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# Gourmet Dessert Shops
Belgrade's Mandarin Pastry Shop Boasts Artisanal Treats and Bold Branding

By Jana Pijak | Published 2015-06-03 | Marketing
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-dessert
References: [buro247.hr](http://www.buro247.hr/lifestyle/gastro/sarmantna-slastisarnica-u-beogradu.html)

This gourmet dessert cafe marries artisanal treats with a virbant brand identity and interior design. Mandarin is a chic pastry shop that tourists are encouraged to visit on their next trip to Belgrade, Serbia and is a place to experience some of the best treats in the city.

In addition to the pastry shop's custom sweets, its interior also boasts [elegant decor](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/barnaby-shop) and a series of art pieces that make its sitting area reminiscent of a mini gallery. This [contemporary pastry shop](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/season-patisserie) specializes in [gourmet desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourmet-festive-creations) that will satisfy one's sweet tooth. Its interior will also satisfy visitor's love of graphic design and is the work of an urban collective, made up of young, industry up-and-comers.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 3.3/10
- Popularity: 53% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### Key Themes Behind This Trend

- **Artisanal Treats:** Creating unique, handcrafted desserts that provide a premium, high-quality dining experience.
- **Bold Branding:** Developing a strong and distinctive brand image that attracts and engages customers.
- **Gourmet Desserts:** Offering sophisticated and decadent desserts that cater to customers seeking an elevated culinary experience.

### Where This Applies

- **Cafe and Bakery:** Opportunity to create a gourmet dessert cafe that focuses on artisanal treats and bold branding to stand out in the market.
- **Interior Design:** Providing design services to gourmet dessert shops looking to create visually stunning and immersive spaces that complement their culinary offerings.
- **Graphic Design:** Assisting pastry shops in developing unique and eye-catching visual assets and branding materials that reflect their brand identity and attract customers.

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