Trend cluster
Category

Intrepid
Dining

Travelers turn to thrill-seeking dining destinations for adventurous stimulation.

Airport Food HallsVR-Powered Hotel DinnersRooftop Restaurant Pop-UpsRitzy Hotel Caviar LoungesUpscale Coffee Bars

Trend

What is the Intrepid Dining trend?

Intrepid Dining: As consumers continue to battle day-to-day complacency, a desire for excitement prompts travelers to turn to travel ventures that go beyond mere relaxation. Providing immersive dinning experiences that seek to emphasize the singularity of that destination, hotels, cafes and restaurants are turning to structurally abstract dining concepts to provoke travelers with an intimidating, yet visually enticing eating experience. Cavernous dining and sky-high eateries speak to a shift in tourism tactics toward experiences that challenge, rather than comfort consumer interaction.

Trend themes

Themes within the Intrepid Dining trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Immersive Dining Experiences

Providing immersive dining experiences that seek to emphasize the singularity of that destination

02

Luxury Dining

An increase in luxury dining experiences that cater to a unique experience for a limited amount of guests

03

Virtual Reality

Creating immersive dining experiences through the use of virtual reality technology to enhance the overall restaurant visit

Industry implications

What the Intrepid Dining trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Hospitality

Hotels, cafes, and restaurants can implement immersive dining experiences to increase their appeal and drive customers to their establishments

For

Food and Beverage

Luxury dining and unique dining experiences can cater to a specific market and provide an innovative way to stand out in the highly competitive food and beverage industry

For

Technology

Virtual reality technology can revolutionize traditional dining experiences and provide an opportunity for innovation in the tech industry

Trend signals

Trend signals for Intrepid Dining

Trend score 4.6 out of 10, from popularity 68%, activity 64%, freshness 8%.

Popularity68%
Activity64%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe
Asia-Pacific

Evidence

Examples of the Intrepid Dining trend

7 featured examples from May 27, 2013 to Dec 9, 2015
Airport Food Halls
CategoryWorld

Airport Food Halls

This Helsinki Airport Restaurant is Almost a Vacation in Itself

Airport design firms could incorporate more innovative and immersive restaurant experiences into their blueprints.

VR-Powered Hotel Dinners
CategoryLifestyle

VR-Powered Hotel Dinners

Ibiza's Hard Rock Hotel Hosted a Samsung Gear VR Gastronomy Experience

Hotels and resorts can utilize VR and technology to enhance their guests' experiences, providing a competitive edge against competitors.

Rooftop Restaurant Pop-Ups
CategoryLifestyle

Rooftop Restaurant Pop-Ups

The Forest on the Roof is a Dining Experience Atop of Selfridges

Rooftop pop-up restaurants and themed dining experiences offer opportunities for creativity and innovation in the hospitality industry.

Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges
CategoryLuxury

Ritzy Hotel Caviar Lounges

Hong Kong's Ritz-Carlton Added a Luxurious Seven-Person Caviar Bar

Luxury hotels and resorts can create exclusive caviar lounges to provide high-end dining experiences for their guests.

Upscale Coffee Bars
CategoryLifestyle

Upscale Coffee Bars

This Starbucks Location Acts as "Coffee Theater" for the Beloved Coffee Brand

The Food and Beverage Industry can develop interactive and personalized coffee experiences and expand menus to attract customers.

Beachside Cavernous Dining
CategoryWorld

Beachside Cavernous Dining

The Grotto Restaurant at Krabi, Thailand's Rayavadee Resort is Stunning

Opportunity for hotels and resorts to differentiate themselves by offering unique dining experiences in picturesque locations.

Sky-High Dining Experiences
CategoryLuxury

Sky-High Dining Experiences

Hotel Cipriani's 'Dinner in the Sky' Lets Guests Dine Among the Stars

Hospitality businesses can adopt the 'Dinner in the Sky' concept to create memorable dining experiences for their guests.