Media Kit - Air Date: The Garlic Chop on Dragons’ Den
Welcome to the official Garlic Chop Media Kit. Here you’ll find background information, product details, images, and key facts about Evan Ruzycky and his upcoming appearance on CBC’s Dragons’ Den at 8:00pm, September 25th, 2025.
This page is designed for journalists, bloggers, and media outlets looking to cover the air date for The Garlic Chop. For interview requests or additional information, please use the contact details provided below.
Website: garlicchop.com
Media Contact: Evan Ruzycky evan@garlicchop.com
Location: Toronto, Ontario
About Evan Ruzycky
Evan Ruzycky is a Toronto inventor and entrepreneur, and the creator of The Garlic Chop—a practical, garlic-shaped kitchen gadget that makes prep fast and tidy.
He started vending at Toronto events, farmers’ markets and festivals across Ontario and California, where the product quickly became a sell-out favourite.
Evan appears in an upcoming episode of CBC’s Dragons’ Den, airing September 25th at 8 p.m. (8:30 NT) on CBC and CBC Gem.
About The Garlic Chop
- What it does: Two products peel and chop garlic cloves in seconds, no stinky fingers.
- How it works: A palm-sized, dishwasher-safe gadget that cracks cloves and chops with a simple twist and patented rising plate to help remove chopped veggies.
- Why it matters: Solves a common kitchen pain point with a quick, clean, and fun process.
- Proven locally: First sold at Toronto markets; frequent sell-outs built an early fan base.
- Where to buy: garlicchop.com
Fast Facts
- Invented and developed in Toronto, Ontario.
- Inspired by real-world cooking frustrations with garlic prep.
- Gained traction through community markets and word-of-mouth.
Quote
“I started years ago with a folding table and a few demo's. Now, my sales are growing each year. Sharing its story on Dragons’ Den is surreal.”
— Evan Ruzycky, Inventor of The Garlic Chop
Episode Information
- Show: Dragons’ Den (CBC)
- Air date: Thursday September 25
- Time: 8 p.m. (8:30 NT)
- Watch: CBC & CBC Gem
- Official site: cbc.ca/dragonsden
Note: In accordance with CBC guidelines, the outcome of Evan’s pitch will not be disclosed prior to the broadcast.
Media Inquiries & Samples
For interviews, media samples, or additional information, please contact Evan Ruzycky at evan@garlicchop.com.
Visual Assets
Contact Evan for more images approved for use by CBC.
