The latest foodservice trends impacting the MENA region were presented at the Global Restaurant Leadership Conference in Dubai
CHICAGO, Dec. 3, 2018—In research covering the UAE region shared during the recent Global Restaurant Leadership Conference, Technomic found that 87% of UAE consumers visit foodservice at least once a week, compared to 74% globally. This high percentage compared to international foodservice visitation is likely due to the busy, on-the-go lifestyles of UAE residents.
“Changing dynamics in the region are putting a stronger focus on tourism which provides new opportunities for foodservice,” explains Aaron Jourden, senior research manager of global at Technomic. “As top chains continue to expand units in hypercompetitive markets, it’s key for them to keep foundational basics, while still bringing something new and unique to the table.”
Here are some insights about the three countries covered:
- 61% of consumers in Saudi Arabia strongly agree that snacking between meals is part of a healthy diet, compared to 43% globally
- 75% of UAE consumers order takeout/delivery with a phone call, compared to 47% who do so through a smartphone or mobile app
- 40% of consumers in Kuwait like to visit familiar restaurants and tend to visit the same places when they eat out
Next year, the Global Restaurant Leadership Conference will take place at a new location from Nov. 3-6, 2019 in Singapore. Technomic will be back to share key foodservice insights but until then, the Global Foodservice Planning Program offers ongoing access to this information along with various reports covering the MENA region and beyond. Available reports include the UAE Country Report, UAE Top 100 Chain Restaurant Report, Saudi Arabia Country Report, Saudi Arabia Top 100 Chain Restaurant Report, Kuwait Country Report and more. For more information on the program or available reports, visit Technomic.com or contact one of the individuals listed below.
Contacts:
Purchasing details: Patrick Noone, (312) 506-3852, pnoone@technomic.com
Press inquiries and report details: Mark Wesoloskie, (312) 506-3923, mwesoloskie@technomic.com
About Technomic
Technomic Inc., a Winsight company, delivers a 360-degree view of the food industry. It impacts growth and profitability for clients by providing consumer-grounded vision and channel-relevant strategic insights. Its services range from major research studies and management consulting solutions to online databases and simple fact-finding assignments. Its clients include food manufacturers and distributors, restaurants and retailers, other foodservice organizations, and various institutions aligned with the food industry. Visit Technomic at technomic.com.
About Winsight, LLC
Winsight LLC is a recognized leader in business-to-business media and information services for the convenience-retailing, foodservice and grocery industries. Winsight has an extensive media portfolio, including five publications: CSP, Restaurant Business, FoodService Director, Convenience Store Products, and Winsight Grocery Business. Winsight also offers a suite of digital products, including websites, e-newsletters, webinars, video products, mobile and tablet apps, and custom marketing solutions. In addition to more than 12 major EduNetworking conferences and advisory meetings, Winsight also produces seven exclusive, large-scale executive-level conferences: Restaurant Leadership Conference, Global Restaurant Leadership Conference, Outlook Leadership Conference, Convenience Retailing University, FSTEC, MenuDirections and Restaurant Directions. In 2015, Winsight acquired Technomic Inc., a provider of primary and secondary market information and advisory services for the food industry. For more information on Winsight and its brands, go to www.winsightmedia.com.