Japan's Oyaizu Seicha launched a range of seven gelato green tea ice cream cones using premium ingredients. One of the most popular treats from its range is the 'Classic Strong Matcha,' which boasts a brightly hued base of green tea gelato that is said to be slightly bittersweet.
For the summer, this best-selling gelato dessert is being upgraded with the addition of an authentic coating of edible gold leaf. Now, the 'Gold-leaf Matcha' is being offered as an extravagant, refreshing summertime treat for $8.
While gold leaf is often reserved for decorating cakes and other high-end desserts, it is now commonly used to add value to inexpensive items. Other examples of foods that have been enriched with gold leaf include both sweet and savory snacks like tacos, pizza and chocolate bars.
Gold Leaf Gelato Cones
Oyaizu Seicha Serves Green Tea Ice Cream Cones with Edible Gold Leaf
Trend Themes
1. Premium Ingredient Gelato Cones - The use of premium ingredients in gelato cones offers a luxurious and indulgent dessert experience.
2. Edible Gold Leaf Decorations - The use of edible gold leaf as a decoration brings a touch of extravagance and uniqueness to desserts and other foods.
3. Enriching Affordable Foods with Gold Leaf - The trend of adding gold leaf to inexpensive items enhances their perceived value, creating a more premium and luxurious appeal.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - The food and beverage industry can explore the use of premium ingredients and edible gold leaf to create innovative and high-end dessert offerings.
2. Hospitality and Catering - The hospitality and catering industry can leverage the trend of using edible gold leaf to enhance the appeal and presentation of desserts and other culinary creations.
3. Confectionery and Snacks - The confectionery and snacks industry can tap into the trend of enriching affordable foods with gold leaf, offering consumers a more luxurious snacking experience.