A large portion of the most popular September 2014 business ideas revolves around food. Whether it's an app, an experiential dining experience or a culinary-focused subscription service, businesses are profiting from flavor.
For those consumers with a sweet tooth and a smartphone, the Ice Cream Van Tracker app might just become their favorite new download on their phone. The app tracks 19 ice cream trucks and provides users with exact locations in case they can't wait another minute for a cone.
Businesses are seeing huge potential in casual dining settings to serve consumers beyond just food. The sitcom-celebrating cafes and the 3D-printing cafes show how an everyday experience can be elevated and transformed into something much more exciting and memorable.
For more examples of the top September 2014 business ideas, visit Trend Hunter's Business Trend Report.
Top 50 Business Ideas in September
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Can Currency Campaigns
McDonald's Stockholm Lets Youth Trade in Bags of Recycled Cans For Burgers
49
Cold-Press Juice Bars
The 'Off the Vine' Juice Bar Will Offer Nutritious Cold-Pressed Juices
48
Bespoke Bag Platforms
The Kate Spade Saturday Website Lets Users Design Their Own Weekender Bag
47
Ideal Career Charts
This Infographic Explores Career and Personality Type Based on MTBI Results
46
Cardboard-Tubed Retail Stores
Brooks + Scarpa Design the Interior of Aesop Shop
45
Poor Worker Personalities
This Infographic Describes the Types of Employees You Should Fire
44
3D Printing Cafes
The MakersCafe Coffee Shop Design Offers Customers a 3D Dining Experience
43
Food-Inspired Fashion Shops
Anya Hindmarch's Fashion Pop Up Presents Luxury Goods Like Groceries
42
Makeup Trial Apps
LX Studio's Virtual Makeover Studio Lets You Experiment with Real Products
41
Sarcastic Apparel Projects
A Kickstarter Project that Promises Lousy Shirt Rewards
40
Comfort-Improving Office Tips
This Workplace Ergonomics Infographic Describe Preventative Measures
39
Discontented Worker-Detecting Infographics
These Red Flags Help Identify Unhappy Employees
38
Hybrid E-Commerce Shops
Sneakerboy Melbourne's Online Physical Store Has You Try, Then Buy Via Web
37
Shuttle Bus Workouts
The Mobile Gym Brings the Workout to You
36
Bespoke Dress Design Platforms
Rose Athena's Custom Dress Creations Turn Consumers into Designers
35
Evolving Eateries
This Pop Up Dining Service is in a Different Place Every Night With a New Menu
34
Sitcom-Celebrating Cafes
The Real Life Central Perk Pop-Up Shop Commemorates 2 Decades of Friends
33
Virtual Reality Sneaker Apps
Lacoste's LCST App Shows Off Its New Line with Augmented Reality
32
National Burger Battles
'La Burger Week' is a Quest to Find the Best Burger in Canada
31
Secret Streaming Infographics
Workplace Confidential Explores Americans Watching Videos at Work
30
Heavenly Shoe Shops
Harrods' New Shoe Department Has Been Dubbed 'Shoe Heaven'
29
Freelance Personality Infographics
This Chart Displays Traits of Self-Employed Workers in the UK
28
Pop Culture Book Covers
Penguin Mashes Classic Novels with Celebrity, Gamer and Media Imagery
27
Shop-the-Runway Services
Luevo Lets You Pre-Order the Latest Fashions & Support Emerging Designers
26
Ice Cream Tracker Apps
O2 Turns an Ice Cream Truck Business Hi-Tech with a Mobile App & More
25
Consolidated Loyalty Apps
Stamp Me's Loyalty Reward App Replaces Multiple Paper Stamp Cards
24
Braille Clothing Tags
Rip Curl's Braille Clothing Tags Communicate Colors to the Visually Impaired
23
Female Taxi Services
The SheRides Service Allows You to Choose a Lady Driver
22
Timeline Reward Apps
Costa Coffee Club Members Can Now Redeem Points with an App
21
Jingle-Composition Competitions
Russia's Aeroflot Airline is Seeking an English Language Jingle
20
Digital Currency ATMs
The Bitcoin ATM Machines Offers Consumers an Alternative Currency Format
19
Augmented Reality Reward Services
Dippin' Dots Loyalty Program Designs Ice Cream for the Future
18
On-Demand Bouncers
The Bannerman App Provides You With Last Minute Private Security Service
17
Bottomless Pasta Passes
Olive Garden's All You Can Eat Pasta Pass Will Feed You Through the Fall
16
Patio Sunshine Reflectors
The Corona Sun Beam Brings Unlimited Sun to Patio Drinking Experiences
15
Culinary Children Subscriptions
Foodstirs Subscription Services is a Great Way to Get Kids Cooking
14
Impulse Shopping Apps
Spring is an App for Shopping New Arrivals from Brands Instantly
13
Gangster Granny Ads
Kmart's 'Pay in Store' Commercial Shows How to Shop Like a Boss
12
Viewer-Engaging Loyalty Programs
The Fox Rewards Service Helps You Get Free Movie Tickets
11
Entertainment-Rewarding Programs
L.A. Live Downtown Preferred Loyalty Program Rewards Fun Times
10
Backup Charger Subscriptions
Doblet Hopes to Place Portable Battery Packs in Popular Restaurants
9
Pretzel Point Apps
Auntie Ann's Pretzel Perks Mobile Loyalty App Puts Points Towards Tasty Rewards
8
Executive Schedule Surveys
This Infographic Shows the Average Daily Routine of Influential Leaders
7
Loyalty Program Coordinators
RewardsNOW Helps Brands Develop and Execute Sophisticated Strategies
6
Shoppable Video Campaigns
Elle Canada's Shop Your Mood Campaign Makes It Easy to Buy from the Bay
5
Comprehensive Loyalty Programs
The Verizon Smart Rewards Program Offers Discounts on Everything
4
Wine-Focused Funding Platforms
Fundovino is a Crowdfunding Site Dedicated Solely to Wine Projects
3
Fashionable Passport Promotions
Nine West's Passport to Fashion Loyalty Program is Great for Deals
2
Social Media Makeup Rewards
The Lancôme Elite Rewards Service Gives Consumers Luxury Discounts
1
Phone-Sized Shopping Ads
Tesco's Mobile App Ad Presents Its App as the Tiniest Store Ever
Related Ideas
Personalized Scent Subscriptions
Scent Trunk's Fragrance Subscription Will Find Your Perfect Scent
Mysterious Crowdfunding Campaigns
Jordan Bishop's Product Launch on Crowdtilt is for the Unknown
Sleek Tourist Cabins
The Rabot Tourist Cabin Shelters Hikers in the Mountains
Poor Worker Personalities
This Infographic Describes the Types of Employees You Should Fire
Food-Inspired Fashion Shops
Anya Hindmarch's Fashion Pop Up Presents Luxury Goods Like Groceries
Bespoke Designer Footwear
Stuart Weitzman's SWxYOU Series Can Now Be Made into Custom Heels
Men-Only Shopping Services
Selfridges' Personal Shopping Service Caters Specifically to Men
Shopping Survey Tablets
Co-operative Food's Smart Shopping Cart Asks Customers for Feedback
Flexible Factory Workspaces
Dash Marshall Creates an Alternative Work Environment
Comfort-Improving Office Tips
This Workplace Ergonomics Infographic Describe Preventative Measures
Apothecary-Inspired Juice Shops
This Chemistry-Channeling Raw Juice Bar Blends Science & Healing
Powerful Persuasion Guides
This Influential Infographic Defines the Principles of Persuasion
Hybrid E-Commerce Shops
Sneakerboy Melbourne's Online Physical Store Has You Try, Then Buy Via Web
Multipurpose Coffee Shops
The Easy Tiger Goods Store Sells Everything From Coffee to Shoes
Food Scrap Dining
The Salvage Supperclub Initiative Serves Food From Dumpsters in a 6 Course Meal
Organic Juice Bars
Juice Served Here is More Than Your Average Juice Company
Theatrical Food Shops
Spring Street Grocer Sells Specialty Food Items With Dramatic Flair
Bespoke Dress Design Platforms
Rose Athena's Custom Dress Creations Turn Consumers into Designers
Multi-Purpose Social Cafes
Giraffe Perth Offers, Food, Gifts and Art, All for a Cause
Sitcom-Celebrating Cafes
The Real Life Central Perk Pop-Up Shop Commemorates 2 Decades of Friends
Scientific Juice Packaging
The Liquidology Cold Press Juicing Bar has a Lab-Themed Aesthetic
Olive-Centric Shops
Toronto's Emporium is an Olive Oil Shop Stocked with Everything Olive
Robotic Security Guards
Roambotics Jr. Patrols Around the House Autonomously for Protection
Scrap Wood Coffee Shops
A21Studio Makes a Store from Recycled Wood
Social Shopping Apps
The Fun Feature on Alibaba's Tmall App Tags Visible Brands in Photos
Freelance Personality Infographics
This Chart Displays Traits of Self-Employed Workers in the UK
Horrible Bosses Infographics
This Bad Boss Traits Infographic Shows the 12 Worst Characteristics
Embroidered Disney Purses
Olympia Le-Tan Creates Fairy Tale Clutches Every Girl Will Want
Dreamy Fragrance Pop-Ups
The Dream Room by Marc Jacob Captures Dreams in Digital Time Capsules
Office Mood-Improving Tips
This Joyful Infographic Explains How to Achieve Happiness at Work
Work Productivity Infographics
Data Indicates Working Longer Hours Does Not Mean More Productivity
Timber Canopied Train Stations
Kengo Kuma Presents Plans for the Takaosanguchi Station
Steel Bar-Clad Cafes
Penda Designs a Forward-Thinking Cafe in Beijing
Job-Picking Infographics
These Informative Illustrations From JobCluster Cover Choosing a Career
Shipping Container Workspaces
Village Underground Lisboa Includes Shipping Containers for Rent
Bottle Deposit Train Tickets
Plastic Recycling Could Get You a Free Transit Pass in Beijing
On-Demand Delivery Apps
The Jinn App Allows You To Have Anything You Want Delivered in One Hour
Shop-the-Runway Services
Luevo Lets You Pre-Order the Latest Fashions & Support Emerging Designers
Cultural Fit Apps
Good.co Provides Personality Quizzes to Determine Where You Should Work
Comfort Food Burgers
Dudefoods' Towering Pig Mac is Loaded with Macaroni, Bacon and Pork
Consolidated Loyalty Apps
Stamp Me's Loyalty Reward App Replaces Multiple Paper Stamp Cards
Crowdfunding Mobile Apps
The Indiegogo App Helps the Social Platform Expand Its Reach
Pet Treadmills
The PetZen DogTread Dog Treadmill Helps Animals Stay in Shape
Contemporary Barn Abodes
Kiko Salomao Architecture Firm Builds a Country Home in Brazil
Cross-Cultural Hipster Boutiques
No Wodka Pop-Up Shop Celebrates the Best in Polish Design Talent
Shoppable Advertisement Apps
Target's In a Snap Smart Shopping App Lets You Shop Print Ads
Unhealthy Office Infographics
The Washington Illustrates Moving Towards a Healthy Work Environment
Hi-Tech Workout Gear
Athos is a Line that Senses the Activity Inside of Muscle Fibers
Tropical Underwear Subscriptions
The MeUndies Summer Subscription Delivers Undies to Your Door
Augmented Reality Reward Services
Dippin' Dots Loyalty Program Designs Ice Cream for the Future
Cheeseburger Rice Balls
This Japanese Onigiri Rice Ball Contains the Contents of a Burger
Book-Based Online Communities
LitRate is a Social Network for the Book Lover and Favorite Reads
Modular Beanbag Loungers
The Sumo Omni Reloaded Chair is Lightweight and Fully Adjustable
Multifunctional Summer Coolers
Coolest is a High Tech Cooler That Integrates a Blender & Speakers
Boxing Beer Bottle Packaging
The Golden Boy Boxer Beer Bottles by Corona are Limited-Edition
Community-Oriented Social Networks
Neighbourly Connects Projects, Charities and Engagement
Projected Facade Architecture
The Caixaforum by Carme Pinos Boasts a Visually Vivid Design
Epic Fast Food Masks
This Cheeseburger Mask Will Instantly Transform You into a Fast Food Delight
Illusive Courtyard Cafes
The L'Espoir Blanc is Arranged Around a Courtyard
Classy Ice Bucket Videos
JW Marriott's ALS Awareness Video Features Brings Class to the Campaign
Condensed Retail Shops
TargetExpress Retail Shops Are Super Small Versions of Its Locations
Fictitious Wizard Book Covers
This Funny Harry Potter Artwork Series Hones in on Adulthood
Open Facade Workspaces
The New Office for 'MediaXplain' Has Unobstructed Views
Viewer-Engaging Loyalty Programs
The Fox Rewards Service Helps You Get Free Movie Tickets
Digitized Gift Card Apps
The Amazon Wallet App Lets You Digitally Store Loyalty and Gift Cards
Hipster Mancave Salons
Musk and Moss by Studio Jakob Gomez Embraces a Rugged Design Style
Shoppable Denim Videos
The Live in Levi's Project Lets You Shop for Real People's Denim Looks
Magically Refreshed Book Covers
Bloomsbury Released New Harry Potter Covers For the Books
Entertainment-Rewarding Programs
L.A. Live Downtown Preferred Loyalty Program Rewards Fun Times
Pretzel Point Apps
Auntie Ann's Pretzel Perks Mobile Loyalty App Puts Points Towards Tasty Rewards
Minimalist Animated Movie Posters
Harry Potter Gets a Modern Makeover from Jessica Martinez
Poetry-Infused Restaurants
The Atelier Crenn Restaurant Blends Poetry and Culinary Excellence
Cable-Free Emergency Chargers
This Handy Wireless Smartphone Battery Fits Onto Your Keychain
Cereal Notebook Covers
These Fun Notebooks are Designed to Look Like Popular Cereal Boxes
Loyalty Program Coordinators
RewardsNOW Helps Brands Develop and Execute Sophisticated Strategies
Comprehensive Loyalty Programs
The Verizon Smart Rewards Program Offers Discounts on Everything
Real-Time Beauty Apps
Modiface's Beauty Mirror App Enhances Features in Real-Time with AR
Fashionable Passport Promotions
Nine West's Passport to Fashion Loyalty Program is Great for Deals
Social Media Makeup Rewards
The Lancôme Elite Rewards Service Gives Consumers Luxury Discounts
On-Demand Beauty Apps
The PRIV App Provides Cosmetic & Wellness On-Demand Beauty Services
Romance-Inducing Cafes
Match.com's Dating Event for Singles Has an Aphrodisiac-Inspired Menu
Petite Gabled-Roof Architecture
The 'Update' Project Explores the Idea of Regeneration
Dedicated Politician TV Channels
The Sarah Palin Channel Gives Viewers Access to All Things Palin
Crowdsourced Bill Payment Websites
The 'Turn On Detroit's Water' Campaign Helps Settle Water Bills
Bespoke Stationary Supplies
This Second Skin Pencil Case from Etsy is Hand-Crafted
Sandwich Preference Personalities
This Infographic Explains What Your Favorite Sandwich Says
3D-Printed Selfie Burgers
Hellmann's Food Selfies Used Mayo to 3D Print on Burgers
Angular-Formed Houses
The Knot House by Atelier Chang Takes on a Distinctive Shape
Human-Focused Architecture
OAXIS is a Project that Solves Sustainability Issues in the Desert
Shoppable Dress-Up Games
Covet's Fashion Game App Lets You Try on and Buy Designer Clothing
Patriotic Ingredient Burgers
The Spread Eagle Burger is Made from Traditional American Food Items
Vintage Cereal Clutches
Anya Hindmarch's Cereal Box Bags Make Breakfast Ultra Chic
Reformatted Gourmet Burgers
Mark Hayes and a Friend Turn a McDonald's Meal into Fine Fast Food
Freshness-Infused Juice Bars
The Juice Truck Shop Mimics the Organic Quality of its Drink Products
Couch Potato Reward Programs
The Viggle App Rewards You for Watching TV Shows
Retro Cafe Makeovers
This Tim Hortons Cafe Immerses Itself in Its 1964 Roots
Hypnotic Furniture Stunts
IKEA's Furniture Ad Spellbinds a Real Couple with Hypnosis
Funnel Cake Burgers
This Burger Cleverly Confines Carnival Desserts with Savory Fast Food
Sandstone-Inspired Architecture
The Southern Utah Museum of Art Has Natural Influences
Pitch Black Cafes
Tim Hortons' Dark Roast is Promoted in a Cafe That's All Black Inside & Out
Backup Battery Chargers
The Nomad Charging Cube Doubles Up as a Second Battery Pack
Stacked Meat Burgers
The Porknado Sandwich Comes with a Pork Sausage and a Beef Patty
Redeemable Theatre Rewards
The Magical Movie Rewards Loyalty Service Saves You Money at the Movies
Flat-Pack Work Stations
The Press Fit Standing Desk Can Be Assembled with No Tools
Story-Focused Dinner Parties
Jessica Lagman's Catering Event Allowed Creatives to Collaborate
Sitcom Scene Revivals
This Miniature Friends Reunion Took Place on Late Night with Jimmy Kimmel