# Gourmet Breakfast Sandwiches The Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese is Perfect for Brunch By Meghan Young | Published 2013-04-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brie-and-blueberry-waffle-grilled-cheese References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/2013/04/25/Brie-and-Blueberry-Waffle-Grilled-Cheese-Sandwich/) & [damndelicious.tumblr](http://damndelicious.tumblr.com/post/48753805171/brie-and-blueberry-waffle-grilled-cheese) The Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese combines two beloved meals, breakfast and lunch, into one. It takes the [classic grilled cheese sandwich](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/borden-grilled-cheese-swatch-book) and makes it brunch worthy with the [substitution of waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-waffles) and the addition of berries. Not to mention that [brie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baskin-robbins-brie-my-guest) is a step up from the classic cheddar cheese. Chung-Ah of Damn Delicious created the Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese recipe in celebration of National Grilled Cheese Month. She acknowledges that April might be coming to a close, but that is all the more reason to go out with a bang in regards to this most sacred of months--for foodies at least. The Brie and Blueberry Waffle Grilled Cheese recipe was published in the recent issue of Wisconsin Cheese’s Grate. Pair. Share. Magazine. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Brunch-fusion Cuisine:** The combination of breakfast and lunch into one meal opens up opportunities for creating unique and innovative dishes that cater to brunch enthusiasts. - **Creative Flavor Combinations:** Experimenting with unexpected ingredient pairings, like brie and blueberries in a grilled cheese sandwich, allows for the creation of exciting and disruptive flavor experiences. - **Celebration-themed Recipes:** Creating recipes for special occasions or themed months, such as National Grilled Cheese Month, provides an opportunity to generate buzz and engage with food enthusiasts. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Culinary/food Industry:** The culinary realm can leverage the trend of brunch-fusion cuisine to develop innovative menu items that attract a wider audience and increase customer engagement. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels, restaurants, and cafes can incorporate creative flavor combinations into their offerings, providing unique dining experiences and attracting customers looking for something new and exciting. - **Publishing/content Creation Industry:** Magazines and online platforms can capitalize on the trend of celebration-themed recipes by featuring exclusive recipes and content that align with special occasions, generating increased readership and engagement. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Crispy Cheesy Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-waffle.md) - [Bloody Mary Grilled Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bloody-mary-grilled-cheese.md) - [Artisan Cream Cheese Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brunch-recipes.md) - [Layered Grilled Cheese Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-royale-grilled-cheese.md) - [Liège-Style Diner Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/berry-waffle-slam.md) - [Savory Fruit-Infused Waffle Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bojangles-chicken-and-boberry-waffles.md) - [Soft-Ripened Grilling Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brie-for-grilling.md) - [All-Day Breakfast Boxes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakfast-all-day.md) - [Grilled Cheese Burger Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grilled-cheese-cheeseburger.md)