# Nostalgic Pop Culture Pastries These Video Game Snacks are Inspired by a Time-Tested Favorite By Alyson Wyers | Published 2013-07-18 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/video-game-snack References: [walyou](http://walyou.com/1-up-mushroom-pizza-rolls/) & [kitchenoverlord](http://kitchenoverlord.com/2013/07/11/1-up-mushroom-pizza-rolls/) These video game snacks are perfect for when you need a little boost. Inspired by the classic '1-up' mushrooms from every Super Mario Bros game to date, these puff pastries are 8-bit-themed and bite-sized. Chris-Rachael Oseland of KitchenOverlord.com created the 1-up Mushroom Pizza Roll Recipe. Ingredients include marinara, pepperoni, cheese and mushrooms (of course). Basil pesto is used to garnish the tops and add an appropriate green hue. Edible ball bearings make up the small, beady eyes of the Mushroom Kingdom citizens. While it's unlikely these [gamer-themed geek treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/trolli-x-xbox) will bestow you with additional lives in real life, at least the playful pastries will be filling. These video game snacks would be a great thing to have on hand for a gathering of gaming friends, or just for fun at home. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.4/10 - Popularity: 21% | Activity: 14% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Nostalgic Food Trends:** Exploring the popularity of nostalgic food trends can lead to innovative product concepts that tap into consumers' desire for comfort and familiarity. - **Geek Culture-inspired Food:** Creating food products inspired by popular video games and other elements of geek culture presents a unique opportunity to target a passionate and dedicated audience. - **Interactive Food Experiences:** Developing interactive food experiences, such as themed snacks and treats, can enhance the overall enjoyment and engagement of consumers, creating a memorable dining experience. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can leverage the nostalgic food trend by introducing innovative products that combine familiarity with modern flavors and presentation. - **Gaming Industry:** The gaming industry can explore collaborations with food brands to create licensed products that tap into the passion and loyalty of gamers, generating additional revenue streams. - **Event Planning Industry:** The event planning industry can incorporate interactive food experiences, such as themed snacks and treats, to enhance the overall entertainment value and engagement of various events and gatherings. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Nostalgic Gaming Cookies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oreo-x-super-mario.md) - [Video Game-Inspired Desserts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mario-kart-cookie-cruiser.md) - [Video Game-Themed Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/truffle-infused-hot-sauces.md) - [Game-Themed Noodle Launches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-powerup-shapes.md) - [Video Game Character Cafes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toadstool-cafe.md) - [Recreated Video Game Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playstation-to-plate.md) - [Gamer-Targeted Noodle Cups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gaming-cup-noodle.md) - [Ultra-Crunchy Mushroom Chips](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popadelics.md) - [Video Game Ice Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/super-mario-x-baskinrobbins.md)