# Supermarket Grab-and-Go Sandwiches Wegmans' Meals2Go Program Offers Gourmet Grab-and-Go Sandwiches By Elena Rahman | Published 2021-08-03 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-grabandgo-sandwiches References: [fixturescloseup](https://www.fixturescloseup.com/2019/10/05/gourmet-go-grab-go-sandwiches/) & [meals2go](https://meals2go.com/#/?shortlink=90599c5f&pid=Unata&c=Unata) Beloved food market, Wegmans, offers customers its gourmet [grab](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-fridge-vending-machines)-and-go sandwiches as part of the superstore's Meals2Go initiative. The program features several on-the-go food options for busy shoppers. Customers can pick up a quick meal while shopping from one of Wegmans' various food stands, including smoothies, [pizza, bakery items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/delice-to-go), ready-to-cook meals, and sandwiches. Wegmans' fresh and gourmet sandwiches are available at a [grab-and-go stand display](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-sandwiches). Located halfway between the store's fresh product and buffet foods, the Gourmet-&-Go Grab&-Go Sandwiches incorporates elements from both departments. The sandwiches take a step up from the ordinary with their fresh ingredients. Wegmans' goal is to transform the typical lunchtime item into a gourmet and on-the-go option for hungry and busy shoppers. Image Credit: Wegmans ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 10% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Grab-and-go Meals:** The success of the grab-and-go sandwich concept could extend to other meal options for busy consumers. - **Gourmet Fast Food:** The popularity of Wegmans' gourmet grab-and-go sandwiches suggests that there is a market for elevated, high-quality fast food options. - **In-store Food Stands:** Offering a variety of in-store food stands can increase store foot traffic and provide an additional revenue stream for retailers. ### Where This Applies - **Grocery Retail:** Grocery stores can innovate by offering grab-and-go meal options, fresh prepared foods, and in-store food stands to cater to busy shoppers who want quick, convenient and high-quality food options. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can adapt by incorporating fresh, high-quality ingredients and providing gourmet options that cater to consumers' desire for both convenience and quality. - **Food Service:** In-store food stands and grab-and-go options can offer new revenue streams for food service providers, while delivering elevated, on-the-go meal experiences to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Heat-and-Eat Sandwich Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-take-crave-away-sandwiches.md) - [Convenience Retailer Ciabatta Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wawa-ciabatta-sandwiches.md) - [Low-Cost Grocery Store Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-zone-meals.md) - [Globally-Inspired Ready-to-Eat Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asda-foodtogo-range.md) - [Premade Gourmet Grilled Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-grilled-cheese.md) - [Perfect Sandwich Guides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-sandwich.md) - [Ultra-Fresh Deli Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fresh-food-for-now.md) - [Mozzarella-Stuffed Caprese Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caprese-sandwiches-and-wraps.md) - [Curated Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-sandwiches.md)