Food takeaway experts are predicting a kebab shortage today as doner-mad fans flock to get their favourite takeaway meals.
As Northern Ireland enjoys the last bank holiday of the summer, the iconic takeout kebab is at the forefront of people’s minds, and Bank Holiday Monday is set to become Kebab Holiday Monday, with a huge upsurge in kebab sales on this day every year.
Doner kebabs are one of the most ordered takeaway foods on bank holiday Monday, according to data from food delivery experts Foodhub.
The takeaway food app and online takeaway delivery platform is predicting a nationwide shortage of kebabs as customer’s flock to fill their craving with the tasty takeaway treat.
Last year kebab sales doubled on bank holiday and, if that pattern is followed this year, many takeaway restaurants may run out of doner meat well before the day is over.
And kebabs aren’t the only popular takeaway food over the bank holiday. While Fish ‘n’ Chips orders is always a hugely popular option, it seems the traditional British dish has been taken over on Bank holiday Monday by the humble curry. Foodhub sales data reveals that alongside kebabs, Indian takeaways double in demand during bank holiday and makes up a staggering 14% of all overall orders placed.
However, it seems customers don’t have a sweet tooth when feasting on the national holiday, as dessert orders see a dip in demand as people favour savoury dishes as their bank holiday treat.
Pizza has become the nation’s favourite food when it isn’t a bank holiday, taking the top spot alongside fish & chips and fried chicken.
Wil Chung, Foodhub spokesperson, said Bank Holiday Monday is always a busy time for the takeaway sector, as people sit back and relax after a busy weekend.
“It’s interesting to see the sales figures and see what dishes our customers turn to on this national day. As summer is drawing to a close and the nights turn darker, it’s no surprise that people are choosing to indulge in a kebab – the original takeaway food,” he added.
Overall, orders through Foodhub increase by 28% during the bank holiday and customers spend 5.5% more – now that’s a bank holiday banquet!
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TOP 10 ITEMS ORDERED ON A BANK HOLIDAY
1. Doner Kebab
2. Pizza
3. Chicken wings
4. Fish & chips
5. Chicken burger
6. Sausage & chips
7. Chips
8. Chicken tikka masala
9. Battered sausage
10. Chilli chips