# Asian-Inspired Dessert Cones Toast Delight is Topping Its Egg Waffle Cones with Cotton Candy By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-08-23 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toast-delight References: [yelp](https://www.yelp.ca/biz/toast-delight-markham) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/Toastdelight/photos?ref=page_internal) Markham, Ontario's is putting a North American twist on a classic Hong Kong dessert by using creative toppings. Egg Waffle cones are a popular Hong Kong street food that feature a distinctive bubbled texture. While there are a number of ice cream shops offering the Asian-inspired cones, [Toast Delight](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/old-el-paso-1) is taking the treat to the next level with distinctly North American toppings. At Toast Delight, customers can order [egg waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-waffles) in delicious Asian flavors such as rose, milk tea and ube. The cones are then filled with unique ice cream flavors such as coconut, seaweed, red bean and even pork floss. While the cones and ice cream may draw on Asian ingredients, the shop is now topping its international treats with [cotton candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cotton-candy-magic-floating-puff-balls) for a state fair-inspired twist. The decadent egg waffle creations demonstrate how ice cream shops can draw inspiration from a wide variety of international cuisines to create unique flavor combinations. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 21% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **International Flavor Combinations:** Ice cream shops can explore international cuisines for unique flavor combinations. - **Creative Toppings:** Incorporating creative toppings like cotton candy can elevate dessert experiences. - **Asian-inspired Desserts:** There is a growing trend of Asian-inspired desserts gaining popularity in North America. ### Where This Applies - **Ice Cream Shops:** Ice cream shops can innovate by offering unique, Asian-inspired flavor combinations and creative toppings. - **International Cuisine:** Restaurants and food establishments can incorporate diverse flavors and ingredients from various cultures. - **Dessert Industry:** The dessert industry can explore new flavors and presentation styles to capture consumer interest. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Decadent Multitextured Ice-Cream Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hagendazs-debuts.md) - [Dubai-Style Waffle Cone Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-cones.md) - [Chocolate-Filled Mini Waffle Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/langtins-coneys.md) - [Cotton Candy Dipped Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pink-cotton-candy-cone.md) - [Playful Animal-Themed Cotton Candy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fluffee-floss.md) - [Gummy-Made Ice Cream Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mojoz-gummicone.md) - [Asian-Flavored Ice Cream Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asianflavored-ice-cream.md) - [Butter Cookie-Based Cones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butter-cookie-cones.md) - [Peanut-Filled Dessert Pies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-cone-pie.md)