The COVID-19 epidemic in China has profoundly changed attitudes toward foods and dining.  Nielsen surveys showed that as recovery occurs, consumers will be more concerned over “healthy eating” Obviously no more civets, snakes, and pangolins!  Eating at home will become more acceptable to the detriment of restaurants. Home delivery of meals will intensify in urban areas in response to demand.

Nielsen suggests that food suppliers should consider developing high-quality convenience items, and health-promoting products for emerging middle class consumers in Asia.