# Video Game Lunch Lessons The Mario Bento Tutorial Shows You How to Prepare an Attractive Meal By Gil Cohen | Published 2012-12-15 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-bento-tutorial References: [obviouswinner](http://www.obviouswinner.com/obvwin/2012/12/11/diy-super-mario-bento-box-and-impress-hungry-gamer-nerd-frie.html) & [minicuteclub.deviantart](http://minicuteclub.deviantart.com/art/mario-bento-2-tutorial-in-description-342276176) To spruce up your lunch the next time you get a chance to pack one, check out this Mario Bento Tutorial as inspiration for getting creative with your food presentation. While this tutorial is a little bit work intensive, if you follow the clear instructions, you can create your own Mario face and mushroom cartoon using very basic ingredients including rice, seaweed and cheese. The concept of [Bento lunches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bento-cookbook) is about turning the meal into an experience that you can enjoy visually. If your child loves [video games](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-happy-meal-toys), consider using parts of this tutorial to make them a lunch they will never forget. By taking the time to prepare an [attractive Bento box](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playtime-lunch-box) using this Mario Bento Tutorial, you will show your child just how much you care about them. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Bento Box Lunches:** Opportunity for restaurants and food brands to offer creative and visually appealing bento box options to attract customers. - **Food Presentation:** Opportunity for chefs and food influencers to create visually stunning meals that appeal to both taste and aesthetics. - **Creative Lunches:** Opportunity for lunchbox product companies to provide creative and fun lunchbox designs and accessories for children. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Restaurants:** Opportunity for restaurants to incorporate visually appealing bento box options into their menu to cater to the growing demand for unique food experiences. - **Culinary:** Opportunity for culinary schools and workshops to offer courses on food presentation techniques to meet the demand for visually stunning meals. - **Children's Products:** Opportunity for companies to design and market innovative lunchbox products that make lunchtime more exciting and engaging for children. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Game-Themed Noodle Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-powerup-shapes.md) - [Recreated Video Game Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-to-plate.md) - [Game-Inspired Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/home-chef-x-minecraft.md) - [Video Game-Based Prize Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-cheese-x-nintendo.md) - [Gamer-Targeted Noodle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-cup-noodle.md) - [Video Game-Themed Noodle Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/yoshinoya-operation-full-stomach-campaign.md) - [Expansive Gamer Treat Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baskinrobbins-super-mario-menu.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-cookie-cruiser.md) - [Video Game-Inspired LEGO Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sunscreen-mist.md)