# Omnivorous Kitchen Cutlery This Eating Implement Takes the Shape of Various Animals' Teeth By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-12-02 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eating-implement-by-azusa-murakami References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/44729/) & [azusamurakami](http://www.azusamurakami.com/Azusa_Murakami/azusa_murakami_eating_impliment.html) The Eating Implement by Azusa Murakami is a whimsical play on the notion that the human mouth has evolved to rely on the assistance of [cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pocket-utensil-set) when consuming food. The concept is a compelling one that makes man's set of pearly whites seem inferior to those of his feral friends. So here, the artist suggests a new type of [eating utensil](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/finger-lickin-fork) that's inspired by the different varieties of denticles found amidst the animal kingdom. A tongue-like scoop, tusk-like fangs, canines, incisors and an adaptation of a molar make up the peculiarly pronged [fork-spoon-knife hybrid](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gcode-flatware). People hardly think about it, but silverware does essentially begin the chewing process on the plate in front of you. However, one can imagine that it may take a while to establish a dinner table etiquette fit for the Eating Implement by Azusa Murakami. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 39% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Omnivorous Kitchen Cutlery:** The trend of creating eating utensils inspired by animal teeth opens up opportunities for innovative and unique dining experiences. - **Whimsical Design:** The trend of incorporating playful and imaginative elements into everyday objects presents opportunities for designers to create products that spark joy and conversation. - **Functional Hybrids:** The trend of combining different utensils into one versatile tool allows for space-saving solutions and simplifies the dining experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Product Design:** The product design industry can explore the potential of creating innovative and visually intriguing eating utensils inspired by various sources. - **Consumer Goods:** The consumer goods industry can tap into the demand for unique and whimsical products to create a line of distinctive eating utensils that stand out in the market. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can incorporate the concept of omnivorous kitchen cutlery as a way to enhance guests' dining experiences and provide them with a memorable and Instagram-worthy ambiance. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Interchangeable All-in-One Cutlery](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pinchy-cutlery.md) - [Fashionable Fusion Cutlery Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rething-cutlery.md) - [Interchangeable Component Cutlery Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/opinel-picnic-cutlery-kit.md) - [Multi-Functional Pasta Spoons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/multifunctional-pasta-spoon.md) - [Flatpack Metal Utensil Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uphold-cutlery.md) - [Sauce-Included Multifunctional Utensils](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/saurk.md) - [Magnetic Titanium Utensil Accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eati-mag.md) - [Sculptural Flatware Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrousel-flatware.md) - [Ergonomic Instant Noodle Forks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nendo-x-nissin-the-fork.md)