# Culinary Direction Predictions foodora Compiles a List of 2019 Predictions About the Food Movement By Kalin Ned | Published 2018-12-13 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/2019-predictions References: [foodora](http://www.foodora.com) The popular on-demand food delivery service, foodora, releases a list of 2019 predictions about its industry. The report — the third of its kind, powers the company's highly anticipated offerings in the new year. Definitely an insightful way to stay ahead of the curve, foodora examined consumer purchasing habits and new menu options from over 2,500 restaurant partners for its 2019 predictions on the food movement. As a result, consumers will be able to soon enjoy a more sustainable approach to delivery, new culturally diverse dishes, health-focused probiotic offerings, a [greater menu for desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-moo1), as well as [groceries-to-go](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/burq-lastmile-delivery). From an opt-in/opt-out option for plastic cutlery to a tentative partnership with [7-Eleven](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grubhub-goods), some of foodora's 2019 predictions are already being realized by the company. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.6/10 - Popularity: 71% | Activity: 88% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Sustainable Delivery:** Opportunity for companies to develop more eco-friendly packaging and delivery methods in the food delivery industry. - **Culturally Diverse Dishes:** Potential for restaurants to offer a wider variety of international cuisine to cater to diverse consumer preferences. - **Health-focused Probiotic Offerings:** Chance for food and beverage companies to capitalize on the growing demand for healthier and gut-friendly food options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Delivery:** The food delivery industry can explore partnerships and innovation to reduce waste and environmental impact. - **Restaurant:** Restaurants have an opportunity to expand their menus and offer culturally diverse dishes to attract a wider customer base. - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can tap into the health and wellness trend by incorporating probiotic offerings in their products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Future-Facing Food Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/future-food-menu.md) - [Regional Culinary Identity-Inspired Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regional-culinary-identity.md) - [Improved Fast-Food Delivery Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mcdonalds-door-dash.md) - [Flexible Meal Delivery Brands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/daily-harvest-2.md) - [Inspiring Food Color Reports](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oterra-color-trends-2025.md) - [AI-Powered Foodservice Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/menucast.md) - [Predictive Consumer Platforms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trends-in-food-and-beverage.md) - [Sustainable Salad Meal Kit Deliveries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frache-noodle-salad.md) - [Value-Driven Wellness-Focused Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salad-and-go.md)