Category
Lifestyle
Serial Snacking
Trend cluster
Category
Tradition
Fusion
North American celebration staples are mixed in with international flavors.
3.6
Trend score
Trend
What is the Tradition Fusion trend?
Tradition Fusion: All-American desserts, such as rice Krispie squares or birthday cakes, will always remain popular; however, the new age of diversified food (and a diversified American population) demands a more interesting approach. Converging comfort and exoticism, tradition fusion borrows from classic flavors from different ethnicities. This makes for a collage of interesting foods that mimics today's consumer landscape.
Trend themes
Themes within the Tradition Fusion trend
Three behaviours holding the trend together01
Tradition Fusion
Mixing of classic flavors from different ethnicities is becoming more popular, creating a collage of interesting food that mimics today's diverse consumer landscape.
02
Upscale Street Foods
Consumers are turning popular street foods into upscale desserts perfect for parties, events, and elegant soirees.
03
Creative Bread Twists
Bread recipes and styles from different cultures and traditions are being combined to create unique and flavorful twists on classic baked goods.
Industry implications
What the Tradition Fusion trend means for industry
Where the trend changes the playbookFor
Food and Beverage
The food and beverage industry can capitalize on these trends by creating innovative new products and unique flavor combinations.
For
Baking Equipment and Tools
There is a growing need for specialized baking equipment and tools to facilitate the creation of these unique and complex desserts.
For
Hospitality and Events
Hotels, caterers, and event planners can take advantage of these trends by offering unique and creative dessert options for their guests and patrons.
Trend signals
Trend signals for Tradition Fusion
Trend score 3.6 out of 10, from popularity 51%, activity 48%, freshness 8%.
Popularity51%
Activity48%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
- Gen Alpha
- Gen Z
- Millennial
- Gen X (not a primary audience)
- Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Evidence
Examples of the Tradition Fusion trend
4 featured examples from May 13, 2014 to Dec 9, 2015CategoryArt & Design
Mexican Game-Inspired Baking Tools
The Pinata Cake Pan Makes Candy-Filled Desserts Easier to Bake
Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop innovative kitchen tools and accessories that make cooking and baking more enjoyable and convenient.
CategoryLifestyle
Homemade Churro Puffs
This Recipe Transforms the Popular Mexican Dessert into a Creamy Sandwich
The food and beverage industry can capitalize on these trends by offering innovative dessert options to consumers.
CategoryLifestyle
Tropical Banana Fritters
This Recipe Provides a New Way to Use Overripe Bananas
The food industry stands to benefit from investing in creative and novel recipes to minimize food waste and cater to diverse consumer preferences.
CategoryLifestyle
Cake Batter Challah Recipes
This Recipe for Funfetti Challah is Perfect for Hanukkah
This industry can capitalize on creating innovative and fun recipes to cater to consumers' desire for new and exciting culinary experiences.
