# Dishes Made of Pork Bacon Cups and Bowls By Howard Wu | Published 2008-08-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/not-martha-bacon-cups-and-bowls References: [notmartha.org](http://www.notmartha.org/archives/2008/02/27/bacon-cups/) ...yet another addition to Trend Hunter's long series of [bacon-related inventions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bacon-macaroni-cheese)! These woven bacon cups and bowls are attractive enough to make any non-vegetarian blush. Several dishes can be served in these [bowls or cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/incredifulls), including [hors-d'oevres](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hash-brown-topple-tower), salads, or even a deserts. I'm not sure whether these have appeared on a major culinary television show yet, but if not, it is a safe bet that their mass-media debut will not be too far in the future. Try this at home! ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.2/10 - Popularity: 31% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Gourmet Bacon Creations:** Opportunity for chefs and food entrepreneurs to create innovative dishes using bacon as the main ingredient, catering to bacon enthusiasts. - **Edible Dishware:** Opportunity for foodservice industry to adopt sustainable and visually appealing edible dishware, reducing waste and offering a unique dining experience. - **Bacon-themed Culinary Experiences:** Opportunity for event planners and culinary professionals to design bacon-themed food events or festivals, attracting bacon lovers and food enthusiasts. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for food companies to develop new bacon-infused products or unique bacon dishes to cater to the growing demand for bacon-inspired cuisine. - **Hospitality and Events:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for event planners and hospitality businesses to create immersive bacon-themed experiences, combining food, entertainment, and unique dining concepts. - **Packaging and Sustainability:** Disruptive innovation opportunity for companies in the packaging industry to develop eco-friendly and edible packaging solutions, such as bacon-based edible bowls and cups, promoting sustainability in the foodservice industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Flavor-Packed Bacon Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pork-clouds.md) - [Expansive Bacon-Themed Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baconfest-lineup.md) - [Delectable Plant-Based Bacons](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-bacons.md) - [Upcycled Bacon Jams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tbj-gourmet-bacon-jam.md) - [Bacon-Scented Wrapping Papers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-bacon-wrapping-paper.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Plant-Based Bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-bacon-style-strips.md) - [Comforting Bacon-Themed Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-bacon-menu.md) - [Carrot Bacon Strips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carrot-bacon.md) - [Meatless Bacon Cubes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/meat-free-bacon.md)