Food delivery services such as Goldbely and FoodyDirect have enabled Americans to get authentic, local specialities like Philly cheesesteaks or Hawaiian poke sent to any location in the US overnight. But with it being an expensive indulgence, what makes them worth splashing out on?

Amazon has partnered with French food retailer Casino to provide flexible options for shoppers, such as groceries on Amazon and lockers in Casino stores. These cater to people who cannot be at home to take deliveries, as well as those who prefer the convenience of home delivery.

Target is jumping on the wellness wagon with a health food range that boasts everything from avocado toast salads to beet hummus. Capitalizing on its position as one of America’s most trusted brands, Target is aiming to win the affections of health-conscious consumers.

Trial shoppers in San Jose, California can order their groceries through an app and have them delivered to their door by self-driving vehicle company AutoX. While many people have an inherent distrust of AI-powered passenger vehicles, could ‘last mile’ delivery be a logical application of this technology?