# Globalized Cuisine American and Asian cuisine collide as the North American diet goes global. By [Michael Hemsworth](https://www.trendhunter.com/Michael.Hemsworth), Contributing Researcher | Published Aug 5, 2014 | Category: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/lifestyle-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/globalized-cuisine ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.1/10 - Evidence articles: 6 ## What is the Globalized Cuisine trend? **Globalized Cuisine:** Globalization and increasing consumer demands have helped push traditionally Western foods to the East, but also vice-versa. As the appeal of fast food becomes prevalent on a global scale, the remixing of cuisine is satisfying consumer demand for exoticism and experimentation in food. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 6 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 14, 2013 to Aug 4, 2014 - Published: Aug 5, 2014 - Patterns: [Convergence](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/convergence), [Cyclicality](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/cyclicality) - Megatrends: [Hybridization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/hybridization), [Nostalgia](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/nostalgia) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Asia ## Themes within the Globalized Cuisine trend ### Fusion Food The blending of diverse cuisines to create new flavors and textures that appeal to foodies who crave novel dining experiences. ### Exotic Ingredients New ingredients and flavor combinations from across the globe provide opportunities for culinary innovation and experimentation. ### Fast Food Remixing As fast food chains expand globally and consumers demand diverse and unique menu options, fast food remixing becomes more common and offers opportunities for culinary creativity. ## What the Globalized Cuisine trend means for industry ### For Food Service The food service industry needs to be innovative and creative enough to respond to changing consumer tastes quickly, while developing new and unique food offerings. ### For Food retail Food retailers have an opportunity to curate new and exciting flavors, ingredients and packaging that fit with the changing tastes and preferences of their consumers. ### For Hospitality As food becomes an increasingly important part of the hospitality experience, creating unique and exciting culinary offerings can set hotels and resorts apart and create a unique selling point for attracting guests. ## Trend signals for Globalized Cuisine Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 44%, activity 40%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 44% - Activity: 40% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Globalized Cuisine trend 6 featured examples from Nov 14, 2013 to Aug 4, 2014. - [Asian Donut Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mos-burger): The Latest Mos Burger Comes with French Cruller and Chorizo Sausage (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Fast food chains can explore innovative collaborations and unique food pairings to attract adventurous eaters and differentiate themselves from competitors. - [Cheeseburger Rice Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/onigiri-rice-ball): This Japanese Onigiri Rice Ball Contains the Contents of a Burger (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Sector that can explore new taste profiles and combinations to cater to adventurous eaters. - [Exotic Asian Hotdogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-dog): The Asian Dog Restaurant Offers Hotdogs with Asian-Inspired Toppings (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Disruptive innovation can be found in creating unconventional and globally-inspired menu items. - [Sushi Corn Dogs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sushi-corn-dog): Culinary Bro Down Creates a Greasy Take on Spicy Tuna Rolls (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The food and beverage industry can explore new ways to innovate and reimagine traditional dishes by incorporating different techniques and ingredients. - [Asian Dessert Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lotteria-chocolate-burger): The Lotteria Chocolate Chicken Burger is the Ideal Valentine's Day Meal (Category: World) Implication: Fast food restaurants and chains can leverage unusual menu items as a way to differentiate themselves from their competitors and attract customers looking for new experiences. - [Japanese Bacon Cube Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-cheeseburger): Lotteria Will Start Offering These Deluxe Cheeseburgers on November 29 (Category: World) Implication: Fast food chains can disrupt the market by experimenting with unique offerings like the Bacon Cube Deluxe Cheeseburgers. ## Recent trend clusters - [Assisted Choices](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/weight-loss-medication-support) (Lifestyle) - [Storyline Sips](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/themed-drink-menus) (Lifestyle) - [Bedtime Cocoon](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/sleep-sensory-blocking) (Lifestyle) - [Source Signatures](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/oak-finish-whiskey) (Lifestyle) ## Trending in Lifestyle - [Mystery Packaging Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cow-not-laughing) - [Multi-Benefit Protein Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comes-in-three-flavors) - [Creator-Led Learning Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/learning-series) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) All articles: [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle)