Food distribution refers to the process where catering companies or meal delivery services supply ingredients to enterprises in need, such as schools, restaurants, and hotels. Typically, food distribution companies or individuals are responsible for purchasing a variety of ingredients like vegetables, fruits, and agricultural products from various suppliers, even including meats and frozen goods. These ingredients are then transported by vehicles to destinations such as units, schools, canteens, hotels, restaurants, and communities, representing a form of social and commercial service.

Primarily, it's about meeting customer needs and promptly delivering the required ingredients to their hands. Particularly, the catering distribution model has brought immense convenience to the majority of canteens, eliminating the need for self-purchasing.