# Sweet and Savory Snacks Chocolate Covered Bacon Satisfies All Your Cravings By Meghan Young | Published 2010-10-11 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-covered-bacon References: [uncrate](http://www.uncrate.com/men/culture/food/chocolate-covered-bacon/) & [mariniscandies](http://www.mariniscandies.com/product/BACON-01/ChocolateCoveredBacon.aspx) I love bacon and I love chocolate, so I will most definitely love Chocolate Covered Bacon. Although Trend Hunter Amanda Chang wrote about a similar [DIY dish](http://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-covered-bacon-skewers), this treat is as easy as pushing a button. Made by the Marini family, Chocolate Covered Bacon is available in both milk and dark chocolate and priced at only $9 for half a pound on their online store. The company also offers chocolate-covered bacon mixed in with maple syrup ice cream. If you're ever in Santa Cruz, make sure to stop by their shop for a taste. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 9% | Activity: 17% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bacon-infused Desserts:** Creating sweet treats infused with the flavors of bacon presents an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the dessert industry. - **Gourmet Snack Combos:** Developing unique combinations of savory and sweet snacks can disrupt the traditional snack market by offering new and exciting flavor experiences. - **Artisanal Chocolate Products:** Exploring the creation of artisanal chocolate products, such as chocolate-covered bacon, can disrupt the chocolate industry and appeal to niche markets. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage Manufacturing:** Entrepreneurs can capitalize on the increasing demand for unique snacks by investing in the production of bacon-infused desserts and gourmet snack combos. - **Dessert and Confectionery Retail:** Retailers can expand their offerings by featuring artisanal chocolate products like chocolate-covered bacon, attracting customers looking for unique and indulgent treats. - **Food Tourism:** Food tourism operators can include visits to chocolate makers like the Marini family's shop in Santa Cruz, providing tourists with a taste of unique and local flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Candied Bacon QSR Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hardees-candied-bacon.md) - [Bacon-Garnished Chocolate Shakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nutella-bacon.md) - [Buttery Croissant Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/croissant-chocolate-bar.md) - [Savory Cinnamon Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-bacon.md) - [Snacking-Focused Chocolate Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kohler-original-recipe-chocolates.md) - [Ramen-Infused Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ramen-and-chocolate.md) - [Candied Bacon Menu Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/candied-bacon-lineup.md) - [Casserole-Inspired Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-chocolate-bar.md) - [Satiating Dark Chocolate-Covered Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dark-chocolatecovered-snacks.md)