--- title: Mondelēz Away From Home Insights | COVID-19 description: COVID-19 | The snacking blog devoted to helping foodservice operators feed their snack sales success. Track the latest snack trends. Get insights and statistics to help improve customer service, inform menu innovation and encourage a higher check average. --- [![Click to visit the Mondelez International Away From Home website](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/mdla-afh-logo-horizontal.svg)](https://www.mondelezawayfromhome.com/) - [Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/trends) - [Operations](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/operations) - [Culinary](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com//topic/culinary) - Subscribe # COVID-19 [![Featured image for article: At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/clay-banks-oNm9NkTFLfA-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/at-the-plate-foodservice-ready-for-more-hits-than-misses-in-2023) ## [At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/at-the-plate-foodservice-ready-for-more-hits-than-misses-in-2023) May 2, 2023 Foodservice has been feasting on opportunities with the fading of the pandemic, but there are also challenges that are tough to stomach. The mixed bag... [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/kobby-mendez-idTwDKt2j2o-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-skys-the-limit-limited-time-offers-rising-to-pre-pandemic-levels) ## [Flying High: Limited-Time Offers Rising to Pre-Pandemic Levels](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-skys-the-limit-limited-time-offers-rising-to-pre-pandemic-levels) December 12, 2023 Limited-time offers are surging due to pent-up demand and the post-pandemic return of menu innovation. Learn about the latest ingenious LTO trends. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/10122_BELV_SNK_PKG_BelVita-4-packs-and-belVIta-Snack-Packs_v2.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-perks-specialty-coffees-give-healthcare-foodservice-a-shot-in-the-arm) ## [The Perks: Post-COVID-19 Coffee Helps Give Healthcare Foodservice a Shot in the Arm](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-perks-specialty-coffees-give-healthcare-foodservice-a-shot-in-the-arm) September 19, 2023 As COVID-19 fades, coffee demand perks up in healthcare foodservice. Learn why pairing coffee with the right foods is a must for healthcare operators. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/nathan-dumlao-6VhPY27jdps-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/perking-up-profits-whats-brewing-in-the-coffee-shop-segment) ## [Perking Up Profits: What’s Brewing in the Coffee Shop Segment](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/perking-up-profits-whats-brewing-in-the-coffee-shop-segment) September 5, 2023 Coffee shops continue to generate buzz and big sales. Explore data-informed insights into the strategies driving the success of Starbucks and Dutch Bros. [![Featured image for article: Small Bites, Big Sales: Foodservice Feasts on Snacks to Feed Bottom Line](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/tim-toomey-STqHLqMne3k-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/small-bites-big-sales-the-foodservice-trend-of-making-more-out-of-less) ## [Small Bites, Big Sales: Foodservice Feasts on Snacks to Feed Bottom Line](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/small-bites-big-sales-the-foodservice-trend-of-making-more-out-of-less) April 18, 2023 [![Featured image for article: Picking Up The Pace: Restaurants Accelerate Drive-Thru Enhancements, Ramp Up Rewards](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/abillion-F0e3AdcwVbM-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/picking-up-the-pace-restaurants-accelerate-drive-thru-enhancements-ramp-up-rewards) ## [Picking Up The Pace: Restaurants Accelerate Drive-Thru Enhancements, Ramp Up Rewards](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/picking-up-the-pace-restaurants-accelerate-drive-thru-enhancements-ramp-up-rewards) April 4, 2023 ### [2026 Away-From-Home Industry Trends Guide Make 2026 the year your customers always leave room for dessert.](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/dessert-trends-defining-2026) [Access Guide Now](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/dessert-trends-defining-2026) ## Popular in COVID-19 [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/320_nathan-dumlao-k3DmHnnAH3M-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/well-well-well-pandemic-puts-wellness-center-of-the-plate) ## [The Future of Functional: A Smorgasbord of Snack Sales for Foodservice Operators](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/well-well-well-pandemic-puts-wellness-center-of-the-plate) The pandemic has accelerated the better-for-you snack trend. Learn about rising demand for options that balance gratifying flavor with nutritional value. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/308_julian-steenbergen-rLpRrly5Hi8-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/restaurants-revenue-reimagined-pandemic-dishes-out-disruption) ### [Restaurant Revenue Reimagined: Pandemic Dishes Out Disruption](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/restaurants-revenue-reimagined-pandemic-dishes-out-disruption) [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/311_deryn-macey-kPLccIMtS8E-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/protein-power-the-future-of-protein-alternatives) ### [Protein Power! The Future of Protein Alternatives in Foodservice](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/protein-power-the-future-of-protein-alternatives) [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/362_nathan-dumlao-oRKF_ZBJYGM-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/urgent-delivery-sales-drop-heightens-hunger-for-innovative-solutions) ### [Urgent Delivery: Restaurant Operators Hungry for Innovative Solutions](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/urgent-delivery-sales-drop-heightens-hunger-for-innovative-solutions) [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Elevated%20Churro%20Dessert%20Bar%2013.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ### [Raising The Bar: Dessert Bars Elevate Small Bites to Big Trend Status](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ## Join our email list! Get the latest news, trends and insights from Mondelēz Foodservice. ## More in COVID-19 [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/kobby-mendez-idTwDKt2j2o-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-skys-the-limit-limited-time-offers-rising-to-pre-pandemic-levels) ## [Flying High: Limited-Time Offers Rising to Pre-Pandemic Levels](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-skys-the-limit-limited-time-offers-rising-to-pre-pandemic-levels) December 12, 2023 Limited-time offers are surging due to pent-up demand and the post-pandemic return of menu innovation. Learn about the latest ingenious LTO trends. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/10122_BELV_SNK_PKG_BelVita-4-packs-and-belVIta-Snack-Packs_v2.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-perks-specialty-coffees-give-healthcare-foodservice-a-shot-in-the-arm) ## [The Perks: Post-COVID-19 Coffee Helps Give Healthcare Foodservice a Shot in the Arm](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-perks-specialty-coffees-give-healthcare-foodservice-a-shot-in-the-arm) September 19, 2023 As COVID-19 fades, coffee demand perks up in healthcare foodservice. Learn why pairing coffee with the right foods is a must for healthcare operators. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/nathan-dumlao-6VhPY27jdps-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/perking-up-profits-whats-brewing-in-the-coffee-shop-segment) ## [Perking Up Profits: What’s Brewing in the Coffee Shop Segment](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/perking-up-profits-whats-brewing-in-the-coffee-shop-segment) September 5, 2023 Coffee shops continue to generate buzz and big sales. Explore data-informed insights into the strategies driving the success of Starbucks and Dutch Bros. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/clay-banks-oNm9NkTFLfA-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/at-the-plate-foodservice-ready-for-more-hits-than-misses-in-2023) ## [At The Plate: Foodservice Ready for More Hits Than Misses in 2023](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/at-the-plate-foodservice-ready-for-more-hits-than-misses-in-2023) May 2, 2023 The National Restaurant Association forecasts strong growth for foodservice, but economic challenges persist. Learn how top chains innovate to drive sales. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/tim-toomey-STqHLqMne3k-unsplash%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/small-bites-big-sales-the-foodservice-trend-of-making-more-out-of-less) ## [Small Bites, Big Sales: Foodservice Feasts on Snacks to Feed Bottom Line](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/small-bites-big-sales-the-foodservice-trend-of-making-more-out-of-less) April 18, 2023 As snacking replaces full meals, small bites grow in sales importance. Learn how the foodservice trend of small bites has evolved into big business. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/abillion-F0e3AdcwVbM-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/picking-up-the-pace-restaurants-accelerate-drive-thru-enhancements-ramp-up-rewards) ## [Picking Up The Pace: Restaurants Accelerate Drive-Thru Enhancements, Ramp Up Rewards](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/picking-up-the-pace-restaurants-accelerate-drive-thru-enhancements-ramp-up-rewards) April 4, 2023 Economic issues compel restaurants to take drive-thrus and loyalty programs to the next level. Explore restaurant drive-thru and loyalty program trends. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/davey-gravy-krsKfCC1lYw-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/spring-forward-foodservice-operators-set-the-table-for-sales-growth) ## [Spring Forward: Foodservice Operators Set the Table for Sales Growth](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/spring-forward-foodservice-operators-set-the-table-for-sales-growth) March 7, 2023 Foodservice operators look to spring for business to bloom. Explore menu trends for 3 key spring holidays: St. Patrick's Day, Easter and Mother's Day. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/Elevated%20Churro%20Dessert%20Bar%2013.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) ## [Raising The Bar: Dessert Bars Elevate Small Bites to Big Trend Status](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/raising-the-bar-dessert-bars-elevate-small-bites-to-big-trend-status) February 21, 2023 Dessert boards are satisfying a pent-up appetite for shareable and customizable sweet treats. Trace the evolution of this key foodservice trend for 2023. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/a-befendo-SQ7CnQbrE3Y-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/next-course-2023-foodservice-tech-trends) ## [Next Course: 2023 Foodservice Tech Trends](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/next-course-2023-foodservice-tech-trends) January 17, 2023 Explore why two foodservice trends--off-premise restaurant formats and artificial intelligence systems--are poised to rise to new heights in 2023. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/kristi-johnson-A6FloccHBKY-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/serving-up-strategy-restaurant-chains-navigate-mixed-menu-of-opportunities-and-challenges) ## [Serving Up Strategy: Restaurant Chains Navigate Mixed Menu of Opportunities and Challenges](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/serving-up-strategy-restaurant-chains-navigate-mixed-menu-of-opportunities-and-challenges) January 10, 2023 As the pandemic fades, new opportunities and challenges arise for foodservice operators. Explore how top restaurant operations are navigating the new norm. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/no-revisions-uuKDqShJPE4-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/palatable-partnerships-brand-mashups-serve-up-endless-possibilities) ## [Palatable Partnerships: Brand Mashups Serve Up Endless Possibilities](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/palatable-partnerships-brand-mashups-serve-up-endless-possibilities) November 15, 2022 Major restaurant brands are partnering to expand their reach and points of access. Explore examples of how the co-branding trend boosts check averages. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/elevate-UOQaY8zqMSw-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/happy-graze-extra-helpings-of-good-news-feed-foodservice-optimism) ## [Happy Graze: Good News Feeds Foodservice Optimism](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/happy-graze-extra-helpings-of-good-news-feed-foodservice-optimism) November 8, 2022 Foodservice operators are digging into a steady course of good news. Puttshack funding and sales at Subway and Domino's are signs of a strong recovery. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/alex-haney-CAhjZmVk5H4-unsplash%20(1)%20(1).jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-real-and-virtual-deal-restaurant-sales-spike-metaverse-marketing-mounts) ## [The Real (and Virtual) Deal: Restaurant Sales Spike, Metaverse Marketing Mounts](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/the-real-and-virtual-deal-restaurant-sales-spike-metaverse-marketing-mounts) October 25, 2022 The restaurant industry is growing both in sales and in the metaverse. Explore the August sales spike and Chipotle's metaverse launch of a new menu item. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/387_dillon-wanner-BH4SBlqMJX0-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/a-hunger-for-convenience-digital-innovation-from-fast-casual-to-c-store-segments) ## [A Hunger for Convenience: Digital Innovation, From Fast Casual to C-Store Segments](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/a-hunger-for-convenience-digital-innovation-from-fast-casual-to-c-store-segments) August 30, 2022 Shake Shack is a beacon of digital innovation in the fast-casual segment. Now QuikTrip raises the bar for c-stores with frictionless cashier-free shopping. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/382_127066_1387.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/cool-it-summer-ltos-focus-on-refreshing-fruit-flavors) ## [Cool It! Summer LTOs Focus on Refreshing Fruit Flavors](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/cool-it-summer-ltos-focus-on-refreshing-fruit-flavors) August 16, 2022 Summer LTOs are making a splash on restaurant menus across America. Explore a few of the key fruit flavor profiles that slake operators' thirst for sales. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/381_brooke-cagle-Qa5-ifNUcvw-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/rising-to-the-challenge-restaurant-chains-elevate-the-customer-experience) ## [Rising to the Challenge: Restaurant Chains Elevate the Customer Experience In-Store and Online](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/rising-to-the-challenge-restaurant-chains-elevate-the-customer-experience) August 9, 2022 As demographics change, restaurant chains innovate the customer experience accordingly. Explore customer experience innovations from IHOP and Sweetgreen. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/380_jessie-mccall-guXX_Wm-wnY-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/secret-sauce-less-is-more-for-successful-restaurant-chains-during-the-pandemic) ## [Secret Sauce: Less Is More for Successful Restaurant Chains During the Pandemic](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/secret-sauce-less-is-more-for-successful-restaurant-chains-during-the-pandemic) August 2, 2022 Explore the trend of top restaurant chains shifting focus from unit growth to sales growth and see how they navigate an inflationary environment. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/378_brian-iypd1qKelRY-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/full-speed-ahead-fast-casuals-fast-track-drive-thru-innovations) ## [Full Speed Ahead: Fast-Casuals Fast-Track Drive-Thru Innovations](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/full-speed-ahead-fast-casuals-fast-track-drive-thru-innovations) July 12, 2022 From Chipotle's lucrative Chipotlane to Taco Bell's high-tech prototype Taco Bell Defy, drive-thrus are paving the way to the fast-casual future. [![](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/hubfs/376_anna-hill-OVVsdKrjkEY-unsplash.jpg)](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/new-roads-to-revenue-delivery-innovations-fueled-by-fast-changing-market) ## [New Roads to Revenue: Delivery Innovations Fueled by Fast-Changing Market](https://insights.mdlzawayfromhome.com/new-roads-to-revenue-delivery-innovations-fueled-by-fast-changing-market) June 28, 2022 Explore delivery innovations from Uber Eats and the earth-friendly, cost-effective foodservice trend of sustainable packaging and reusable containers. 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