# Fruit Bowl Branches Pick Your Food Straight from the Tree with the 'Mangier' by Smarin By Shayashi | Published 2010-08-19 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-alternative-fruitbowl References: [designyearbook.blogspot](http://designyearbook.blogspot.com/2009/04/mangier.html) & [smarin.net](http://www.smarin.net/) These adorable [tabletop tree sculptures](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-caramel-tree) make a novel alternative to the traditional fruit bowl. “[100% recyclable and eco-conceived](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tronco),” according to design company Smarin, the 'Mangier' is made from [natural beech](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roots-collection-1) and available in three structures for any foodstuff you care to adorn it with. Some more curious uses include marshmallows and even prawn crackers for a delightful paper moon effect. Indeed, the variety of "fruits" is limited only by imagination. The Mangier makes creative party trays or striking dining table centerpieces, providing a unique and interactive experience that combines food and design. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 60% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Interactive Food Sculptures:** The Mangier by Smarin creates a unique and interactive experience by combining food and design. - **Sustainable Tabletop Accessories:** The eco-conceived Mangier by Smarin is made from natural beech, providing an opportunity for sustainable tabletop accessories. - **Novel Food Presentation:** The Mangier by Smarin presents an alternative way of presenting food, opening opportunities for novel food presentation trends. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Hospitality:** The Mangier by Smarin could be a game-changer for restaurant and hotel dining, offering a unique and interactive food presentation for guests. - **Home Decor:** The trend for sustainable and natural home decor could be tapped into by offering tabletop accessories like the Mangier by Smarin, made from natural beech and eco-conceived. - **Event Planning:** The Mangier by Smarin presents a creative way to serve food at events, including parties and weddings, providing a unique and interactive experience for guests. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Mushroom-Based Fruit Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mycoworks-fruit-bowl.md) - [Mushroom Leather Fruit Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/a-fruit-bowl-by-heron-preston.md) - [Fruit-Inspired Furniture Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fruitinspired-furniture-collection.md) - [Tropical Fruit-Only Dessert Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dole-fruit-bowls.md) - [Fruit-Inspired Design Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soft-grounds.md) - [Coconut-Based Dessert Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-dream-bowls.md) - [Dynamic Colored Glass Bowls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tip-top-glass.md) - [Fruit-Focused Hotel Features](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/exotic-fruit-basket.md) - [Plant-Based Meatball Trees](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/veggieball-christmas-tree.md)