Culinary arts has always been as visually appealing as the art of fashion, but these fruit and vegetable papers, created for 'de culinaire werkplaats' has brought this to a new level.
Co-owners of de culinaire werkplaats, textile designer Marjolein Wintjes and chef Eric Meuring, have joined together to create an intriguing collaboration of food and fashion.
At their Dutch concept restaurant, all their specialty papers are made in-house through a process of flattening juices of blended plants in a dehydrator. In addition to featuring these edible papers as part of their five-course meals, these papers can be used for a variety of purposes. The exquisite art work around the restaurant is also made from edible papers.
For fashionistas, food-fanatics and eco-advocates all around, this is truly an inspiration. With de culinaire werkplaat, Wintjes and Meuring has effectively promoted sustainable fashion through showcasing elegant edible-fashions, including clothing as accessories in addition to the artistic work in their restaurant.
No doubt, a new era in food-fashion concepts.
Fresh Edible Textiles
Fruit and Vegetable Papers from 'de culinaire werkplaats' Restaurant
Trend Themes
1. Edible Fashion - The trend of incorporating edible materials into fashion items as an innovative way to merge artistic expression and cuisine.
2. Sustainable Art - The trend of utilizing food waste and other sustainable materials to create visually appealing art pieces that also serve a purpose in the culinary world, promoting sustainability and minimal waste.
3. In-house Specialties - The trend of in-house production for unique and specialty food items, allowing for greater control over quality, customization, and the opportunity to innovate new products.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage Industry - With the rise of trends such as edible fashion and sustainable art, the food and beverage industry has the opportunity to innovate new food products, such as edible papers, that can be used in both culinary and artistic settings.
2. Fashion Industry - The fashion industry can explore the trend of incorporating sustainable and edible materials into their designs, promoting eco-consciousness and artistic expression in new and innovative ways.
3. Artistic Cuisine Industry - The artistic cuisine industry has the opportunity to innovate new food presentation methods, such as using edible papers and other sustainable materials, to create visually appealing dishes that also promote minimal waste and ethical consumption.