# Restaurant-Inspired Meal Kits These New YO! Crispy Chicken Kits Were Created with The Flava People By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2026-01-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yo-crispy-chicken-kits References: [grocerytrader](https://grocerytrader.co.uk/crispy-chicken-kits-launch-into-morrisons-in-partnership-with-the-flava-people-and-yo/) & [theflavapeople](http://www.theflavapeople.com/)  This new range of YO! Crispy Chicken Kits have been announced through a partnership with [The Flava People](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooking-dipping-sauce) as a series of meal kits that boast a restaurant-inspired recipe. The meals kits come in four flavors including Korean Style Sweet Chilli, Japanese Style Sweet & Sour, Salt & Pepper with Gochujang Jam and Katsu Curry, which are each ready to be prepared in less than 30-minutes. The fakeway meal kits respond to consumers in the UK seeking out fast, convenient ways to create restaurant-inspired dishes from home without having to opt for dining out or takeaway. Marketing Director Lauren Crozier spoke on the YO! Crispy Chicken Kits saying , "Fried chicken is a key offering for YO!, with our [Karaage](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/karaage-cocktail) and Furi Furi ranges performing strongly across menus and occasions in both restaurants and grocery. They reflect our approach to bold flavour and modern Japanese street-food inspiration, while delivering real versatility for customers." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.9/10 - Popularity: 22% | Activity: 32% | Freshness: 62% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Home Gastronomy:** The rise of restaurant-inspired meal kits allows consumers to enjoy gourmet experiences at home, transforming kitchens into personal restaurants. - **Fast-casual Dining at Home:** Meal kits offering quick preparation times are reshaping consumer expectations by providing dining out quality with the convenience of staying in. - **International Flavor Exploration:** As consumers seek diverse culinary experiences, meal kits featuring global flavors provide an opportunity to explore international cuisines without travel. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Meal Kit Industry:** The introduction of gourmet-style meal kits is redefining traditional perceptions of convenience foods by merging high-quality taste with home cooking. - **Gourmet Home Cooking:** Leveraging restaurant-inspired meal kits, the industry is appealing to food enthusiasts eager for premium yet accessible cooking experiences. - **Culinary Tourism:** The growing availability of internationally themed meal kits caters to the increasing demand for culinary tourism from the comfort of home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fried Chicken Vending Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-tokyo-hot-crispy.md) - [Pan-Asian Ready Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sainsburys-4.md) - [Restaurant-Inspired Asian Cuisine Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chopstix-ready-meal-range.md) - [Mexican-Inspired Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mexicaninspired-meal-kits.md) - [Fakeaway Frozen Chicken Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birds-eye-chicken-shop-range.md) - [At-Home Japanese Restaurant Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cooking-dipping-sauce.md) - [Fakeaway Frozen Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/inspired-cuisine-munch-box.md) - [New Year Meal Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gym-kitchen-products.md) - [Extra-Spicy Korean Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flaming-korean-fire-chicken.md)