# Cricket Stadium Snacks Aketta's Seasoned Dry-Roasted Crickets are Being Sold in the Philips Arena By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2017-11-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stadium-snacks References: [atlanta.eater](https://atlanta.eater.com/2017/10/26/16552228/atlanta-hawks-philips-arena-crickets-aketta) & [aketta](http://www.aketta.com/) Popcorn, hot dogs and nachos are some classic stadium snacks that can be found at big sporting events—but Aketta is introducing a new option that is crispy, savory, sustainable and packed with protein. Concession stands at the [Philips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philips-skylight) Arena, home of the [Atlanta Hawks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/womenempowering-craft-ale), are now serving seasoned cricket protein snacks from Aketta. [Seattle Mariners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/c200)' Safeco Field has also served the snacks, which were so popular among fans that they sold out. After hearing of this success, the Hawks culinary team inquired about getting Aketta cricket snacks stocked in the Philips Arena. A special Sweet-N-Spicy Cajun Crickets flavor was developed specifically for the stadium and its fans. In terms of taste, the cricket snacks are described as being "crunchy like chips and savory like sunflower seeds." ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.6/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 2% | 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) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Edible Cricket Snacks:** Food manufacturers can explore creating innovative and tasty cricket protein snacks to offer as healthier alternative options to traditional snack foods. - **Sustainable Protein Sources:** There is an opportunity for companies to invest in the development of sustainable protein sources like crickets as an eco-friendly and nutritious food option. - **Alternative Protein Sources:** Processed crickets can be marketed as an alternative to traditional meat protein for consumers who are seeking more environmentally friendly protein sources. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** Food and beverage companies can capitalize on the growing trend towards alternative, nutritious and sustainable protein sources by including cricket snacks in their product offerings. - **Sports and Entertainment:** Sports and entertainment venues can differentiate themselves and provide alternative snack options by partnering with companies that offer insect-based protein options like Aketta cricket snacks. - **Sustainability:** Companies in the sustainability and environmental fields can benefit from investing in cricket farming, as they can provide a more eco-friendly protein source compared to traditional animal protein sources. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cricket Jerky Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-jerky.md) - [Protein-Packed Cricket Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cricket-protein-bar.md) - [Critter-Packed Canine Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canine-treats.md) - [Insect-Based Inflight Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zipair.md) - [Plant-Based Concession Stands](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/plantbased-concession.md) - [Fan-Centered Stadium Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/special-menu.md) - [Edible Insect Lollipops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pest-infested-pops.md) - [Insect-Based Wet Dog Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wet-dog-food.md) - [Football-Focused Snack Flavors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheetos-crunchy-buffalo.md)