Food delivery services have changed our lives over the past decade, but with the passage of time and increased concerns about quality of life and health, the food delivery industry is gradually showing signs of decline. This decline is mainly reflected in the following three aspects.
(1) Environmental issues
The takeaway era has brought with it a huge amount of packaging waste, which has had a long-term and widespread impact on the environment. The packaging of takeaway food is often made of single-use materials, and these packages are thrown away after use, and a large number of them are landfilled or incinerated, putting great pressure on waste disposal. The use of plastic bags, lunch boxes and cutlery has led to an increase in plastic waste, which has a serious impact on the health and sustainability of the natural environment.
(2) Food health issues
Takeaway food is often high in fats and sugars, and people who have been relying on takeaway for a long time are beginning to reflect on the health impact of this diet. Fast-food takeaway foods are often nutrient-deficient, and excess fat and sugar can increase the risk of obesity and chronic disease. People are beginning to pay more attention to the importance of healthy eating, and have higher requirements for the quality and safety of ingredients.
(3) The impact on the local catering industry
The convenience of takeout has led many people to choose to eat at home, resulting in a decline in footfall in brick-and-mortar restaurants. Especially during the pandemic, takeaway has become an indispensable part of people's daily lives. And brick-and-mortar restaurants are facing difficulties, and some small restaurants have even had to close. This has had a huge impact on the restaurant industry, losing the interactive and social experience of physical stores.
(1) The rise of new industries
Cooking at home is a new dietary model that meets people's pursuit of health, environmental protection and exquisite living through technological innovation and personalized customization. It promotes the concept of "slow living" and encourages people to return to their families and enjoy the process of making their own food. In this emerging industry, people can buy semi-finished food kits, get recipe cards and interactive cooking classes through the platform, and learn how to make various cuisines. This new service model aims to break the limitations of traditional takeaway and solve the environmental and health problems caused by takeaway.
(2) The importance of health and environmental protection
Cooking at home services emphasize health, environmental friendliness, and sustainability. By purchasing semi-finished food packets, people can choose high-quality fresh ingredients and avoid additives and excessive fats and sugars that may be present in takeaways. In addition, people can control the cooking process of food when cooking at home, better retaining nutrients. At the same time, reducing the use of takeaway also reduces the load on the environment, reduces the generation of packaging waste and carbon dioxide emissions, and helps to protect the earth's ecological environment.
(3) Personalized and customized consumer experience
Cooking at home service is different from traditional takeaway, it offers more options and opportunities for personalization. People can choose the ingredient packets and recipe cards that suit their tastes and needs to make unique and delicious dishes. This is a more personal experience, offering more freedom and creativity, making every meal a unique experience.
In the face of the decline of the food delivery era and the rise of cooking at home services, we need to be prepared and think about our lifestyles.
(1) A change in mentality
To adapt to the model of cooking at home, we first need to make a mindset shift. We need to take a break from our fast-paced lives and be willing to take the time to prepare food and enjoy cooking. Cooking is an art that allows us to cherish the hard-won food more and experience the culture and stories behind the food.
(2) Pay attention to health and environmental protection
We need to re-examine our eating habits and pay attention to health and the environment. By cooking at home, we can choose fresh, healthy ingredients and reduce our intake of fat and sugar. At the same time, we should also pay attention to reducing the use of plastic packaging, choose high-quality and degradable materials, and contribute to environmental protection.
(3) Pay attention to family and social interaction
The model of cooking at home emphasizes the return to the family, and we need to value the importance of family and affection. In the process of cooking at home, we can participate with our family to make food together and strengthen the bond. In addition, when it comes to socializing, we can invite friends and family to join us for a meal, to cook and share.
The era of food delivery may be coming to an end, and the home cooking service industry will become a new opportunity. By cooking at home, we can pursue a healthier, eco-friendly and personalized lifestyle. In the face of this change, we need to be mentally prepared and actively adapt. Only by embracing change can we discover the opportunities and beauty in it. Let's look forward to a more colorful life in the future!