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Food, Loved Ones top comforts during pandemic

By Wes Styles Feb 19, 2021 | 11:48 AM

The past year has been rough on just about every one. Because of that the ‘simple things’ in life have really taken focus for many Americans, according to a new survey. 88% of those polled have a new appreciation for those simpler things.

What are those simpler things? Comfort foods topped the list (56%). That was followed by quality time with loved ones (45%), a good laugh (44%), a vacation (44%), and favorite movie or TV show (42%).

The top comfort foods were ice cream, cheese, and cookies. Cheese was dubbed the ultimate comfort food by two-thirds in the survey. It was also the go-to ingredient for dishes, macaroni & cheese (36%) and grilled cheese (35%).

TOP 10 SIMPLE THINGS IN LIFE

  • Comfort food                           56%
  • Quality time with loved ones  45%
  • A good laugh                          44%
  • A vacation                              44%
  • Favorite movie/TV show        42%
  • A walk outdoors                      42%
  • A good book                           41%
  • Quiet time                               40%
  • Time alone                              39%
  • A massage                              39%