Oklahoman grand-dads were often handed a lunch pail to take with them to the fields. That was in the days when the woman of the house cooked two hot meals each day. All the members of the family were present for breakfast and dinner. Times change and eating habits change with them.
Things began to change when farmers discovered new crop growing methods and learned about “modern” ways of raising cattle; and then the oil boom came. Changes in daily routines and lifestyle led to a need for meal items that you could eat "on the run." Restaurant owners and food purveyors scurried to keep abreast of the changing demands. Fast food places began to appear in Oklahoma City and then on to the suburbs. They eventually spread throughout the entire state.
Somewhere along the line it almost became de rigueur to stop at a “to go” food shop and buy a breakfast item to eat on the way to work or after arriving on the job. Fast food places design their menus to attract the lunch crowd; unfortunately, many times, the cost of the meal is the first consideration with food quality second.
Homeland grocery stores in the greater Oklahoma City area now fulfill a niche market for “take home” ready-to-eat foods. The Homeland store on Danforth and Bryant in Edmond sets out a daily salad bar that has everything one needs for a delicious salad -- including toppings like sesame seeds, bacon bits, and croutons. They also have a pickle and olive bar that makes your mouth water just to look at it. You can also choose from freshly baked turkey breast, fried chicken, baby-back ribs, whole broasted chicken, and a vast assortment of delicatessen items. The store also features a cheese bar for those who prefer a wedge of cheese to compliment their meal.
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