DAWN FARMS TOP 9 | ISSUE 19| 2021
GLOBAL UPDATE ON CONSUMER, MARKET AND MENU INSIGHTS.
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1. UK CONSUMER CONFIDENCE TRACKER
The reopening of the UK economy has pushed consumer confidence to its highest level in over a year and has boosted spending above pre-Covid levels. Dawn Farms’ latest issue of the Pocket Watch details consumer sentiment in the UK as restrictions ease as well as other headlines including the K economy, takeaway & drive thru capabilities and outlook of the food and drink sector.
2. IT'S OFFICIALLY SANDWICH WEEK
This week is British Sandwich Week, organised by the British Sandwich Association. Every year, this week celebrates the humble sandwich in all its glory as well as the contribution the sandwich industry makes to the economy. The British Sandwich Association have uncovered the most googled sandwiches in the UK as part of the celebrations. The winner is the Club Sandwich followed closely by the Reuben and the classic Bacon Butty, with the Bánh Mì, Porchetta, Monte Cristo, Po’ Boy and Gyro sandwiches also made the list.
3. TOKYO PIZZA - BALANCE IN THE DETAILS
Chefs around the world are pushing the limits on what constitutes a pizza pie. Many regions seem to have their own take on the Italian favourite with Tokyo pizza being the latest rendition in the spotlight. The creation started in Susumu Kakinuma’s pizzeria where he took inspiration from his travels through Italy. Tokyo-style pizza has a poufy, rippled crust that is pinched around the edge and has salt sprinkled over the top and on the floor of the oven before going in. There is great attention to detail and a balance of ingredients that makes these Japanese pizzas perfection.
4. MORE PLANT-BASED FOR BBQ SEASON
Supermarkets are expanding their plant-based offerings for summer. The Co-op's Gro brand will introduce six new products, including meatless burger bites, cocktail sausages, buffalo hot wings and ribs. Earlier this month, the grocer lowered prices of the range as it believes customers should not have to pay more to eat meat-free. M&S is also expanding its Plant Kitchen range with five new products created for BBQ season: crispy barbecue wings, no-lamb koftas and plant bangers. For details on the expanded fully cooked Plant Deli range, visit www.plantdeli.ie.
5. GOUSTO'S RESTAURANT MEAL KITS
Food box subscription service, Guosto, has created five limited-edition meal kits inspired by dishes from restaurants that reflect the UK’s diverse food culture. The public was asked to nominate their favourite independent restaurants via a promotional campaign on their social media channels. The winning dishes showcased the vibrancy of food options across the UK and including Vietnamese, Palestinian, Italian, Thai and Mexican inspired dishes.
6. FOOD APP FIGHTING YOUTH OBESITY
The SMASH app, which stands for Save Money and Stay Healthy, has launched in the UK providing young people with discounts on hundreds of healthy food products. The app is exclusive to 13- to 24-year-olds who must take a selfie to pass a facial age scan before scrolling through a menu showing what savings are available at nearby retailers and restaurants. More than 300 products from 55 food brands are currently on the Smash app in the hopes of lowering obesity rates.
7. IVY FARM LEADING CULTURED MEATS
Ivy Farm Technologies says it is on track towards becoming the first British commercial cultured meat producer. Their lab-made sausages are expected to hit supermarket shelves and restaurant menus in 2023 with beef burgers and meatballs in the pipeline. The business announced a £16 million fundraiser to build a production facility and double its workforce as it seeks to increase the speed and reduce the costs of production. In addition to building a new facility, they must gain regulatory approval in the UK.
8. JUST EAT TAKEAWAY ADD GROCERIES
Just Eat Takeaway.com has announced plans to launch a supermarket delivery service in Germany. Its Lieferando service, which currently operates in 50 German cities, will begin delivering groceries as part of their food offerings. The company is considering other key markets as well, such as the UK and the Netherlands, in the hopes of winning market share this year.
9. PANDEMIC-ERA CHANGES
The pandemic has given foodservice providers the chance to learn more about how to interact with their consumers. Mobile ordering, payment and loyalty programmes, like that which Chipotle and Starbucks offer, have accelerated to reduce social contact. All consumers, not just the tech-savvy millennials and Gen-Z, are more open to safer ways of buying food and drink. Experts are eager to see how much of the new normal will remain as supply chains readjust and the economy rebounds.
At Dawn Farms we offer a full product solution for cooked, dried and fermented meat ingredients across pizza, sandwich and prepared meal sectors. We are proud to be the preferred supplier to the world's leading food brands and are considered to be the industry leaders in food safety, sustainability and insight-led product innovation. We put the customer at the heart of everything we do, which is why for your convenience all our products are fully cooked and ready-to-eat.
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