Lunch trends - consumption analysis and statistics 2024 report
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Trend overview
- Social conversations about Lunch have by over the past year
- restaurants offer Lunch on their menus
- The fastest rising consumer need for Lunch is
- The dominating diet for Lunch is
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Lunch Trends in 2024: Analysis and Insights for the Food Industry
Lunch trends have seen a 12.35% drop in social conversations over the past year, with only 8.58% of restaurants currently offering lunch items on their menus. However, snack-related lunch options are on the rise, reflecting consumers’ growing preference for quick and convenient meals. Veganism remains the leading diet tied to lunch, signaling a continued shift towards plant-based offerings.
Snack-Based Lunches: A Growing Consumer Demand
The rising demand for snack-based lunches presents a significant opportunity for brands to develop convenient, vegan-friendly lunch solutions that meet the needs of busy, health-conscious consumers.
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