A recent survey found the average American has only 52 total minutes per day to prepare, eat and enjoy their meals, with one-third of consumers saying they have less than 30 minutes to prep and enjoy meals.
The trend of small, at-home social gatherings has continued post-pandemic, with over 58% of consumers preferring more intimate gatherings over large events, the study found.
For grocery retailers, having an olive and antipasti bar program in the deli department can be an easy way to grab the attention of charcuterie lovers, adventurous foodies and health-conscious shoppers all in one place.