American grocery chain Albertsons has teamed up with Pinterest to make mealtimes easier. As people look to simplify their day – from cooking to shopping to skincare – the collaboration will help them bridge the action-intention gap between pinned recipe ideas and meals on the table.

The pandemic has brought new elements into the food-health mix for Americans, with people having a particular focus on foods that boost the immune system. Canvas8 polled 1,020 Americans and spoke to eight individuals to get their views on what they want from their food.

Fast food chains Carl’s Jr. and Hardee’s have teamed up with Adult Swim to offer specialty toys in combo meals for cartoon fans. As adults lean into playful pursuits and get comfortable with kidulting to blow off some steam, brands can bring the fun to wherever they are.

The pandemic has shaken up work culture across the US. There’s an increased demand for flexibility as well as growing interest in both upskilling and development. Canvas8 spoke to eight Americans to learn more about what they expect from employers in a post-pandemic world.