospitality industry by offering the most complete solutions — from front of house to back of house — simplifying complex projects for operators at every stage.
A genuine love for food, drink, and the process of creating memorable spaces. Every project matters, whether it's a single kitchen or a national rollout.
To treat every customer with respect, transparency, and care — ensuring they are never just a number, but a valued part of the Edge family.
Edge is a family business at heart. Many of our client relationships span years, multiple locations, and generations. We believe trust is earned through consistency, honesty, and standing behind our work long after a project is complete.
When you work with Edge, you gain more than a supplier — you gain a partner invested in your success.
We believe kitchens are more than stainless steel and equipment.
They are places where:
Our mission is to build kitchens that help create those moments — reliably, efficiently, and with pride.
Edge Food Equipment
Hospitality. Delivered Daily.
Shop a wide range of commercial-grade tools and appliances — ready to handle the heat of any kitchen.
From layout design to custom fabrication, our team helps bring your kitchen vision to life.
