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Cinematic Dragon Gingerbread

This Smaug Replica is Made Entirely from Christmas Cookies

— December 29, 2014 — Art & Design
If you want to step outside of the traditional gingerbread house and create something out of this world, take a page out of Caroline Erikkson's book with this Smaug replica made entirely from carved gingerbread. The edible cookie dragon looks identical to the one featured in The Hobbit films.

Smaug is the infamous villain from The Hobbit that hoards treasures and gold. Erikkson completely rebuilt the popular mythical dragon using bits of gingerbread carved into realistic-looking scales, teeth and dragon wings. Every detail from Smaug's pointed tongue to his massive wings is incredibly crafted and put together. This edible Smaug replica is perfect for sci-fi fans looking to embed their love for The Hobbit into their holiday desserts.
Trend Themes
1. Edible Replicas - Creating edible versions of characters and objects from movies or pop culture can be a disruptive innovation opportunity for the culinary industry, especially during holidays or special events.
2. Food Artistry - Food artistry can revolutionize the culinary experience, allowing consumers to appreciate food as an art form and potentially drive more interest in culinary arts education.
3. Pop Culture Desserts - Combining pop culture references with desserts can be an innovative way to attract a younger, tech-savvy audience to try new baked good products.
Industry Implications
1. Culinary Arts - The trend of edible replicas and food artistry can drive innovation in the culinary arts, offering opportunities for chefs, bakers, and culinary schools to differentiate themselves in the industry.
2. Entertainment - Pop culture desserts could be an innovative way for the entertainment industry to monetize their franchises, inspiring fans to create or purchase products that feature their favorite characters and properties.
3. Baking and Pastry - The trend of creating edible replicas and food artistry can help bakeries and pastry shops stand out, attracting more customers and driving revenue.
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