# Dessert Meat The Hot Beef Sundae By Howard Wu | Published 2008-09-25 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-beef-sundae-main-course-dessert References: [andiamnotlying](http://www.andiamnotlying.com/2008/fast-food-frankensteins-the-dessert-edition) Round cut steak, gravy, potatoes, cheese, garlic bread, and tomato. This sounds like a pretty good dinner, doesn’t it? Now picture it all together not on a plate, but in a [sundae dish](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ben-jerrys-sundaes2). The steak and potatoes form the base of this savory ‘dessert.’ Gravy and cheese top the steak, and a garlic bread wafer and cherry tomato on top provide simple garnishes. The Hot Beef Sundae is available in Nebraska, where it’s caused quite a stir among tourists and locals alike. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 48% | Activity: 50% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Savory Desserts:** The trend towards unconventional, savory desserts presents opportunity for chefs to experiment with new ingredients and flavors. - **Hybrid Cuisine:** The creation of unique, hybrid dishes such as the Hot Beef Sundae offer potential for innovative culinary experiences for adventurous eaters. - **Comfort Food Reinvented:** Finding creative ways to update classic comfort foods, such as turning a steak dinner into a dessert, can attract new customers and bring nostalgia to traditional dishes. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can benefit from the Hot Beef Sundae's popularity by creating more innovative dishes and promoting unique dining experiences. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** As the Hot Beef Sundae becomes a local attraction, the hospitality and tourism industry can capitalize on the trend by offering packages that feature this dish as a main attraction. - **Marketing and Advertising:** Marketing and advertising professionals can use the novelty of the Hot Beef Sundae to create new branding opportunities and successful campaigns that showcase unique culinary experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Deep Dish Cookie Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-bonanza-cookie-sundae.md) - [Pulled Pork Parfaits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulled-pork-sundae.md) - [TV Tray-Inspired Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hungry-dad-fathers-day-tray.md) - [Summery Southern Cuisine Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southern-pie-sundaes.md) - [Asian-Inspired Beef Tenderloin Entrees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-steak.md) - [Hot Dog Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-dog-ice-cream.md) - [Spicy Chili Sundaes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-milk-sundae.md) - [Retro Steak Fondue Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exceptional-sirloin-steak-fondue.md) - [Mashup Restaurant Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swiss-chalet-desserts.md)