# Pub Grub Hybrids Sweet Potato Pie Fries Bring a Touch of Seasonal Sweetness to the Classic Snack By Susan Keefe | Published 2011-10-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sweet-potato-pie-fries References: [tastykitchen](http://tastykitchen.com/recipes/sidedishes/crunchy-sweet-potato-pie-fries/) & [astoolatthecounter.wordpress](http://astoolatthecounter.wordpress.com/2011/10/05/crunchy-sweet-potato-pie-fries/) The food blog A Stool at the Counter whipped up these impressively tantalizing Sweet Potato Pie Fries. Aside from the delightful rhyming name, these vibrant starchy strips have a lot going for them. Taking the flavors from the Thanksgiving classic, this creative blogger transformed [pub food](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mccain-happy-frydays-cafe) into a captivating taste Odyssey. These fries start out unassumingly with a quick dip in some canola oil, but once the spices are added it's a whole new ball game. Coated in [sweet seasonal spices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popchips-sweet-heat) with an intriguing dash of cayenne, these once predictable fries take on a whole new flavor profile. After a quick roll in the crunch-inducing graham cracker crumbs, these puppies are ready for the oven, and I can only fantasized about the heavenly scent these tasty treats are sure to produce. Perfect as a starter, dessert or sweet side, these Sweet Potato Pie Fries are sure to become an instant classic. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.8/10 - Popularity: 6% | Activity: 9% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Sweet Potato Pie Fries:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Exploring new flavor profiles and combining traditional comfort foods with unexpected ingredients. - **Seasonal Sweetness:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating seasonal flavors into everyday foods to create a unique and enticing experience. - **Pub Grub Transformations:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Reinventing classic pub food by adding a twist of creativity and unconventional ingredients. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food & Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Developing innovative snacks and appetizers that offer a refreshing and unexpected twist. - **Bloggers/food Influencers:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Creating and sharing unique recipes with a focus on seasonal flavors and unconventional food combinations. - **Restaurant and Food Service:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Incorporating new and inventive pub food concepts into menus to attract adventurous and trend-seeking customers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vibrant Superfood Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/purple-sweet-potato-fries.md) - [Colorful Root Veggie Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/root-vegetable-fries.md) - [Waffle-Flavored Potato Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-city-waffle.md) - [Customizable Potato Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fry-bags.md) - [Sweet Potato QSR Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/my-sweet-potato-pie.md) - [French Fry Restaurant Concepts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fifis-fry-co.md) - [Rippled Air-Fried Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ripple-fries.md) - [Air-Fried French Fries](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/air-fried-french-fries.md) - [Savory-Sweet Potato Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vanilla-bean-whipped-sweet-potatoes.md)