The Food Chain Dinner unboxed
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Jan 22, 2026 In this engaging discussion, Philip Doran, CEO of HelloFresh UK & Ireland, delves into meal kit innovations and how AI is personalizing recipes. Sarah Hewitt, CEO of UCOOK, shares insights on managing costs and sustainability challenges in the South African market. Dr. Rebecca Bennett presents intriguing survey findings that reveal younger demographics are driving meal kit popularity. Nandini Roy from Future Market Insights discusses the global meal kit industry's growth prospects, highlighting a significant rise in Asia-Pacific adoption.
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Busy Family Finds Relief In Kits
- Rebecca Bennett describes using meal kits to manage busy family evenings and reduce planning stress.
- She uses kits three nights a week to balance work, school and cooking demands.
Meal Kits Reach A Significant Minority
- Dr Rebecca Bennett's survey found about 15% of people used meal kits in the previous seven days across five countries.
- Meal kit users skew younger, male, and commonly have preschool or primary-age children.
Kits Substitute Healthier Meals For Takeout
- Meal kits appeal because they help busy people eat fresh, portioned and often healthier meals instead of takeout.
- They can teach cooking skills and increase vegetable servings in evening meals.