The Insatiable Appetite

Leftover Potential: A Key Opportunity for Snack and Meal Occasions

10.29.2021 - By The Hartman Group, Inc.Play

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Let’s talk about the use of leftovers. We know, perhaps not the most exciting topic to discuss, but this past year, we’ve actually uncovered some pretty dramatic changes in this space. Did you know that 29% of eating occasions, as of summer 2021, involved at least some leftovers? That's up nine percentage points from before the pandemic and up three percentage points from just last year. Listen in as our analysts dish on what’s up with leftover eating occasions, including some very interesting demographic skews.   Craving more insights? For the most comprehensive study of our changing mealtime and cooking behaviors, pre-order your copy of Hartman’s new report: At the Dining Table: American Meals and Cooking 2021

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