You’ve heard about them, but do you know them?
We’re talking about the millennials, a generation that is well-educated, tech-savvy and more mobile than any generation before them.
This crowd already forms a substantial portion of opinion-makers and shakers in the market, and has been the one to start several of the more recent food trends in recent years. One example of this is the explosion in popularity of fruit yoghurt specialist llaollao.
In Southeast Asia alone, there are over 130 million millennials – a quarter of the entire population. An interesting point to note is that these millennials are more willing to spend on luxuries and dining than other generations of customers. If they like you, they’ll form a bond with you, patronise your restaurant and tell their friends about you.
To capture their attention, you’ll have to get to know them and play to their preferences.
Millennials are attracted to more than just taste and smell; they’re attracted to your brand and restaurant, and also appreciate the overall dining experience.