# Geeky Super Mushroom Seasoners Super Mario Salt and Pepper Shakers Spice Food Up Gamer Style By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-salt-and-pepper-shakers References: [gameswag](http://gameswag.com/2011/11/super-mario-salt-and-pepper-shakers-released/) & [play-asia](http://www.play-asia.com/Super_Mario_PrePainted_Salt_Pepper_Shaker_Powerup_Mushroom/paOS-13-71-7g-49-en-70-4fxh.html) The latest in [gaming novelty items](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-talking-flower) is the Super Mario Salt and Pepper Shakers, which bring the geek from the screen into the kitchen. The Super Mario Salt and Pepper Shakers take on the form of the [super mushrooms](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-last-of-us-x-alice-mushroom) that are popular element in Mario's world. Now these items that are often a must-have in the game are coming to the kitchen as [seasoners](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/atari-sauce). The top half pops off to reveal a perforated top that can be lifted to store any seasoning you desire. There will be two colors available in these shakers, which includes red and green; if you're a gamer and want the more technical replica, the shakers are available as the power-up mushroom (red) or the 1up mushroom (green). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 15% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - Top markets: North America, 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 - **Gamer-themed Novelty Kitchen Items:** Opportunities for gaming companies to expand into kitchen accessories and merchandise. - **Functional Item Reimagining:** Potential for other functional items to be reimagined in creative and playful ways. - **Pop Culture-inspired Seasoning Containers:** Market for seasoning containers inspired by popular culture icons and designs. ### Who This Affects Most - **Gaming Merchandise:** Gaming merchandise can branch out to other industries by creating practical items based on gaming themes. - **Kitchen Accessories:** Companies that manufacture kitchen accessories can explore more diverse product design and themes for new customers. - **Food Industry:** Food industry companies can market products using pop culture themes to capture the attention of younger audiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Video Game-Inspired Homewares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-home-adventure-life.md) - [Video Game Travel Merchandise](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nintendo-super-mario-travel-items.md) - [Game-Themed Noodle Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-powerup-shapes.md) - [MSG Shaker Sets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shaker-sets.md) - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [Gaming Star Toppers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/invincibility-star.md) - [Quirky Fungi Kitchenwares](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/magic-mushroom-funnel.md) - [Video Game Character Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toadstool-cafe.md) - [Gamer Instant Noodle Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nissin-cup-meshi.md)