# Exotic Snack Retailers The Edible Online Store Offers Oddball Delicacies for Epicurean Explorers By Meghan Young | Published 2011-08-20 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/edible-online-store References: [psfk](http://www.psfk.com/2011/08/epicurian-explorers-bring-edible-insects-into-the-mainstream.html) & [edible](http://www.edible.com/) Hot on the heels of news that the [European Union](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swobbee) has launched safety tests for a slew of exotic snacks to introduce them into Western culture as mainstream delicacies, the Edible online store is offering insect-based dishes to those who like to explore and experiment with regards to food. Inspired by the founders' own far-flung travels, this shop offers unique and unusual delicacies that are consumed on a daily basis around the world. With options like [Giant Hornet Honey](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/japan-crate-snack-box), Chocolate Covered Giant Ants, BBQ Worm Crisps and Scorpion Vodka, the Edible online store provides these snacks with a modern twist. The lablike, apothecary-style packaging itself will probably compel individuals to give these intriguing insect dishes a go -- not to mention the knowledge that 10 percent of all profits go directly to rare and endangered species conservation projects worldwide. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 63% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Exotic Snack Innovation:** Opportunity for companies to explore and develop unique and unusual delicacies using ingredients like insects. - **Online Specialty Stores:** Growing trend of online stores that cater to niche markets, offering unique products and experiences to customers. - **Sustainable Food Consumption:** Increasing interest in food products that support conservation efforts and contribute to endangered species conservation projects. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Food industry can capitalize on the growing demand for exotic snacks and create unique products that cater to adventurous eaters. - **E-commerce:** Online retail industry can tap into the market of exotic snacks by offering specialized online stores that provide a wide range of unique food products. - **Conservation and Sustainability:** Organizations focusing on conservation can collaborate with exotic snack retailers to raise awareness and contribute to conservation projects through their sales. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Savory Insect Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-insect-snack.md) - [Lifestyle-Conscious Food Product Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/healthy-snacks-and-drinks.md) - [Protein-Packed Cricket Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-protein-bar.md) - [Insect Whisky Pairings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-pairing-with-legs.md) - [Travel-Inspired Snack Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/seven-continents-snacks.md) - [Bean-Filled Chocolate Eggs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/uksnackattack.md) - [Wholesaler Impulse Snack Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/impulse-ranges.md) - [High-End Specialty Food Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/specialty-food-stores.md)