Colorful, creative and fun are all words that spring to mind when you think about anime and manga, which is why they are both perfectly suitable inspirations for all bakers and pastry chefs out there.
A quick look through the gallery tells you that there are clearly some very different levels of skill in this area, as with all baking. The cake that looks like a kind of round alien, however, is the one that does it for me.
Manga Munchies
Cakes & Cupcakes With a Hint of Anime & Manga
Trend Themes
1. Anime-inspired Desserts - Opportunity to create colorful and creative desserts that draw inspiration from anime and manga.
2. Character-themed Cakes - Disruptive innovation opportunity to design cakes that resemble popular anime characters.
3. Creative Baking Skills - Opportunity for bakers and pastry chefs to showcase their creativity in designing unique and visually appealing desserts.
Industry Implications
1. Bakery - Bakeries can tap into the trend of anime-inspired desserts to attract a niche market of anime and manga enthusiasts.
2. Pastry - Pastry chefs can explore the opportunity of creating character-themed cakes that resonate with fans of anime and manga.
3. Confectionery - Confectionery companies can develop new products that incorporate anime and manga elements, appealing to a younger consumer base.