Online food delivery services have undoubtedly simplified our lives, offering convenience and efficiency. Platforms like Swiggy and Zomato provide access to a vast array of dining options, from top-rated restaurants to local favorites.
As the popularity of online food orders has surged, it’s become increasingly common for customers to use these services for special occasions, including engagement and wedding ceremonies. Recently, a couple made headlines by choosing to order their engagement feast through Swiggy instead of traditional catering.
A New Trend in Engagement Ceremonies
In traditional Indian weddings, food is usually prepared by professional caterers or by specialized chefs known as halwais. However, a recent trend has seen people opting for online food delivery services for such celebrations.
An X user shared a photo from an engagement party where a Swiggy delivery partner was seen arranging food parcels inside a tent. The image quickly went viral, with the user, Susmita, commenting, “They ordered food online for an engagement ceremony?? Bhai I have seen everything.”
They ordered food online for an engagement ceremony?? Bhai I have seen everything 😭😭 pic.twitter.com/v4szxFg4pM
— Susmita (@shhuushhh_) August 4, 2024
The post generated a flurry of memes and humorous comments from netizens, who had a field day with the unconventional choice of catering.
Swiggy’s Response
Swiggy took notice of the viral post and joined in the fun. They responded with a playful tweet:
“No one has used our Crazy Deals better than these guys, shaadi ka khana bhi humse mangwa lena.” (Let us handle your wedding feast too.)
no one has used our Crazy Deals better than these guys 😭😭 shaadi ka khana bhi humse mangwa lena 🥰 https://t.co/XIo2z2TnYX
— Swiggy Food (@Swiggy) August 4, 2024
The viral photo sparked a meme frenzy and led to various reactions from the public. While many found the situation amusing, some expressed concern over the role of traditional catering services.
caterers be like : pic.twitter.com/68QwyFpBB3
— फर्जी (@dhadse1) August 4, 2024
Caterers company owner : pic.twitter.com/18s3md5fnn
— Raja Babu (@GaurangBhardwa1) August 4, 2024
Trust me inhone barat ke liye ghoda nhi uber se texi book karvayi hogi😭👍🏻
— Peaky Balvinder (@peaky_balvinder) August 4, 2024
Halwayi after seeing this pic.twitter.com/aKV3VSkn5V
— Sajcasm (@sajcasm_) August 4, 2024
Every halwai after watching this pic.twitter.com/77UbdIuPAt
— Trisha (@Sochtee_hai) August 4, 2024
Caterers after seeing this pic.twitter.com/PKFzuD3qLW
— विक्रम 𝘬ꪊꪑꪖ𝘳 🐦🪅 (@printf_meme) August 4, 2024
Caterers be like pic.twitter.com/MsdcnGHLvd
— theboysthing_ (@Theboysthing) August 4, 2024
Caterers be like: pic.twitter.com/mOkIk5woOk
— Sindhi Chhokro (@Piyush_seerwani) August 4, 2024
This is insult to the guests!
— Bhavan | Protein Minister of India (@BhavanChand) August 4, 2024
Caterers company after seeing this 🥲 pic.twitter.com/SB7kArEVVf
— Dank jetha (@Dank_jetha) August 4, 2024
What are your thoughts on this new trend? Do you think it’s a viable alternative to traditional catering? Share your opinions in the comments.
