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Social dining is flourishing. By this I mean the act of sharing plates of food with companions, as opposed to eating individual meals. This is not a new concept and, despite a brief pause during COVID prescribed social distancing, this is still the way the hospitality industry is moving. This theme is noticeable in other spheres too: co-working spaces are on the rise, and there is generally an increased awareness of the importance of community engagement.<\/p>\n
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There\u2019s an increased awareness of the importance of community engagement. \u2013 Caitlin<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
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An obvious example is the proliferation of indoor-style markets, where the focus is on eating communally more than buying veggies and crafts from stallholders, which was the original purpose. Food halls such as the Time Out Market (which will soon be opening at the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town) are also becoming increasingly popular globally. The trend can be seen in event and wedding catering too, with abundantly laid long tables piled high with sharing dishes being the order of the day.<\/p>\n
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