Vending machines have taken a new, upscale form in the Canadian market, and experts say the pandemic, along with more innovative technology, have spurred this shopping trend.
Most recently, “Cake ATMs” have been installed at 25 shopping centres. Most are in Ontario and Quebec, but four are in Calgary. The individually wrapped slices are shipped daily from the United States by Carlo’s Bake Shop — otherwise known as the Cake Boss.
And getting your hands on one seems like a piece of cake.
“It just seems quick,” said Calgary customer Andrew Venini. “You can see all the selection right there, and all you got to do is deal with the screen.”
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