Besides an August of dining out on the government subsidy, takeaways are a mainstay of pandemic life. These comforting treats aren’t just a break from the dishes, but a way to spend locally without leaving the sofa. So how are delivered meals transforming taste and brand affiliation in the UK?

Driven by the need to distance themselves from others and adhere to stricter budgets, many Britons are changing the way they shop for groceries due to COVID-19. But while a growing number are ordering online and stockpiling during the crisis, which behaviours are likely to stick afterwards?

Lockdown saw people increasingly rely on home delivery, and as a result, retailers saw a surge in demand for subscriptions. As people continue to embrace convenience culture at home, the reliability of subscriptions is offering them a feeling of consistency while other aspects of life feel out of control.

Shuttered for months during lockdown, supermarkets, fast fashion outlets, and all manner of retailers across the UK are set to reopen in the summer. But are people ready to return to the high street? Canvas8 spoke to eight Britons to find out how they feel about shopping post-pandemic.