# Pot Pie Poutines Epic Deli's Chicken Pot Pie Variation Takes the Form of Poutine Toppings By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-02-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-pot-pie-variation References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/360244980773732/photos/a.370370553094508.1073741828.360244980773732/605839819547579/?type=1&theater) & [instagram](http://instagram.com/p/y3d04WNjWs/) This chicken pot pie variation makes a French Canadian dish more epic than ever before. From [Epic Deli](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/Preventive-Violence-Screening), the appetizer combines poutine with chicken pot pie-inspired toppings. Moving beyond the standard gravy and cheese curds on top of french fries, this sensational side consists of [waffle fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-city-waffle) covered in a béchamel sauce along with chicken, mixed vegetables, fried onion straws and white cheddar cheese curds. This next-level poutine and chicken pot pie variation is a huge twist on both classic dishes. If you live near the Epic Deli, you need to try out the appetizer special stat as it is not a regular menu item. Or if you're adventurous you could try making it at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Gourmet Poutine:** Innovative takes on classic poutine dish with high-end ingredients and unique toppings. - **Hybrid Dishes:** Combining elements of two or more dishes to create completely new culinary experiences that could innovate the food industry. - **Elevated Fast Food:** Revamping and upgrading popular fast food items to offer a more gourmet, high-quality dining experience. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Potential for innovative culinary creations and menu items inspired by unexpected combinations of classic dishes. - **Hospitality:** Gourmet poutine and other elevated fast food dishes could become popular menu items at hotels and resorts that cater to foodies and culinary explorers. - **Consumer Packaged Goods:** Opportunity to create and market packaged gourmet poutine and other hybrid dishes that can be easily prepared and enjoyed at home. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pizzeria Poutine Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-pizza-poutine.md) - [Meaty QSR Poutines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-poutine.md) - [Poutine-Stuffed Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-dip-sandwich.md) - [Quick-Prep Poutine Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-bites.md) - [Indulgent Fried Pickle Poutines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-pickle-poutine.md) - [Saucy Buffalo Chicken Poutines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popeyes-buffalo-chicken.md) - [Frozen Poutine Poppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-popper.md) - [French Fry Restaurant Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifis-fry-co.md) - [Spicy Buffalo Chicken Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pukka-and-sauce-shop.md)