Alex Orellana for Instacart

Stories by Alex Orellana for Instacart

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

The macro moment: How protein and fiber are taking over America’s shopping carts

Sep 1, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

What's really in America's lunchboxes, according to Instacart data

Aug 3, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

Pint-sized obsessions: America's favorite ice cream flavors and brands, according to Instacart data

Jul 13, 2026

ShoppingShopping

Stars, stripes and shopping carts: What Americans buy for the Fourth of July

Jun 25, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

Sweet corn, stone fruit and strong opinions: What Instacart orders reveal about America's summer produce season

Jun 16, 2026

Parenting & FamilyParenting & Family

From bouquets to filet mignon: What Instacart orders reveal about the best Mother's Day gifts

Apr 29, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

Good vibes, tequila, and sore feet: What Instacart orders reveal about music festivals in the Coachella Valley

Apr 6, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

Bunny baskets and Seder staples: America’s Easter and Passover trends

Mar 26, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

America’s frozen pizza trends, according to Instacart data

Mar 10, 2026

ShoppingShopping

Valentine's Day gifting trends, according to Instacart data

Feb 9, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

Spicy insights for National Hot Sauce Day from Instacart data

Jan 15, 2026

Food & DrinkFood & Drink

The most popular grocery items for Christmas, according to Instacart

Dec 10, 2025