# Meta Italian Cuisine Pastas These Buitoni Raviolis are Ready to Eat in Six-Minutes By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitoni-raviolis References: [foodbev](https://www.foodbev.com/news/buitoni-food-company-releases-new-flavours-of-its-ravioli/) & [buitoni](https://buitoni.com)  These new Buitoni Raviolis are a series of meta Italian cuisine options for consumers to choose as a way to enjoy [premium flavor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasta-night) any anytime. The pastas come in two options including Chicken Parmesan and Pepperoni & Cheese, which both pay homage to the original dishes and rework them into a new favorite. The pastas come in 20-ounce packages, which are perfect for feeding a family of four and are thus great for [midweek meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chef-boyardee-frozen-skillet-meals). Priced at $8.99, the raviolis are a cost-effective option for thrifty families to pick up. President and CEO of Buitoni Foods Graham Corneck commented on the new Buitoni Raviolis saying, "Perfect for serving any time – from Sunday game day to a weeknight meal in a pinch after a busy day at work or school – these new flavours combine the ease and quality consumers expect from Buitoni with the delicious flavours of their favourite meals, all available from the comfort of their own kitchen.” ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.6/10 - Popularity: 2% | Activity: 2% | Freshness: 13% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Meta Italian Cuisine:** Opportunity for food companies to create new meta versions of popular dishes by reworking them into a convenient package for consumers. - **Ready-to-eat Pastas:** Opportunity for food companies to create new convenient pasta options for busy consumers who want premium flavors anytime with minimal prep required. - **Cost-effective Meal Options:** Opportunity for food companies to develop cost-effective meal options for families who want to enjoy quality food without breaking the bank. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food & Beverage:** Opportunity for food and beverage companies to develop convenient, premium quality meal options for busy consumers. - **Consumer Goods:** Opportunity for consumer goods companies to create packaging solutions for convenient, ready-to-eat meal options that cater to busy lifestyles. - **Retail:** Opportunity for retailers to offer cost-effective meal options that cater to families who are looking for quality meals without overspending. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Stuffed Frozen Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-frozen-pasta.md) - [Meatless Alternative Raviolis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buitoni-impossible-foods.md) - [Frozen Italian Restaurant Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bertolli-frozen-skillet-meals.md) - [60-Second Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timewise.md) - [Collaboration Plant-Based Raviolis](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dellugo-this.md) - [Homestyle Pasta Skillet Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chef-boyardee.md) - [Satisfying Rolled Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazolis-lasagna-rolls.md) - [Instant Pasta Snack Pots](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pasta-nostra.md) - [Authentic Consumer-Driven Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/napolina-pasta.md)