{"id":43783,"date":"2021-10-29T01:12:26","date_gmt":"2021-10-29T00:12:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/thevoiceoflondon.co.uk\/?p=43783"},"modified":"2021-12-19T20:37:15","modified_gmt":"2021-12-19T20:37:15","slug":"young-londoners-share-their-thoughts-on-food-delivery-apps","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.westminster.ac.uk\/thevoiceoflondon\/young-londoners-share-their-thoughts-on-food-delivery-apps\/","title":{"rendered":"Young Londoners share their thoughts on food delivery apps"},"content":{"rendered":"

In this piece, you will learn about the sales growth of the three most popular delivery platforms: Deliveroo, Uber Eats and Just Eat, and what eating options young Londoners fancy the most.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The period between July to September 2021 has been exciting for Deliveroo<\/a>, as their sales increased by 59 per cent in the UK and Ireland, according to the Guardian.<\/p>\n

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Deliveroo driver. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/p><\/div>\n

Even though restaurants are welcoming customers again, people are still tempted by Deliveroo, as its successful partnership with Amazon allows all Prime members free delivery for orders over \u00a325 that \u201cdoubled members of its premium subscription service,\u201d reported The Guardian.<\/p>\n

Despite the coronavirus restrictions, Deliveroo gained 35.8 million orders in the third quarter in comparison to 22.6m in the equivalent time last year.<\/p>\n

With its global sales, Deliveroo reached \u201c74.6m orders, up from 45.4m, a 64% rise,\u201d said The Guardian.<\/p>\n

In contrast, Uber Eats\u2019 orders increased<\/a> by 28% or $1.7bn worldwide on the previous year.<\/p>\n

According to the Evening Standard, in 2020, Just Eat gained<\/a> up to 76% or \u00a3135m of sales over last year in the UK alone, and predicts to achieve \u201c45% order growth\u201d globally by the end of 2021.<\/p>\n

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The Voice of London asked young Londoners\u2019 opinions about their eating habits and delivery services:<\/p>\n

Jadi Yo, an international student from China, said that they prefer homemade food, but they tried food delivery services as well. \u201cI have used Uber to order some food. It\u2019s good to use and has many food (options)<\/em> I can choose.\u201d<\/p>\n

Young woman Katie prefers ordering food to her home because it\u2019s more convenient. \u201cYou get to be in your own space at home, a bit more comfortable.\u201d However, Katie is a fan of Deliveroo services. \u201cI really like their service, the drivers; you always know where they are. If there\u2019s an issue, they can always send you a message; it\u2019s really useful.\u201d<\/p>\n

Another young person, Millie, says that it depends when she will order food to home and when she will eat out. \u201cSometimes I prefer ordering food, cause you don\u2019t need to go out. But going out is also nice when you go with your friends and socialise.\u201d Uber Eats is Millie\u2019s favourite food delivery service. \u201cIt\u2019s the one that I have.\u201d<\/p>\n

On the other hand, some young Londoners like Tiaga and Noria still enjoy more eating out than ordering the food at home. \u201cFor the experience, mostly,\u201d says Tiaga. \u201cI don\u2019t actually use any of them (delivery services<\/em>). It\u2019s just easy to go out and buy groceries and good stuff\u201d, says Noria.<\/p>\n

Moreover, these five young people revealed their favourite eating spots:<\/p>\n

Wong Kei<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n

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Wong Kei restaurant. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cOnce famous for its impersonal level of service, Wong Kei has been a Chinatown favourite over the years for locals and visitors alike,\u201d says Wong Kei’s official website. Wong Kei tempts customers with Cantonese food options like Stuffed Bean Curd, Roast Duck, Char Siu (barbecued pork) and offers plenty of sweet-and-sour dishes as well.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Beer + Burger<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Beer + Burger. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

\u201cWe\u2019re home to one of the biggest and best craft beer ranges in London,\u201d claims Beer + Burger. This restaurant is a family-owned business that has over a hundred beers to pick from, both in cans and on tap. If you love inexpensive, good quality burgers that make you full, visit Beer + Burger ASAP!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Treatz<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Treatz. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The London Treatz franchise is a perfect addition to the list of places to indulge, as hand-crafted, various kinds of delicious desserts await.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Good Egg<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The Good Egg. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Good Egg brings flavours of the Middle East, as its co-founders revived the tastes that they used to enjoy while growing up. The dishes consist of Tel Aviv, North America and even Brick Lane flavours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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McDonald\u2019s<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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McDonald’s. Photo by Daniele Kieraite<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Probably everyone at least once in their lives had their meal from classic McDonald\u2019s. Whether that was back in the good old childhood days, or coming there as an adult, no matter where we are from, we all know how McDonald\u2019s tastes like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Address<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Despite breaking the sales records, Deliveroo is not the top food delivery choice among our interviewees, which shows that statistics don’t always apply to some people.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Words: Daniele Kieraite | Subbing: Peter Trythall<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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