# Reinvented Meat Lasagnas Maple Leaf Tavern's Lasagna Features Veal, Bone Marrow and Mushrooms By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-03-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-lasagna References: [torontolife](http://torontolife.com/food/restaurants/maple-leaf-tavern-leslieville-jesse-vallins/) & [mapleleaftavern](http://mapleleaftavern.ca/food-and-drink/food/dinner/mains) Meat lasagna is just one of the North American comfort food classics that is reinvented at Toronto's [Maple Leaf Tavern](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoked-duck-legs). Rather than being topped with red sauce, the lasagna is served in a soup-like dish that is filled with enough sauce to be enjoyed with every bite. On the menu, the dish is simply titled 'Lasagna,' although it offers an inventive twist on the traditional recipe with toppings of veal shank, bone marrow and porcini mushrooms. Maple Leaf Tavern's Lasagna is served alongside a chopped salad. As consumers -- Boomer in particular, look to increase their intake of protein, many are turning to meat as a source. This reinvented lasagna dish provides patrons with a unique way to satisfy their desire for [comforting gourmet food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggianos-little-italy) and necessary nutrients all at once. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.7/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 10% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Comfort Food Reinvention:** Opportunity to innovate on classic comfort food dishes for a unique dining experience. - **Meat Protein Increase:** Opportunity to incorporate meat into dishes as consumers aim to increase protein intake. - **Inventive Food Presentation:** Opportunity to explore new ways of food presentation for a visually appealing and memorable dining experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Innovative dishes like the reinvented meat lasagna can attract consumers looking for unique dining experiences. - **Culinary Arts:** Reinventing classic dishes like meat lasagna requires creative and skilled culinary experts. - **Nutrition and Health:** Opportunity to develop dishes like the meat lasagna that incorporate necessary nutrients and cater to consumers aiming to meet dietary goals. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Wholesome Vegan Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-lasagnas.md) - [TV Diner-Style Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/four-cheese-lasagna-tv-dinner.md) - [Canned Lasagna Soups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-soups.md) - [Lasagna-Centric Menu Expansions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-fest.md) - [Italy-Celebrating Lasagna Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-heritage-month.md) - [Satisfying Rolled Pasta Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fazolis-lasagna-rolls.md) - [Vegetarian Squash Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-italian-lasagna.md) - [Heat-and-Eat Plant Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plant-based-pasta-carbonara.md) - [Lasagna-Flavored Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lasagna-inspired-bloody-mary-mix.md)