Once you leave home to attend college or university, you can say goodbye to home-cooked meals and hello to mac 'n' cheese or instant noodles every single night. GW Bites is a company founded by Cristina Roman of George Washington University in the hopes of changing the way students eat.
GW Bites is a food delivery service for students at George Washington University that delivers healthier, home-style food, with every meal handmade by a GW student. Subscribers of GW Bites receive a weekly menu, and they can choose to "opt in" to a meal or not. Every meal costs about $11 and comprises of an entree, a main course and a dessert.
If you're a semi-starving George Washington University student who hasn't had a home-cooked meal in awhile, GW Bites provides a tasty and affordable solution. Here's hoping this concept appears in other schools across North America.
Student Dining Deliveries
GW Bites Delivers Home-Cooked Meals to Starving Students
Trend Themes
1. Home-style Food Delivery - The trend of delivering healthier, home-style food to students offers an opportunity to disrupt traditional dining options on college campuses.
2. Student Meal Subscription - The trend of student meal subscriptions allows for personalized and convenient dining experiences, presenting an opportunity to revolutionize campus dining services.
3. Meal Options for Starving Students - The trend of providing affordable and nutritious meal options to hungry students addresses a pressing need and opens doors for disruptive innovation in the food industry.
Industry Implications
1. Higher Education - The higher education industry can explore partnerships with food delivery services to enhance student satisfaction and well-being while promoting a sense of community on campuses.
2. Food Delivery - The food delivery industry can tap into the student market by offering specialized meal plans and personalized dining experiences catering to the unique needs and preferences of students.
3. Subscription Services - The subscription services industry can expand its offerings to include student-centric meal plans, providing a reliable and convenient source of nutrition for college students.