Published February 9, 2017
Some 83% of consumers said they were daily snackers in 2016, according to Technomics Snacking Occasion Consumer Trend Report. Busy lifestyles, smaller households with greater meal flexibility and the growing idea that snacks are part of a healthful diet have all contributed to this uptick in snacking behavior. Younger consumers, especially, are drawn to the concept of mix-and-match snack offerings, so consider offering bundled snack options to allow for customization. With consumers increasingly considering snacks part of a healthy diet, be sure to offer nutritious such as yogurt, fruit, and nuts.
Key Takeaways:
- Snacking is growing across many channels from retail prepared foods to bakery and coffee cafes, fast-food locations and more.
- Busy lifestyles, smaller households with greater meal flexibility and the growing idea that snacks are part of a healthful diet have all contributed to this uptick in snacking behavior.
- The definition of snacks is changing to include ethnic offerings, downsized versions of menu favorites and better-for-you options.
“Younger consumers, especially, are drawn to the concept of mix-and-match snack offerings, so consider offering bundled snack options to allow for customization.”
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Published February 9, 2017
Fresh products are subject to a number of toxins or bacterial issues if not handled properly throughout the food distribution chain. Fortunately, Chef Thomas has a reliable distributor partner that he deals with on a regular basis who follows best practices for delivering fresh, unadulterated products. Distributors follow best practices behind the scenes ensuring that the food they deliver is temperature and quality controlled to preserve integrity and safety. Thomas doesn’t allow returns of refrigerated and frozen products, mainly to protect the integrity of the product for the next customer.
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3 ways to capitalize on shifting dayparts
Some 83% of consumers said they were daily snackers in 2016, according to Technomics Snacking Occasion Consumer Trend Report. Busy lifestyles, smaller households with greater meal flexibility and the growing idea that snacks are part of a healthful diet have all contributed to this uptick in snacking behavior. Younger consumers, especially, are drawn to the concept of mix-and-match snack offerings, so consider offering bundled snack options to allow for customization. With consumers increasingly considering snacks part of a healthy diet, be sure to offer nutritious such as yogurt, fruit, and nuts.
Key Takeaways:
“Younger consumers, especially, are drawn to the concept of mix-and-match snack offerings, so consider offering bundled snack options to allow for customization.”
http://www.foodservicedirector.com/sponsored-content/featured-content/articles/3-ways-capitalize-shifting-dayparts
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