In an effort to reflect the diversity of his passions in his professional life, writer and restaurateur Sang Kim of Windup Bird Cafe created what he describes as a "literary platform in a restaurant setting." Trend Hunter recently chatted with the man behind Windup Bird Inc., which hosts a combination of culinary and literary events among other things.
Sang Kim explains a program the restaurant has where they alternate between a famous international novel and a Canadian one to base a five course menu on. They then bring the author in to talk about it. For children, they have the Kid-Chen Confidential cooking club where young people can teach each other about cooking healthy food.
So in addition to delicious, local, Asian cuisine, cultural and literary events are just as important.
Windup Bird Cafe
This Toronto-Based Restaurant Infuses Asian Cuisine with Literary Culture
Trend Themes
1. Literary Cuisine - Opportunity to create themed menus inspired by popular books, attracting book lovers and food enthusiasts alike.
2. Culinary Education for Children - Potential for cooking clubs or classes for kids to learn about healthy eating and cooking techniques in a fun and interactive way.
3. Multimedia Restaurant Experiences - Innovative concept of combining dining with literary events, opening doors for other industries to explore cross-genre experiences.
Industry Implications
1. Restaurants - Restaurants can incorporate literary themes into their menus and events, offering unique dining experiences to attract customers.
2. Publishing - Collaboration opportunities with restaurants to promote books through themed menus and events, attracting a wider audience.
3. Education - Education institutions can explore partnerships with restaurants to offer culinary education programs for children, encouraging healthy eating habits.