# Gen Z Hotel Menus Omni Hotels & Resorts' Culinary Kids Menu Appeals to Children 12 and Under By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-04-01 | Life-Stages Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/culinary-kids References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/omni-hotels--resorts-announces-culinary-kids-menu-for-todays-younger-flavor-savvy-guests-as-part-of-omni-originals-programming-300821221.html) & [omnihotels](https://www.omnihotels.com/culinary/omni-originals/culinary-kids) As part of its Omi Originals series, [Omni Hotels & Resorts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiki-social) is launching its Culinary Kids menu, which specifically appeals to Gen Z. The menu for kids ages 12 and under includes a fusion of healthy foods and fun based on the fact that Gen Z is growing up at a time where everyone is looking for [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erewhon-kids-meal)-worthy eating experiences. In place of regular kid-friendly meal offerings, the Culinary Kids menu offers bold and sophisticated options. For breakfast, kids ages 12 and under can choose from Jenga-style French toast sticks, [Rainbow Açaí Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oola-bowls) and Pancake Parfait Tacos. For the rest of the day and dessert, the menu also offers an edible dirt creation called The Garden and even a Vincent Van Gogh Jumbo Cookie that comes with a paintbrush. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.5/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 67% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Life-Stages](https://www.trendhunter.com/life-stages) > [Youth](https://www.trendhunter.com/youth) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Gen Z Culinary Experiences:** Creating Instagram-worthy eating experiences specifically catered for Gen Z. - **Sophisticated Kid's Menus:** Offering bold and sophisticated food options for children 12 and under. - **Creative and Playful Food Presentation:** Incorporating unique presentations and visual appeal for kids' meals. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Hospitality:** Hotels and resorts can adapt their menus to appeal to Gen Z and create unique dining experiences. - **Food and Beverage:** Restaurants can develop innovative and visually appealing menus for children that cater to Gen Z's preferences. - **Event Planning:** Companies that organize events can incorporate these themed culinary experiences into their offerings for younger attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Gen Alpha Amenity Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/benjamin-royal-sonesta.md) - [Child-Targeted Fast-Casual Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pepper-lunch-kids-menu.md) - [Kid-Friendly Stir-Fry Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kidsized-stirfrys.md) - [Kid-Friendly Cafe Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pret-a-manger-kids-menu.md) - [Health-Conscious Gen Z Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-pepper-chocolate.md) - [Evolutionary Toronto Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-drake-hotel.md) - [Eco Fast Food Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cool-kids-meal.md) - [Kid-Friendly Hotel Amenities](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hotel-amenities-for-kids.md) - [Kid-Friendly Gourmet Seasonings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gustus-vitae-kids-menu.md)