For many, every month seems to be the start and end of a year, as locals adjust to the “new normal”.

In January, it was about a ‘new year, new me’ and choosing to ignore those 2020 memes, the start of the nationwide lockdown was the beginning of new lifestyle choices by Kenyans, according to data by Uber Eats. 

Self-isolated Savourness 

While the most ordered healthy meal is a toss-up between the delicious yellow bean, decadent coconut of the always welcomed chapati, Uber Eats reports that healthy orders overall spiked at an 82% increase since the beginning of April as compared to the first week of the year.

With many still wary about the restrictions on gyms and those home workouts that continue to buffer, maintaining a robust lifestyle has become increasingly difficult. 

“Kenyans love good food, especially meals that are healthy, vibrant in colour and taste delicious.Since the outbreak of the pandemic, there has been a steep increase in food orders that is fresh, organic and health-conscious, proving that locals are making generous steps towards achieving healthier lifestyles,” says Nadeem Anjarwella, General Manager of Uber Eats in Kenya. 

Favourite Foods Ordered 

Uber Eats reports that the keyword ‘healthy’ grew by a massive 227% from customer searches further solidifying the trend towards living leaner and greener. Vegetable Dim Sum and spring rolls were among the most popular snacks ordered while the immunity booster smoothies were a fan favourite drink, proving that every meal and beverage was given a healthy overhaul by locals. 

“Uber Eats in Kenya is all about celebrating our local tastes and heritage in the food we enjoy together as a country. We are always working to increase our options and bring the food people want, when they want it, in a convenient, contactless and affordable manner.”, concludes Anjarwella.