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Realistic Gamer Confections

The Space Core Cake is for the Sci-Fi-Loving Geek

— July 26, 2011 — Lifestyle
At first glance, the Space Core Cake actually looks like some kind of futuristic device or even a sci-fi kitchen appliance, yet it is actually edible. If you don't believe, there is photographic proof of it being cut and served. A stunning dessert replica of the space core from the video game Portal 2, this cake will surely get the geeky gamer party started.

Created by Mike’s Amazing Cakes, Space Core Cake is such a realistic masterpiece, I would feel guilty eating it. From its perfect, circular shape to the glowing "eye," I would truly believe that I was chomping down on metal and circuit boards rather than vanilla cake and what appears to be strawberry icing.
Trend Themes
1. Edible Art - The trend of realistic and visually stunning edible creations opens up opportunities for artists and bakers to showcase their skills in creating food that looks like other objects or materials.
2. Geek-themed Cakes - The popularity of cakes that pay homage to video games and geek culture presents a lucrative market for bakers and confectioners to create customized desserts that cater to specific fandoms.
3. Innovative Cake Designs - The creation of cakes that mimic objects or devices not traditionally associated with food demonstrates the potential for novel and creative cake designs that challenge traditional notions of what a cake can be.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - The bakery industry can tap into the trend of realistic gamer confections by offering customized cakes that cater to specific video game or geek-themed events, attracting a niche market of enthusiastic customers.
2. Event Planning - Event planning companies can incorporate geek-themed cakes as a unique element in their event designs, providing a memorable and personalized experience for clients hosting video game or geek culture events.
3. Food Artistry - The trend of creating realistic and visually stunning edible art opens up opportunities for food artists to showcase their skills in creating intricate and visually captivating desserts that blur the line between art and food.
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