# Plant-Powered Handheld Pockets Mikey's Microwave Pockets Make a Hot, Flavorful Meal in Seconds By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2023-03-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microwave-pockets References: [nosh](https://www.nosh.com/news/2023/expo-west-califoods-buys-mikeys-schinner-shares-her-side-melibio-launches-cpg-arm) & [eatmikeys](https://eatmikeys.com/collections/mikey-s-delicious-pockets)  There's a pair of new microwave pockets from [Mikey's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-pockets) that are plant-based and gluten-free, appealing to those desire quick, comforting meals without compromising on ingredients. The new free-from varieties include Buffalo Chicken Plant-Based Pockets and Pepperoni Pizza Plant-Based Pockets are filled with cheese-style shreds and other comforting ingredients—but no eggs, dairy, soy or nitrates. These [handheld meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/merchant-gourmet-meals-in-minutes) even serve as a source of fiber and they can conveniently be ordered online to take the stress out of anytime snacking or assembling a quick weeknight meal. These new microwave pockets join existing gluten-free varieties like Cheese Pizza, Meaty Marinara and Southwest Breakfast. Cali'foods newly unveiled a plan to expand into new categories and ingredient profiles, starting with the acquisition of this gluten-free frozen brand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 75% | Activity: 45% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Plant-based Convenience Foods:** Opportunity for companies to develop more plant-based convenience food options for consumers seeking quick and comforting meals. - **Gluten-free Fast Food:** Opportunity for fast-food chains to expand their gluten-free menu options to better serve customers with dietary restrictions. - **Online Ordering for Quick Meals:** Opportunity for online food ordering services to cater to the growing demand for quick, convenient meals that can be ordered and delivered on-demand. ### Who This Affects Most - **Convenience Food Industry:** There is room for innovation and growth in the convenience food industry by developing more plant-based and gluten-free options that cater to consumer’s dietary restrictions. - **Fast Food Industry:** Fast food chains could capitalize on the growing demand for gluten-free and plant-based options by expanding their menu offerings to meet this need. - **Online Food Ordering Industry:** Companies in the online food ordering industry could tap into the market of consumers seeking convenient and quick meals that can be ordered online. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plant-Based Breakfast Pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-pockets.md) - [Mini Plant-Based Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blackbirdie-pizza-minis.md) - [Microwave-Ready Snack Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggies-made-great-products.md) - [Microwavable Vegan Burger Patties](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-burger-patty.md) - [Miniature Plant-Based Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/one-planet-pizza-pizzettas.md) - [Plant-Based Artisan Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artisan-pizzas.md) - [Takeaway-Inspired Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takeaway-pockets.md) - [Protein-Packed Quick-Serve Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/perfect-servings-meals.md) - [Good-For-You Frozen Snack Lines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amys-kitchens.md)