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Meatball Vending Machines

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Australian Lamb Meals' 'Flavour Station' Offers Several Prepared Meals

— November 1, 2016 — Lifestyle
The typical vending machine likely features a selection of candy, snacks, or soft drinks, but Australian Lamb Meals' 'Flavour Station' isn't the typical vending machine. Unveiled at Lambex 2016, the Flavour Station vends a selection of Australian Lamb Meals' ready-made meatball meals.

Beyond selling just sauced meatballs, the Flavour Station sells complete meals. There are four that the current prototype offers. These are: rice and a Massaman curry sauce, rice and a tamarind lime peppercorn sauce, couscous and a tagine sauce, and pasta with a Napolitano sauce. Each of the dishes feature Australian Lamb Meals' meatballs as the main protein.

Trials of the fully automated vending machine have been run in Frankfurt, Germany, as well as several towns in Belgium and Austria.
Trend Themes
1. Automated Vending Machines - Opportunity to develop vending machines that offer complete meals instead of just snacks and drinks.
2. Ready-made Meal Options - Opportunity to create a variety of ready-made meal options for vending machines that cater to different dietary preferences and restrictions.
3. Protein-based Vending - Opportunity to explore vending machines that focus on protein-based meals, catering to consumers looking for healthier options.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Opportunity for food and beverage companies to tap into the automated vending machine market and offer convenient meal options.
2. Technology - Opportunity for technology companies to develop innovative vending machine systems that can handle more complex food items and meal preparations.
3. Hospitality - Opportunity for hotels, airports, and other hospitality businesses to incorporate ready-made meal vending machines as convenient dining options for guests.
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