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Gamification, individualised eating among emerging global dining trends: report
Gamification, individualised eating among emerging global dining trends: report
Growing consumer expectations continue to put more pressure on the foodservice competition.
EXCLUSIVE: How the coffee trend has been evolving, according to Euromonitor
Coffee is being consumed in various occasions, a role that is previously served by carbonated drinks.
Leisure units in GB slips to 2.4% in the first half of 2018, study says
The said sector used to see consistent growth up to the second half of 2017.
Profits of top 100 UK restaurant groups drop by 80% this year, UHY Hacker Young Group says
They warned that struggling groups will see worse before it gets better.
Wages of hospitality workers exceed new NLW thresholds, study says
The QSR sector has the highest hourly wage that has seen a 4.7% growth from March to September this year.
More than half of new meat-free products carry vegan or no animal ingredients claim, study says
Market research company Mintel also claims 34% of Brits have reduced or limited meat eating in the first half of the year.
Oils, fats and fish driving inflation amid impending Brexit, report says
Fish imports have been affected by recent further declines in the value of the pound.
Veganism, snacking among top food-to-go trends in 2018, IGD says
Consumers are now looking for more meals that "fit around" their lifestyles.
Demand for organic sauces increased, survey says
Consumers also prefer sauces with environmental-friendly packaging.
London's Waitrose among "best" large format stores for food-to-go, according to IGD
The market research company also lauded five other large stores for delivering food-to-go and foodservice solutions.
Burgers still Londoners' favorite, Deliveroo says
The delivery company discovered this through their insight and analysis portal.
Consumer trust and 'joy' in Pret A Manger declines after food allergy tragedies, study says
New research from data analytics firm Newton Insight suggests that people are "less able and willing to celebrate the brand".
Premiumisation, healthier eating among growth opportunities amid rising costs, Brexit
CGA and UKHospitality also mentioned sustainability, technology and delivery as worthy trends to look out for.
Meat comes as Brits' top choice of pizza topping, Gousto says
Chips or wedges is also recognized as their top choice as a side when ordering pizza.
Inconsistent weather patterns continues to impact meat and wheat prices, Prestige says
Prices are also forecasted to have a 5% increase for the next 18 months.
Food-to-go sector predicted to rise to £22.8 billion by 2023, IGD says
The said sector is said to grow twice the rate of the overall grocery retail.
Jelly and ice cream, bubble and squeak, quiche top list of "endangered dishes" in UK restaurants
New research reveals UK diners may actually be "feeling nostalgic for simpler food eras".
