Eating local may become even more important
Though eating local and knowing where your food comes from is not a new trend, it is becoming more important than ever during these challenging times, Sedivy explains. Consumers are looking for food that supports their community and local agriculture, and that desire has increased 430 percent during the pandemic, according to the Yelp Coronavirus Impact Report. "Eating local benefits the local community and its economy," Sedivy says. "It also reduces transit of the food, which in turn reduces its carbon footprint, and provides nutrient-dense foods that are at their peak of ripeness just ready to eat." Similarly, Steven Salm, the CEO of Chase Hospitality Group, says that restaurants will likely evolve to begin serving food that is traceable to farmers, fishermen, and other purveyors who practice sustainable and safe methods. This allows diners the peace of mind of knowing that their food is coming from the best conditions. "Restaurants will need to take the responsibility to repurpose our supply chain, so we focus our buying power towards purveyors who are currently being forgotten—those who put a mission forward of caring about people's wellness, safety, and immunity," he tells Reader's Digest.
11 Ways Coronavirus Could Change the Way We Eat, Source:https://www.rd.com/culture/ways-coronavirus-could-change-eating-food/
