# Pork-Topped Pastries The 2016 Canadian National Exhibition Will Serve Pulled Pork Cinnamon Rolls By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-08-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulled-pork-cinnamon-rolls References: [huffingtonpost](http://www.huffingtonpost.ca/2016/08/17/cne-foods-2016_n_11570336.html) & [theex](http://theex.com/) Continuing its tradition of serving up strange and innovative food products, the 2016 Canadian National Exhibition ([CNE](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cne-exclusive-offerings)) will be offering pulled pork cinnamon rolls alongside other unusual treats. The 2016 CNE menu will offer a medley of desserts and entrees ranging from insect-topped hot dogs to philly cheesesteak eclairs. However, the pulled pork cinnamon rolls from [Howie's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alcachino-lattes) Cinnamon Rolls are creating some of the most buzz. The sweet and savory treat consists of a warm cinnamon bun topped with tender pulled pork and drizzled in a sweet icing sugar frosting. For those looking for even more meat-infused pastries, the vendor will also be selling [cinnamon rolls made with bacon](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/black-label-cinnamon-toast-bacon) and whole hog. While the CNE's newest dish may not be vegetarian-friendly, it caters to the growing demand for outrageous food products. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.5/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 68% | 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's Driving This Trend - **Unconventional Food Combinations:** The trend of combining unexpected ingredients, such as pulled pork and cinnamon rolls, presents an opportunity for innovative food creations. - **Gourmet Fast Food:** The rise of gourmet fast food, featuring unusual and indulgent flavors, provides a market for unique food offerings like pulled pork cinnamon rolls. - **Meat-infused Desserts:** The trend of incorporating meat flavors into sweet treats opens up possibilities for creating novel and memorable dessert experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food Service:** Restaurants and food vendors can capitalize on the trend by offering creative, meat-infused desserts and unconventional food combinations. - **Event Planning:** Event planners and organizers can enhance the food experience at festivals and exhibitions by introducing innovative and unexpected dishes. - **Bakery:** Bakeries can tap into the trend by experimenting with unique flavor combinations and offering meat-infused pastries as a part of their menu. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bacon-Topped Cinnamon Buns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/schlotzskys-bacon-bon.md) - [Cinnamon Roll Cupcakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnamon-roll-cupcakes.md) - [Summer Exhibition Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cne-exclusive-offerings.md) - [Brunch-Themed Cinnamon Roll Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnaholic-brunchinspired-menu.md) - [Pull-Apart Caramel Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-mini-cinnis.md) - [Marinara-Filled Pizza Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/savory-pizza-roll.md) - [Canadiana QSR Donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadiana-donut-menu.md) - [Summertime Pork Pastry Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ginsters-bbq-pulled-pork-slice.md) - [Popping Candy Cinnamon Rolls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cinnabon-x-warheads.md)