# Deconstructed Vegan Desserts Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen Elegantly Plates Ganache, Parfait and Gel By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2018-03-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acorn-vegetarian-kitchen References: [somersetlive](https://www.somersetlive.co.uk/whats-on/food-drink/7-vegan-cakes-desserts-you-1361086) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/p/Bflu9qTA5fT/?taken-by=acornrestaurant) Acorn Vegetarian Kitchen in Bath, UK, is a modern bistro that sets itself apart by serving high-quality plant-based foods with a focus on local, artisanal ingredients. After indulging in a starter like the Parsnip and Hazelnut Velouté, a main course of Mushroom Tart or Butternut Squash Terrine and a vegan, gluten-free side dish, patrons will find themselves eager to check out the dessert menu. One of the most standout sweet options is a [chocolate ganache](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luxurious-vegan-chocolates), coffee parfait served with a pink peppercorn chocolate crumb and a coffee fluid gel. The elegantly plated dessert presents itself beautifully, leaving the average consumer none the wiser that the treat is actually entirely [vegan and gluten-free](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-roots-vegan-bakery). A growing number of consumers, particularly in the UK, are now looking to explore the vibrancy of [plant-based eating](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/over-the-moo1) in a way that does not neglect their sweet tooth. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.1/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 30% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Desserts:** The rise of deconstructed vegan desserts presents an opportunity for businesses to tap into the growing demand for plant-based sweet options. - **Artisanal Ingredients:** Using high-quality, local, and artisanal ingredients in vegan desserts can attract consumers looking for unique and gourmet plant-based treats. - **Vegan and Gluten-free:** Creating desserts that are both vegan and gluten-free allows businesses to cater to a niche market of consumers with dietary restrictions. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant and Food Service:** Restaurants can innovate their dessert menus by offering deconstructed vegan desserts to cater to the growing demand for plant-based options. - **Specialty Food:** Producers of artisanal ingredients can capitalize on the trend of deconstructed vegan desserts by supplying high-quality plant-based ingredients to businesses. - **Health and Wellness:** Health and wellness brands can develop and market vegan and gluten-free dessert products to meet the needs of health-conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Dessert Chain Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veganuary-2024.md) - [Plant-Based Dessert Jars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-dessert-jar.md) - [Plant-Based Dessert Hybrids](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-de-creme.md) - [Guilt-Free Vegan Cheesecakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culiraw.md) - [Vegan Dessert Pastries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-dessert-pastries.md) - [Vegan-Friendly Dessert Bases](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/comprital-pure-vegan.md) - [Five-Course Vegan Dinners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alexis-gauthier.md) - [Indulgent Free-From Cheesecakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-zillionaire.md) - [Free-From NYC Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/urban-dessert-lab.md)