# Spaghetti Taco Shells This Mexican-Themed Twist on Spaghetti and Meatballs is From The Vulgar Chef By Alyson Wyers | Published 2015-06-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaghetti-taco References: [thevulgarchef](http://thevulgarchef.com/2015/06/16/spaghetti-meatball-tacos/) People have been using spaghetti noodles for all kinds of things lately, which now includes a [spaghetti taco shell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dessert-taco-shell). Created by food blog The Vulgar Chef, the Spaghetti and Meatball Tacos are not only made with a crunchy spaghetti vessel, the contents inside consist of meatballs smothered in marinara sauce and topped with powdered parmesan cheese. So for people who love tacos as well as [spaghetti and meatballs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaghetti-garlic-bread-donut), this hybrid meal is a fun new way to enjoy both at the same time. The Vulgar Chef describes the spaghetti taco as being extremely easy to make, but also suggests [seasoning the noodles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaghetti-dust). This is another example of culinary adventurers tweaking well-loved traditional dishes by changing the format without altering the ingredients much. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.7/10 - Popularity: 26% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Spaghetti-taco Hybrid Meals:** Opportunity for restaurants and food bloggers to create innovative recipes that combine two or more popular dishes or cuisines. - **Alternative Food Vessels:** Opportunity for food manufacturers and packaging companies to develop unique packaging or vessels for food items, such as using spaghetti noodles as a taco shell. - **Unconventional Food Pairings:** Opportunity for chefs and food bloggers to experiment with combining unexpected food items to create new and exciting flavors and dining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Dining:** Restaurants and food bloggers can benefit from creating unique and interesting dishes that appeal to adventurous eaters. - **Packaging and Containers:** Food and packaging companies can capitalize on the trend of alternative food vessels by offering unique and innovative packaging options. - **Hospitality and Tourism:** Hotels and resorts can incorporate unconventional food pairings into their menus as a way to offer unique dining experiences to guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pasta-Inspired Pizza Recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spaghetti-and-meatballs-pizza.md) - [Collaboration Cracker Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ortega-cheezit-taco-shells.md) - [Chef-Approved Puffed Pasta Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/puffed-pasta-chips.md) - [TikTok-Viral Tortellini Bakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tiktok-tortellini.md) - [Cheddar-Encrusted Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheddar-crunch-tacos.md) - [International Cuisine Taco Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/velvet-bowls.md) - [Crispy Street-Style Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-street-chalupas-1.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Spaghetti Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pizza-baked-spaghetti.md) - [Snackable Pasta Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snoods.md)