# Tasty Food-Inspired Art The 'Illustrated Recipe' Exhibit Makes Art Look Tastier Than Ever Before By | Published 2013-05-26 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/illustrated-recipe References: [neatorama](http://www.neatorama.com/spotlight/2013/05/23/Illustrated-Recipe-Marie-Antoine-Caremes-Extravagant-Food-Inspired-Artwork/) & [cardigan-knitwear.blogspot](http://cardigan-knitwear.blogspot.ca/2013/05/the-illustrated-recipe.html) Inspired by all-star chef Marie-Antoine Carême, often referred to as The King of Chefs, 'The Illustrated Recipe' is an exhibit that features artwork inspired by Carême's many extravagant recipes. Artists from all over Britain have created works to pay tribute to the late great chef. Everything from a crocheted whale to a sequined fish is displayed at the exhibit. The Illustrated Recipe features five British artists working in six different mediums: crochet, collage, paint, denim, digital illustration and [cake](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake). Each artist has presented hyper-realistic representations of real food making for a delightfully delicious [art installation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/banquet-echoes). Crochet artist Kate Jenkins is especially note-worthy as her [crocheted food items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/olga-de-amaral) are both visually stunning in their 3D designs but also extremely realistic. Installations like The Illustrated Recipe are wonderful examples of paying tribute to an idol while producing new and innovative creations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.0/10 - Popularity: 62% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Modern](https://www.trendhunter.com/modern) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Food-inspired Art:** Opportunity for artists to create visually stunning and hyper-realistic food artwork in various mediums like crochet, collage, and paint. - **Experiential Exhibitions:** The rise of immersive art installations like 'The Illustrated Recipe' that combine visual art with an interactive and sensory experience for visitors. - **Culinary Tributes:** Creating art exhibitions that pay homage to renowned chefs and their recipes, providing a unique platform for artists to showcase their creative interpretations. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Art:** Artists have an opportunity to explore new mediums and techniques to create food-inspired artwork, catering to a niche market of art enthusiasts. - **Hospitality:** Hotels, restaurants, and food establishments can collaborate with artists to curate immersive food-themed exhibits, enhancing the dining experience for their customers. - **Event Planning:** Event planners can incorporate food-inspired art installations into events and exhibitions, creating unique and memorable experiences for attendees. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Painterly Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/7-paintings-the-art-of-dining.md) - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Food-Inspired Street Art](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dish-pics.md) - [Felt-Made Novelty Shops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bourdon-street-chippy.md) - [Immersive Food Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/how-to-become-the-worlds-greatest-chef.md) - [Painter-Inspired Afternoon Teas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/david-hockney-afternoon-teas.md) - [Artful Soft-Pink Dining Rooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-gallery-at-sketch.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md) - [Design-Centric Dynamic Artful Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/artful-cake.md)