Kellogg's CEO Suggests Eating Cereal for Dinner Amidst Rising Food Prices

SOURCE www.cnn.com
Kellogg's CEO suggests consumers eat cereal for dinner as a more affordable option amidst rising food prices, sparking backlash on social media.

Key Points

  • Consumers are spending a higher portion of their income on food than in the last 30 years.
  • Prices for groceries and restaurants have significantly increased since the start of the pandemic.
  • Kellogg's CEO's suggestion has led to backlash on social media.

Pros

  • Kellogg's CEO provides a potentially more affordable option for cash-strapped consumers.
  • Cereal has historically been an affordable food choice for families.

Cons

  • Consumers find the suggestion of eating cereal for dinner insensitive and tone-deaf.
  • Backlash on social media highlights frustration over rising food prices.