Sumber : euronews.com, Alessio Dell'Anna. 26 september 2024

A study conducted in 16 countries shows that people are now dining out earlier than in 2019, with new data indicating a growing trend in "early-bird" habits.

People across most European countries are dining out earlier than they did before the pandemic, according to new research from the Mastercard Economics Institute. The most significant shifts were seen in Austria (18 minutes earlier), Portugal (16 minutes), and Ireland (15 minutes). Dining earlier has several health benefits, including better digestion, reduced cardiovascular risks, and improved blood glucose levels. Previous studies on post-COVID-19 food habits revealed that people across Europe are indeed changing their eating behaviors, with more focus on meal planning and mindful purchasing. There is also a shift away from precooked meals toward "proper meal times" and eating with other household members.

COVID-19 has not only affected dining habits. The research also indicates a change in grocery shopping patterns, with consumers now tending to shop earlier in the week on traditionally quieter days like Monday and Tuesday, rather than during the typical weekend rush seen before the pandemic.