Food distribution refers to the process in which catering companies or meal delivery services supply ingredients to businesses in need, such as schools, restaurants, and hotels. Typically, food distribution companies or individual entrepreneurs are responsible for purchasing a variety of ingredients, including vegetables, fruits, agricultural products, and even meats and frozen goods, from various suppliers. These ingredients are then transported to various locations, including units, schools, canteens, hotels, restaurants, and communities, providing a social and commercial service.

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