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Time of India
03-07-2025
- Business
- Time of India
The world's fave office snack: Working late? It's pizza o'clock
If the recent Pentagon's Pizza Index banter is anything to go by, pizza is the culinary equivalent of a team huddle: no-fuss, no-cutlery, endlessly shareable when working hours spill over into extra time. Whether it's thin crust or deep dish, paneer tikka or pineapple, pizza brings people together – a peace offering wrapped in cheese. More than just food, it's a ritual: a break from screens, a debate over toppings, a moment of solidarity even when the project is in chaos or a conflict is unfolding on the screens, as in case of the Pentagon. So much so that TV shows often feature a scene that depicts pizza time at the office. The business of office pizza According to Data Intello, the global office lunch service market was valued at approximately $15.4 billion in 2023 and is projected to reach around $30.5 billion by 2032. Given the dominance of pizza in QSR (67%), and its popularity as lunch, it's reasonable to estimate pizza makes up 10-20% of office lunch spending. Euromonitor reports that of the $150-billion global pizza market in 2024, office lunch services accounted for $360-720 million. Food delivery apps also confirm that it's the most ordered office meal worldwide. United in diversity From Naples to Nairobi, the dish has evolved to match local tastes: In India, paneer tikka and tandoori chicken are now staples; in South Korea, you'll find sweet potato mousse and corn on top; in Brazil, green peas are standard, and in the US, debates still rage over pineapple. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo In cultures where solo eating is the norm at work – in many Southeast Asian countries, like Japan, for instance – quick small bites work better than a whole pizza. These include bowl meals – poke bowls and bibimbap – sandwiches and wraps (or the kathi rolls in India) and pasta and noodles, and a host of healthier options (including vegan and fruit bowls). When it comes to group meals, though, pizza remains a global hit – easy to share, customisable, and re-heatable. In India, most pizzas are orde-red during the evening hours, particularly between 7pm and 11pm. This period aligns with dinner time and overtime, according to Pizza: A staple on TV Hugely popular sitcoms revolving around the workplace have often featured pizza in office settings, using the dish as a symbol of bonding, chaos, comfort, or even bribery. The Office : Pizza is practically a recurring character in the popular sitcom. In the Launch Party episode of Season 4, Michael orders a ridiculous amount of pizza from Alfredo's Pizza Café — mistaking it for Pizza by Alfredo – a rival pizzeria hated by everyone. Brooklyn Nine-Nine : Pizza is a part of stakeouts, celebrations and late-night paperwork in many episodes of this police sitcom. 30 Rock : Liz Lemon (Tina Fey) is powered by pizza in this popular sitcom; she's seen eating cold office pizza for breakfast, hoarding slices during late writing nights, and even stealing pizza from the intern.
New York Post
16-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Cher's son Elijah Blue Allman's estranged wife breaks silence after his overdose
Marieangela King, the estranged wife of Cher's 48-year-old son Elijah Blue Allman, has broken her silence following his reported overdose over the weekend. TMZ reported on Sunday that Elijah was rushed to the hospital after overdosing in Joshua Tree, Calif. one day earlier. The outlet didn't confirm what drugs Elijah was using but said he was 'lucky to have survived.' King, who filed for divorce from Elijah in April, released a statement to People on Sunday addressing his reported overdose. Advertisement 10 Elijah Blue Allman and Marieangela King. Marieangela King /Instagram 10 Elijah Blue Allman, Marieangela King at an event in Los Angeles in Feb. 2024. ASSOCIATED PRESS 'While it is true that Elijah has faced personal challenges in the past, one constant has been his unwavering commitment to sobriety and his loyalty to those he loves,' said King. Advertisement 'Like many, he continues to confront his inner struggles — but it is important to recognize that he does so from a place of strength, not defeat,' she continued about the musician. 'Despite the assumptions that often color how his journey is portrayed, the reality is that Elijah remains grounded, focused and deeply committed to living with integrity and purpose.' 10 Marieangela King and Elijah Blue Allman in a selfie. marieangelaking/Instagram King added, 'I want to state, without hesitation, that I will always root for him. My support is steadfast and comes from a place of deep respect for the person he is and the resilience he continues to show.' Elijah and King were married for 11 years before she filed for divorce. She cited irreconcilable differences in the court documents and listed their date of separation as March 31, 2025. Advertisement 10 Marienangela King in a selfie. marieangelaking/Instagram King also requested $6K per month in temporary spousal support, per the documents, and the family vehicle: a 2017 Toyota Prius. 'We had a beautiful 13-year journey, filled with memories I'll always cherish,' she told People in a statement after her divorce filing. 'I know we'll remain friends, and Elijah will always hold a special place in my heart.' 10 Marieangela King and Elijah Blue Allman attend Alphabet Soup For Grown-Ups Book Launch Party in Nov. 2013. WireImage Advertisement The split occurred after Cher, 79, filed for conservatorship over Elijah in 2023 and claimed he could not 'substantially manage his own financial resources' because of 'severe mental health and substance abuse issues.' 10 Cher and her son Elijah Blue Allman in 1980. Getty Images The 'Believe' singer also claimed that King was a bad influence on her son and actively worked against her efforts to get him help. King, for her part, accused Cher of hiring four men to kidnap Elijah to send him to a rehab facility, which Cher denied. 10 Marieangela King and Cher. Marieangela King /Instagram 10 Elijah Blue Allman with Marieangela King at the downtown Los Angeles courthouse in January 2024. The New York Post The Goddess of Pop later dismissed the conservatorship case in September 2024. Elijah, whose father was the late Southern rockstar Gregg Allman, has dealt with substance issues since childhood. Advertisement 10 Cher and her son Elijah at the 'Stuck on You' New York premiere in 2003. WireImage 10 Elijah Blue Allman seen outside Chateau Marmont in Los Angeles in April 2025. MHD/Avalon In 2014, he told Entertainment Tonight that he started using drugs at age 11. He also recalled having 'some close calls and some moments of really feeling at the edge of mortality.' Advertisement Cher has yet to speak out about Elijah's reported overdose. Sources told TMZ Sunday that the superstar is focused on her son's well-being and is 'doing everything she can to get him the help he needs.'
