# Candy-Filled Egg Waffles Espresso Waffle's Tokyo-Inspired Eggette is Packed with Sugary Treats By Ell Smith | Published 2017-12-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tokyoinspired-eggette References: [dailytelegraph.au](https://www.dailytelegraph.com.au/newslocal/parramatta/smash-cake-desserts-and-international-flavours-make-their-mark-online/news-story/ff586555150d10f2345bac3cbd2b5f1c) Parramatta is a culturally diverse suburb in Australia, making it the perfect location for [Espresso Waffle](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/julius-meinl-and-kubus) to test out these sugary 'Tokyo-inspired eggettes,' which put a playful twist on the traditional Hong Kong treat. Eggettes are [spherical egg waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bubble-waffles) that can be enjoyed plain, but are often topped with fruit or chocolate, and rolled into a cone-like shape. The versatility of this treat makes it an ideal candidate for experimentation, as the cone is the perfect vessel for [a variety of flavor combinations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/waffle-bites). This particular eggette iteration features "root vegetable taro gelato with Oreos, Hong Kong lollies known as mochi and sweet taro sauce," all combined in a masterfully presented plate, appealing to those looking for a more decadent dessert experience. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 30% | Activity: 14% | 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Candy-filled Eggettes:** Creating new, eye-catching and playful variations of traditional treats to offer customers a more memorable culinary experience. - **Experimentation with Flavor Combinations:** The versatility of traditional dishes can be leveraged to create innovative flavor combinations and introduce new ingredients. - **Interactive Food Presentation:** Food presentation can enhance the overall dining experience, and creative, interactive displays can create lasting impressions on customers. ### Who This Affects Most - **Food and Beverage:** The food industry can benefit from experimentation with traditional dishes to create new variations and introduce new flavors, ultimately creating unique products that stand out in a crowded marketplace. - **Restaurants:** Restaurants and cafes can differentiate themselves from competitors by offering playful, interactive dining experiences that leave a lasting impression on customers. - **Hospitality:** The hospitality industry can leverage interactive food presentations to create unique guest experiences and increase customer satisfaction, ultimately leading to repeat business and positive reviews. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Soft Serve Croissants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/evana-patisserie-cafe.md) - [Ready-to-Heat Bubble Waffles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trader-joes-bubble-waffles.md) - [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) - [Multisensorial Snack Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dubai-chewy-ball.md) - [Waffle-Flavored Frozen Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eggo-ice-cream.md) - [Specialized Bubble Waffle Bars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aloha-waffle-bar.md) - [Viral Chocolate Easter Eggs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pistachio-kataifi-breton-egg.md) - [Savory Bubble Waffle Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/honey-moon-coffee.md)