# Edible Opulence Gold-infused and gilded treats offer consumers unique dining experiences. By [Hayley McGlone](https://www.trendhunter.com/hayley_mcglone), Manager, Client Research & Strategy | Published Aug 19, 2016 | Category: [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/luxury-trends) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/golden-food-creations ## Key Figures - Trend score: 4.7/10 - Evidence articles: 5 ## What is the Edible Opulence trend? **Edible Opulence:** Brands working with gold-infused and gilded food products are creating luxury goods that become part of a unique dining experience. Consumers of luxury goods desire the unique and unusual, and combining precious metals with culinary creations blends luxury and dining into an exceptional experience the consumer is unlikely to forget. Gilded foods and other explicitly opulent goods also boast wealth unabashedly, tying into the consumer need for status. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 5 featured examples - Articles from: Nov 17, 2015 to Aug 17, 2016 - Published: Aug 19, 2016 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection), [Acceleration](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/acceleration) - Megatrends: [Multisensation](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/multisensation), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Personalization](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/personalization) ## Audience - Gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Edible Opulence trend ### Gilded Foods The trend of incorporating gold-infused edible items or gilded foods in the menus specifically to give customers extravagant dining experiences. ### Luxury Edible Oil Infusions The trend of infusing high-quality ingredients into olive oils to give them a unique, premium flavor and highlight luxury over cost-effectiveness. ### 24-karate Treats The trend of incorporating real gold leaf or 24 karat gold as toppings on various desserts such as donuts, ice cream, and popcorn to add a sense of opulence and luxury. ## What the Edible Opulence trend means for industry ### For Luxury Food Industry From gilded foods to premium edible oil infusions, luxury food professionals can incorporate high-quality ingredients and unique designs to create premium dining experiences. ### For Confectionary Industry Incorporating real gold leaf or 24-karate gold as toppings on various desserts can help increase the perceived value of the confectionary products creating phenomenal eating experiences. ### For Tourism Industry Businesses can add value to tourist destinations like temples, restaurants, or dessert bars by incorporating innovative, high-end yet accessible specialty foods such as gold leaf infused ice cream to give their customers unique and unforgettable dining experiences. ## Workshop question How can you add a sense of luxury to your product or service to give it aspirational appeal? ## Trend signals for Edible Opulence Trend score 4.7 out of 10, from popularity 67%, activity 66%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 67% - Activity: 66% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Edible Opulence trend 5 featured examples from Nov 17, 2015 to Aug 17, 2016. - [Gilded Ice Cream Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-topping): At Its Gilded Temple, Kinkakuji Serves a Gold Leaf Ice Cream Topping (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The food and beverage industry can explore the use of gold leaf as a premium food topping and cater to consumers seeking luxury dining experiences. - [Gold-Infused Olive Oils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sophisticated-olive-oil): This Sophisticated Olive Oil is Made with High-Quality Ingredients (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The luxury food and beverage industry can capitalize on the demand for upscale culinary experiences by introducing high-quality, exclusive products like gold-infused olive oils. - [Gilded Popcorn Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/golden-popcorn): This Bucket of Luxury Golden Popcorn is Topped with 23 Karat Gold Flakes (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: A high-end food industry that caters to consumers looking for unique and premium food experiences. - [Luxe Gilded Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donut-creation): The Golden Cristal Ube Donut Creation Has a Price Tag of $100 (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: Pioneering the trend of creating upscale pastries and donuts using premium ingredients and exquisite decorations. - [Edible Golden Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kit-kat-bar): These Precious Metal Kit Kat Bars are Exclusive to Japan (Category: Lifestyle) Implication: The confectionery industry can explore the implementation of innovative flavor combinations and edible packaging to create unique and indulgent products. ## 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 Luxury - [Deluxe Beauty Advent Calendars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/classic-and-prestige) - [Modular Winter Wardrobes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/moose-knuckles-fallwinter-2026) - [Elegant Bookbinding-Inspired Shoulder Bags](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boky-bag) - [Mangrove Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mangrove-diver-watches) All articles: [Luxury](https://www.trendhunter.com/luxury)