# Emblematic T-Bone Books (UPDATE) Meat America by Dominic Episcopo Defines a Country by its Cuts By Amelia Roblin | Published 2011-02-08 | Unique Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-america-by-dominic-episcopo References: [ifitshipitshere.blogspot](http://ifitshipitshere.blogspot.com/2011/02/carnivorous-creativity-meat-america-by.html) & [meatamerica](http://meatamerica.com/index.php/about-2/) Many of this photographer's iconic carnivorous images have been enjoyed for for their tongue-in-cheek wedge bone wit, but Meat America by Dominic Episcopo is a book that will finally combine some of these fleshy [deli favorites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brooklyn-cured). Set to be released soon, this [palatable publication](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/grillos-presents-pickled-fresh) documents the [sirloin sculptor's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prime-steak-sampler-gift-box) 'United Steaks of America' into an anthology of US icons, from state geographies to celebrity silhouettes of Michael Jackson, Elvis and more. Meat America by Dominic Episcopo will be a must-read that will make your mouth water -- and perhaps increase your culinary adventurous when preparing your next porterhouse. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Unique](https://www.trendhunter.com/unique) > [Bizarre](https://www.trendhunter.com/bizarre) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Food Photography:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in creating innovative and captivating food photography to attract customers to the culinary industry. - **Regional Cuisine:** Exploring and promoting regional cuisine across America can be a unique and disruptive innovation opportunity for restaurants and chefs to attract customers. - **Celebrity Food Culture:** Capitalizing on celebrity food culture and integrating it with food and beverage offerings can be an opportunity for disruption in the hospitality and entertainment industries. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Culinary Industry:** Innovation in food presentation and marketing can attract more customers and increase revenue in the culinary industry. - **Restaurant Industry:** Promotion of regional cuisines can be a unique selling point for the restaurant industry and attract more customers. - **Hospitality Industry:** Integrating celebrity food culture with food and beverage offerings can enhance the overall customer experience and attract more customers to hotels and resorts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Unique Artistic Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/amusebouche.md) - [Authentic American Meats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-team-usa-collection.md) - [Culinary Comedian Cookbooks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/foodheim-a-culinary-adventure.md) - [Summertime Sandwich Brand Books](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-blade-and-the-brine.md) - [Steak-Like Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carnal-umami-cut-beef-jerky.md) - [Unusual Food Tattoo Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/omaha-steak.md) - [Thick-Cut Bacon Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/steak-cut-bacon.md) - [Lamb-Style Meat Alternatives](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/juicy-marbles-meaty-meat.md) - [Meaty Plant-Based Ribs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-ribs.md)