# Rolled-Up Mexican Meals The 'Tacone' is Portable and Mess-Free Unlike a Traditional Taco By Shiori Mine | Published 2012-07-09 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacone References: [foodbeast](http://foodbeast.com/content/2012/07/08/the-tacone-is-what-happens-when-the-taco-isnt-one-handed-enough-for-america/) & [dudefoods](http://dudefoods.com/tacone/) Hard-shelled tacos are notorious for their delectable yet dangerously crumbling composition, which is why the Tacone creation is deliciously ingenious. Although I enjoy the crispy crunch of a [hard-shelled taco](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nacho-taco-bravo) as much as the next person, the inevitable mess makes this meal not so travel-friendly. The Tacone takes all the gooey fillings of this American-Mexican classic and wraps it up a crispy, [waffle cone holder](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-cones). Using an ordinary [waffle maker](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mvp-waffle-tacos) with an untraditional batter, creator Nick began one mouthwatering journey. The result? A savory bite that did not result in a mountain of napkins or sauce-stained shirts. Nick states on his site that "during the process of eating it not a single thing fell out of it onto my plate!" The tacone is a hybrid mash-up that transforms this savory meal into a functional sweet profile. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 43% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 - **Portable Mexican Meals:** The Tacone provides a mess-free and portable way to enjoy traditional Mexican flavors, creating opportunities for on-the-go meal options. - **Innovative Taco Alternatives:** The creation of the Tacone shows potential for the development of new and creative taco alternatives that improve on traditional options and offer a unique culinary experience. - **Hybrid Food Creations:** The Tacone demonstrates the potential for hybrid food creations that combine different cultural cuisines to create unique flavors and dining experiences. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The Tacone offers an opportunity for food and beverage companies to innovate and create new portable and less messy meal options, which can be marketed to a wider audience. - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can incorporate the Tacone into their menus as a new and unique option that appeals to customers looking for a convenient and enjoyable meal on-the-go. - **Food Trucks:** Food trucks can leverage the Tacone as a portable and convenient meal option to attract customers looking to experience new and unique culinary creations on-the-go. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Taco-Shaped Translation Devices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-translation-device.md) - [Artisanal Ice Cream Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/salt-straw-x-taco-bell.md) - [Iced Dessert Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-ice-cream-taco.md) - [Savory Waffle Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-taco.md) - [Collaboration Cracker Taco Shells](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ortega-cheezit-taco-shells.md) - [Sealed Tortilla Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-tortilla-pockets.md) - [Portable Crispy Chicken Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantina-crispy-chicken-tortada.md) - [Ready-to-Eat Breakfast Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tacodeli-grab-go.md) - [Perfectly Layered Taco Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tostada-wrap.md)