# Coffee Food Pairing Charts This Infographic Shares the Best Desserts to Enjoy with Various Coffees By M | Published 2015-09-23 | Marketing Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/food-pairing-chart References: [visual.ly](http://visual.ly/how-pair-coffee-food) & [coffeetastingclub](http://www.coffeetastingclub.com/) Coffee Tasting Club recently put together this food pairing chart that helps to explain what types of coffees are best suited to different types of desserts. This is an ideal read for any coffee fan that is looking to complement food flavors to their favorite caffeinated beverage. Much like wine, coffee can be paired with different foods the accentuate the aromas and flavors of the brew type. The 'Delicious Coffee and Food Pairings' explain different types of worldly coffee blends from Central America to Ethiopia explaining where the coffee is picked, the notes in each and what foods they match best. For example, Central American coffee is sourced from Guatemala and often has apple notes or chocolate flavors that pair best with fruity pies and pastries heavy in cinnamon and butter. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.7/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 72% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Marketing](https://www.trendhunter.com/marketing) > [Print](https://www.trendhunter.com/print) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Coffee-food Pairing:** Pairing coffee with different foods to accentuate aromas and flavors, similar to wine pairing. - **Infographic Marketing:** Using visually appealing infographics to share knowledge and drive engagement. - **Gourmet Coffee Culture:** Emphasizing the art and science behind coffee taste and brewing to cater to increasing demand for specialty coffee. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Creating new desserts and food items or emphasizing existing ones that pair well with coffee to increase revenue. - **Digital Media:** Capitalizing on the trend of visually appealing infographics to drive engagement and provide valuable information to consumers. - **Coffee Industry:** Cultivating a more gourmet and specialized coffee market by educating consumers on the various nuances and pairings of coffee and food. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dessert-Inspired Coffee Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiramisu-coffee.md) - [Classic Dessert-Flavored Coffees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nescaf-dessert-edition.md) - [Dessert-Flavored Coffee Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/entenmanns-coffees.md) - [Coffee-Themed Holiday Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-bar-1.md) - [Luxurious Chocolate Tasting Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-coffee-tasting.md) - [Morning Ritual Chocolate Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/donuts-coffee.md) - [Indulgent Italian-Café-Inspired Coffee Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/flavored-kcups.md) - [Dessert-Like Coffee Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lavazza-nespresso-capsules.md) - [Coffee-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coffee-inspired-ice-cream.md)