Today more than ever, shoppers are eating dinner at home. A whopping 4 out of 5 people prepare dinner at home at least 4 nights a week, and more than 1 in 4 prepare dinner at home every night, according to the latest The Power of Foodservice at Retail Report. With more shoppers eating at home, meal planning is on [...]
Experienced food retailers know how much merchandising impacts shopper behavior. In the deli department, this is especially true. The latest Power of Foodservice at Retail Report reveals that 61% of shoppers learn about deli-prepared offerings just by walking through the store. That’s great news for food retailers looking to increase deli sales, because it means your shoppers are on the [...]
More shoppers are turning to retail foodservice, according to the latest The Power of Foodservice at Retail Report. Department, dollar and unit performance all increased for prepared foods and deli foodservice over the last year. But there’s still a gap between what shoppers are looking for and what they find. Half of shoppers report that their store’s prepared food is [...]
Meal planning is here to stay, and it presents a big opportunity for food retailers. Between inflation and economic uncertainty, shoppers are increasingly budget-conscious. That means more strategic purchasing, more planning around meals, and more cooking at home. In fact, at least 2 out of 3 shoppers do some degree of meal planning, according to research from FMI’s The Power [...]
Rising costs and inflation are shaping shopper behavior. Since the pandemic, there has been a shift toward meal planning, meal prepping and dining at home that puts food retailers in a good position to win market share. That’s because more than ever, shoppers are looking for value—and the latest research shows they are finding it in prepared foodservice items. According [...]
Most shoppers are looking for healthful, nutritious options when it comes to prepared meals and deli foodservice items. In fact, 2 out of 3 shoppers report they put at least some focus into finding healthy prepared items, according to research from FMI’s The Power of Foodservice at Retail Report. But there’s a gap between what shoppers want and what they’re [...]
Offering a unique signature item is a great way to build your brand. In theory, your store’s signature foodservice item (like a rotisserie chicken, a sandwich or a pizza) drives traffic. It’s craveable, so shoppers come in looking for that one special product but grab a few extras while they’re in store. It’s an extension of your brand that’s made [...]
New flavors aren’t just for adventurous Gen Zers. Shoppers of all ages are wanting to try new foods. In fact, 92% of Gen Zers and Millennials like exploring new flavors and 79% of Baby Boomers are happy to try a new dish, according to a recent report. Because of social media and cultural immersion, shoppers of all ages are discovering [...]
Shoppers are budget-conscious, but they can be persuaded to spend a little extra for the right product. For example, 94% say they can be convinced to splurge on a product – and around 50% will splurge on food for a special occasion or if it fits into their healthy eating goals. Even better news for the deli department: 70% of [...]
Different generations have different eating habits. Younger shoppers get meal inspiration from social media, while Baby Boomers are more cookbook-focused and get recipes from family and friends, according to a recent report. While it may seem like a challenge to create a good shopping experience for everybody, retailers should view it as an opportunity to make merchandising exciting. Breaking it [...]
