# Uber Geeky Food DIY Nintendo "1UP Mushroom" Burger By Bianca | Published 2008-07-04 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-food-recipes-diy-mario-1up-mushroom-burger References: [instructables](http://www.instructables.com/id/1UP-Mushroom-Mushroom-Burger/) If you thought the "1UP Mushroom" in the Super Mario [Nintendo](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-day) games looked tasty, here's your chance to bite into one! This how-to guide shows you have to make your very own vibrant green [1UP Mushroom burger](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doom-burger) and yes, (instructables.com claims) it's edible. They also have instructions for 1UP Cakes! Ladies, if you've ever wanted to get your gamer boyfriend to take an interest in cooking, this is the article you have to show him. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.0/10 - Popularity: 70% | Activity: 13% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Games](https://www.trendhunter.com/games) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Geeky Food DIY:** Opportunity for food brands to create geeky-themed DIY food kits for consumers to make at home. - **Novelty Burgers:** Opportunity for restaurants to offer novelty burgers inspired by popular culture, like video games, to attract a younger audience. - **Edible Art:** Opportunity for artisans to create edible art pieces and sculptures that resemble popular icons, appealing to food and art enthusiasts alike. ### Where This Applies - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for the food and beverage industry to tap into the geek culture and create unique, visually appealing food experiences. - **Gaming:** Opportunity for gaming companies to collaborate with food brands to create promotional tie-ins where gamers can unlock exclusive DIY food recipes or experiences. - **Art and Design:** Opportunity for artists and designers to explore the intersection of food and art, creating new mediums and platforms for edible artwork to be showcased and appreciated. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game Character Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toadstool-cafe.md) - [Game-Themed Meal Kits](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-day.md) - [Recreated Video Game Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-to-plate.md) - [Burger-Themed Slime Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slime-life-cheeseburger-diy-slime-kit.md) - [Loaded Maitake Mushroom Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konya-wa-maitake-burger.md) - [Expansive Gamer Treat Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baskinrobbins-super-mario-menu.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Game-Themed Noodle Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-powerup-shapes.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md)