Famous Foods

Grocery shopping habits are transforming quickly as city dwellers demand convenience but don’t want to sacrifice quality. Busy lifestyles, expanding ethnic palates, and increasing nutrition consciousness have led retailers to reconsider how they serve their local communities. Such changes have been evident in the transformation of specialty food shopping markets as well. One significant change is the emphasis on ready-to-cook and ready-to-eat products. Consumers in the city are increasingly seeking out meal kits, pre-cut vegetables, and freshly prepared foods that help them save time while still eating nutritiously. Grocery companies have countered by enlarging the deli section, the in-store bakery, and the grab-and-go counter that appeals to single people and parents. Portfolio diversity is another characteristic. Staples There is a drive for diversity, supported by the Southland’s multicultural residents who want access to full pantries of global ingredients as well as everyday form...