Vegetarians looking to indulge themselves in the sweet, sweet taste of bacon are going to want to order a bag -- or ten -- of bacon croutons. ThinkGeek has somehow managed to create their very own brand of bacon croutons that are both delicious and made with no pork products whatsoever.
The Internet has a well-publicized love affair with bacon, and ThinkGeek primarily markets its items to Internet nerds. Thus, it should come as a shock to no one that they have managed to create bacon croutons. While most bacon products are simply ridiculous and designed for laughs (bacon candy canes), I could really see people going for these bacon croutons. Carnivores looking for a reasons to eat salad and vegetarians looking to taste meat are two of the primary groups that I think would be drawn to these bacon croutons.
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Bacon Croutons are Surprisingly Made Without Meat
Trend Themes
1. Bacon-flavored Vegetarian Products - Creating meat-flavored vegetarian alternatives opens up a new market and caters to vegetarians who miss the taste of meat.
2. Novelty Food Products - Creating unique and unexpected food items, like bacon croutons, can attract attention and generate buzz among food enthusiasts.
3. Catering to Niche Markets - Identifying specific groups with unique dietary preferences, such as carnivores interested in eating salads, can lead to targeted product offerings with untapped potential.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore opportunities for creating innovative vegetarian alternatives and novel food products to cater to changing consumer preferences.
2. E-commerce and Online Retail - Online retail platforms, especially those targeting niche markets like internet nerds, can capitalize on the popularity of novelty food items and bacon-flavored vegetarian products.
3. Health and Wellness - The health and wellness industry can benefit by offering healthier versions of bacon-flavored products, providing options for indulgence without compromising dietary choices.