# Portable Nacho Packets Taco Bell's New Walking Nachos are Designed for Easy Transport By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-07-29 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/walking-nachos References: [brandeating](http://www.brandeating.com/2016/07/taco-bell-priming-to-test-new-walking-nachos.html) Continuing to cater to the growing demand for more [portable snack foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/doritos-notchos), [Taco Bell](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantina-crispy-chicken-tortada) is set to begin testing its new Walking Nachos in Charlotte, North Carolina. Although the idea of serving nachos in a single-serve bag is nothing new, the concept has largely been a DIY dish for many consumers. Now Taco Bell wants to popularize the concept by releasing its own version of [nachos in a bag](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nacho-kit). Set to begin testing in August, Taco Bell's Walking Nachos made their official debut at a recent media event. The dish consists of specially made tortilla chips that are lightly seasoned and bite-sized for easy on-the-go snacking. The chips are then topped with a shredded three-cheese blend, seasoned ground beef, nacho cheese, guacamole, pico de gallo and sour cream. The dish is then served in a handy upright bag for handheld dining. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 28% | Activity: 37% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - 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 - **Portable Snack Foods:** The demand for easy-to-carry snacks presents opportunities for innovative packaging and convenient on-the-go eating experiences. - **Single-serve Bagged Foods:** Packaging popular dishes like nachos in single-serve bags allows for quick and effortless consumption, opening up possibilities for new grab-and-go food options. - **DIY Food Concepts:** The popularity of DIY dishes provides an opportunity for businesses to create their own versions of well-loved snacks and bring them into the mainstream market. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food Packaging:** Innovative food packaging solutions can be developed to cater to the demand for easy-to-carry, single-serve snacks like nachos in bag. - **Fast Food Chains:** Fast food chains can explore introducing new grab-and-go options like single-serve bagged nachos to cater to consumers looking for convenient and portable snacks. - **Food Delivery Services:** Food delivery services can consider adding single-serve bagged nachos to their menu, capitalizing on the trend of easy-to-eat and transportable snacks. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Streetstyle Snack Pouches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheezit-walking-taco.md) - [Oversized QSR Nacho Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-grande-nachos.md) - [Brisket Chili-Inspired Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brisket-chili-walking-taco.md) - [Portable Crispy Chicken Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cantina-crispy-chicken-tortada.md) - [Hybrid Nacho Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nacho-tiny-tacos.md) - [Dippable Cheesy Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/taco-bell-6.md) - [Cracker-Stuffed Mexican Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/big-cheezit-crunchwrap-supreme.md) - [Snack Chip-Packed Burritos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruffles-crunchy-double-dippers.md) - [Spicy Stacked Snack Crisps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/takis-crisps.md)