Cloud kitchens—also known as ghost kitchens—continue to pose an intriguing business opportunity for the food industry. This extends to bakery, with potential in direct-to-consumer delivery or click-and-collect for products like fresh breads, sweet goods, desserts, and more. Bakery companies—and other food companies seeking to enter this market—could also partner with retailers and/or foodservice companies to provide these services for their existing customer base.
According to a report released by Research and Markets in August, the global cloud kitchen market is projected to reach $139.4 billion by 2028, registering a CAGR of 12.4% from 2021 to 2028.