In light of the COVID-19 pandemic, takeaway has become more popular than ever. In fact, for some, it has become a necessity.
Now that certain parts of the world are seeing another surge of the virus and ‘shutting down’ again, takeaway will undoubtedly see another surge in popularity, too. People want to stay safe, but they also want delicious food. So, restaurants have had to work around the clock and adapt to those changing needs in order to provide consistent options that people can take home to their families.
But, with winter looming just around the corner, it might be time to take a look at your takeaway menu and consider offering some healthier options for your patrons.
Why Healthier Takeaway Selections are Important
Because of the pandemic, people have been heavily relying on takeaway instead of eating out at restaurants. The fact that so many food establishments have stepped up to fill that need has been incredible.
While most people want comfort in what they’re eating (especially in times of stress), many are also paying closer attention to their overall health and wellbeing.
Now, more than ever, people want to stay as healthy and strong as possible. Their diets can play a big part in that. Additionally, people might be tired of cooking at home but don’t necessarily want to feel “guilty” about ordering a greasy cheeseburger multiple nights of the week.
So, healthier selections on your takeout menu are important this winter. Not only will it offer a much-needed change to your menu for customers who have been relying on you for a while, but it will show those customers that you truly care about their health, as well as their taste buds.
The Perfect Time to Roll Out Healthy Options
With the holidays coming up, people may not be able to spend time with their loved ones the way they usually do. But, they will still want to be ‘merry’ and enjoy a lot of delicious food.
So, they may not be cooking as much on “normal” days surrounding the holiday season. And, they may be more focused on eating healthy so they can enjoy all of the holiday snacking and feasting.
It’s always a good idea to change up your takeaway menu from time to time, especially when it has become a staple for your customers. While you don’t need to necessarily take away any of your popular items, adding a few healthier choices to your menu can increase your reach, attract new customers, and give your current patrons something new to enjoy.
Including healthier options on your takeaway menu is also a great way to show off your restaurant’s culinary skills. Let your chef shine, by showing customers that healthy food can be filling, delicious, and nutritious all at once. Now is the time to start brainstorming some healthy food ideas for the winter, so your customers can feel good about themselves and what they’re eating all season long.
Here at Takeaway Supplies, we offer everything you need to provide your healthy and delicious food in a variety of different packaging.