Ready To Eat Meals news and trends

37% of Consumers Say Cost a Factor in Buying Ready-to-Eat Meals Over Takeout
Restaurant innovation // September 07, 2023

With the advent of remote work, limited time and the increasing demand for convenience, ready-to-eat meals have experienced a surge in popularity among consumers.  Cost, too, was a key driving force behind the rise in ready-to-eat meal demand. While restaurant takeout meals provide convenience and...

Kroger Becomes Top US Sushi Seller as Grocers Broaden Scope
Retail // August 22, 2023

Kroger is reportedly now the number one sushi seller in the United States — a circumstance that comes alongside grocers’ ongoing effort to become consumers’ one-stop shop for food of all kinds. According to a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report Monday (Aug. 21), Kroger has risen to the...

Albertsons, Other Grocers Expand Digital Offerings to Boost Omnichannel Adoption
Retail // August 17, 2023

This week in grocery, Albertsons adds nutrition tools to drive digital adoption, The Fresh Market adds prepared meals to its eCommerce site, and eGrocer Hungryroot’s artificial intelligence (AI) drives rapid growth. Albertsons Adds Nutritional Tracking Grocery giant Albertsons Companies, which operates more than 2,200 stores, announced...

DIG Launches Dinner Box as Ready-to-Eat Providers Seize Restaurant Occasions
Restaurant innovation // July 18, 2023

As ready-to-eat meal options gain share from restaurants, DIG has become the latest eatery to take an “If you can’t beat ’em, join ’em” approach. The New York-based fast-casual chain announced Tuesday (July 18) the launch of meal boxes, each featuring different entrée components and side...

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37% of Consumers Say Cost a Factor in Buying Ready-to-Eat Meals Over Takeout

September 07, 2023
With the advent of remote work, limited time and the increasing demand for convenience, ready-to-eat meals have experienced a surge in popularity among consumers.  Cost, too, was a key driving force behind the rise in ready-to-eat meal demand. While restaurant takeout meals provide convenience and variety, they can be costly, particularly with added delivery service […]

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Kroger Becomes Top US Sushi Seller as Grocers Broaden Scope

August 22, 2023
Kroger is reportedly now the number one sushi seller in the United States — a circumstance that comes alongside grocers’ ongoing effort to become consumers’ one-stop shop for food of all kinds. According to a Wall Street Journal (WSJ) report Monday (Aug. 21), Kroger has risen to the top of the category, selling more than 40 million pieces […]