Eggs earned their place as one of the most nutritious foods you can eat. Packed with high-quality protein, essential nutrients, and incredible versatility, it’s no wonder they’re at the epicentre of most of our menu items at OEB. But not all eggs are created equal. From how hens are raised, yolk colouring, and size, there’s a lot to know about what’s inside the shell.
Our mandate remains the same: source high-quality, Canadian ingredients whenever possible. That is why we’ve selected Countryside Farms as our exclusive egg supplier.
Our Commitment to Egg Quality
Let’s talk hens. No matter which OEB restaurant you visit, you can rest assured that your eggs are from producers who raise their hens in free-roaming systems and feed them vegetarian diets. Our producers do not treat their hens with antibiotics or use added steroids or hormones. They also meet the highest animal welfare standards in Canada and participate in nationally recognized programs, such as the Animal Care Program, ensuring producers raise their hens with care.
As a result? Nutrient-dense, organic, steroid-free, antibiotic-free, golden yolk eggs. And the standards don’t stop at the hens; our producers also participate in the Start-Clean Stay-Clean™ on-farm food safety program, which follows guidelines that Canada’s leading experts developed, and inspectors regularly verify it through audits and inspections, as well as adhere to standards outlined in the Egg Quality Assurance Program.
At the end of the day, what is OEB without top-quality eggs?
More Eggcellent Facts
A Small Food Packed with Big Nutrition
One large egg contains about 6 grams of complete protein and delivers 14 essential nutrients, including vitamins A, D, and E. Perhaps most impressively, eggs contain all nine essential amino acids, making them one of the few foods considered a complete protein source.
Does egg size matter?
Have you ever wondered why some eggs are larger than others? The answer is surprisingly simple: it depends on the age of the hen. As hens mature, they naturally lay larger eggs.
Producers grade eggs by weight—not by their dimensions—and sort them into categories such as peewee, small, medium, large, extra large, and jumbo before reaching grocery shelves and restaurants.
Brown Eggs vs. White Eggs: Is There a Difference?
One of the most common misconceptions is that brown eggs are healthier than white eggs. In reality, shell colour comes down to the breed of the hen. White-feathered hens generally lay white eggs, while brown-feathered hens typically lay brown eggs. Nutritionally, there is no meaningful difference between the two unless producers feed the hens specialized diets that produce enriched eggs.
Exceptional Breakfast Begins with Exceptional Ingredients
Our partnership with Countryside Farms goes beyond simply sourcing eggs. It’s a shared commitment to quality, responsible farming, and doing things the right way. So order that El Camino Poutine, Farmer John’s Scramblette, or Shakshouka, and enjoy the difference that quality makes.
Because when eggs are at the heart of what we do, only the very best will do!
