# Coffee-Marinated Steaks Doreen Simpson Creates a Deliciously Unique Dish for Fabulous Foodie By Meghan Young | Published 2015-05-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabulous-foodie References: [telegraph](http://www.telegraph.co.uk/sponsored/foodanddrink/fabulous-foodie/11379856/coffee-marinated-ribeye-steaks-recipe.html) The 2015 Fabulous Foodie competition inspired a lot of unique recipes, one of which involved coffee and steak. A perfect combination for many -- especially those who like steak with eggs in the morning -- the dish was created by Doreen Simpson. [Marinated in coffee](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/30-minute-marinades), the ribeye steaks were accompanied by gem lettuce, walnut and Gorgonzola dressing and pomegranate seeds for a well-rounded meal that looks as healthy as it does tasty. This year, the Fabulous Foodie competition revolved around ingredients from [Aldi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butfirst-coffee-cheese), including its new and exotic Specially Selected range. Marinating in coffee from anywhere between an hour and overnight in the fridge, the ribeye steaks deliver a savory punch not often associated with this particular meat dish. Yet that's exactly what makes it stand out. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.3/10 - Popularity: 29% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## 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 - **Coffee-marinated Steaks:** Using coffee as a marinade for steaks presents an opportunity for innovative flavor combinations. - **Fabulous Foodie Competition:** Competitions like Fabulous Foodie provide a platform for unique and creative recipe ideas. - **Exotic Ingredients From Aldi:** Incorporating exotic ingredients in recipes can attract adventurous food enthusiasts and create new taste experiences. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can explore the concept of coffee-marinated dishes to introduce novel products and cater to diverse consumer preferences. - **Competition Organization:** Companies or organizations specializing in organizing culinary competitions can capitalize on the demand for unique cooking experiences and sponsor events like the Fabulous Foodie competition. - **Grocery Retail:** Grocery retailers like Aldi can leverage their exotic ingredient offerings to inspire and support innovative recipe development, encouraging customers to try new and exciting flavors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Espresso Rub Turkey Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/espresso-turkeytini.md) - [Espresso-Lavender Cheeses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butfirst-coffee-cheese.md) - [Coffee-Flavored Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffeeflavored-bacon.md) - [Dessert-Inspired Coffee Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiramisu-coffee.md) - [Festive Premium Beef Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pre-brands.md) - [Stake-Paired Wine Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steaks1.md) - [Asian-Inspired Beef Tenderloin Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-steak.md) - [Soda-Glazed Beef Kabobs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dr-pepperglazed-beef-kabobs.md) - [Caramelized Garlic Steak Proteins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caramelized-garlic-steak.md)