Now the sweet-toothed can get baked goods delivered right to their door with Dulcinea, a Manhattan-based business that delivers desserts on a subscription basis. Dulcinea operates in a similar fashion to Milk Made (remember them?), another New York business that delivers ice cream.
Every Wednesday, Dulcinea delivers ‘a wholesome indulgence,’ says Springwise, to subscribed customers who pay a fee per month. The so-called wholesome indulgences, which are made from local produce and organic, sustainably produced ingredients, include jumbo rhubarb muffins, blueberry lemon pound cake, and strawberry scones among other delights. I wish I lived in New York!
Subscription Sweets
Dulcinea Delivers Baked Goodies on a Weekly Basis
Trend Themes
1. Subscription-based Delivery - There is an opportunity for businesses to offer subscription-based delivery services for various products, including baked goods.
2. Wholesome Indulgence - The trend of offering indulgent treats made from locally sourced and organic ingredients can be applied to different food categories and could disrupt traditional dessert offerings.
3. Hyper-local Food Production - There is potential for businesses to focus on hyper-local food production, using sustainable ingredients and catering to consumers' desire for locally sourced products.
Industry Implications
1. Food Delivery Services - The food delivery industry can explore new opportunities by incorporating subscription-based models and offering healthier, indulgent options.
2. Specialty Dessert Providers - Specialty dessert providers can disrupt the market by offering desserts made from high-quality, local ingredients and delivering them on a subscription basis.
3. Organic and Local Food Production - The organic and local food production industry can expand its offerings by creating subscription-based services for indulgent treats made from sustainably produced ingredients.