# Collaborative Charcuterie Kits Olympia Provisions & Cheese Sex Death Launch a New Charcuterie Kit By Jana Pijak | Published 2023-05-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-charcuterie-kit References: [olympiaprovisions](https://www.olympiaprovisions.com/collections/gift-collection/products/spring-box) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/cheesesexdeath/)  Portland-based fine food retailer and restaurant brand [Olympia Provisions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiptoh) has partnered with cheese expert and Cheese Sex Death author Erica Kubick on a new charcuterie kit. The kit speaks to growing consumer desires for influencer and expert-curated products that highlight niche food items they wouldn't normally buy, The Spring Charcuterie Kit includes Finocchiona, pistachio and lemon-infused Salami Etna, a Chevre Frais from Prarie Fruits Farm & Creamery, a pack of Effies Homemade Oatcakes, and a jar of [Girl Meets Dirt's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/krispy-kreme-x-girl-scouts) Rhubarb Lavender Preserves. This new charcuterie kit can also be paired with fresh fruits and veggies and a beverage of one's choice. Additionally, 7% of all net sales from this kit will be donated to the [Anne Saxelby Legacy Foundation](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/auntie-annes-pitch-pack) -- an organization that provides training opportunities in sustainable systems and agriculture to young adults both domestically and abroad. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.8/10 - Popularity: 24% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 16% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Influencer-curated Kits:** Expert-curated kits are becoming popular among consumers, presenting an opportunity to collaborate with influencers in various industries. - **Niche Food Products:** There is rising demand for specialized, unique food products that can be marketed through collaboration with other brands. - **Charitable Collaborations:** Collaborative products that give back to a social cause can create positive customer sentiment and attract socially conscious consumers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** The food and beverage industry can look to collaborate with influencers and experts to offer curated products and utilize unique ingredients to differentiate their brand. - **Non-profit Organizations:** Charitable organizations can partner with brands to create collaborative products that donate a portion of sales to a social cause they support. - **Hospitality:** Hotels and restaurants can utilize expert-curated kits to offer customers a unique experience and differentiate themselves from competitors. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [BBQ-Style Charcuterie Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbqterie-kit.md) - [Charcuterie Subscription Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-subscription-kits.md) - [Vegan Charcuterie Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/variety-charcuterie-packs.md) - [Artisan Charcuterie Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charlitos-cocina.md) - [Charcuterie Board Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-board-kits.md) - [Curated Pre-Assembled Charcuterie Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/preassembled-charcuterie.md) - [Charcuterie Tastemaker Panels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-board-of-directors.md) - [Charcuterie Snack Trays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-snack-trays.md) - [Festive Meat-Made Holiday Houses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charcuterie-chalet-kit.md)