# Popsicle-Shaped Melon Slicers This Handy Watermelon Slicer Cuts Perfectly Portioned Fruit Snacks By Ady Floyd | Published 2015-07-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/watermelon-slicer References: [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/pages/Avihai-Shurin-Product-Design/199754250052075) & [mnkbusiness](http://www.mnkbusiness.com/pepo-watermelon-slicer/?___store=en) Avihai Shurin from ‘Monkey Business’ has designed this creative and useful watermelon slicer that easily cuts the large melon fruit into perfect snack-sized portions. This cookie cutter device is shaped like a popsicle, which allows the watermelon’s skin to stay intact and act as a handle. To use the PEPO, start by cutting a watermelon in half and then slicing it into circular sections. Then, using the PEPO watermelon slicer, line up the bottom of the slicer with the edge of the fruit and push down. The result is a [popsicle-like piece of fruit](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/popoff) that can be held and eaten just like a [frozen treat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/del-monte-freeze-pops). PEPO is a safe, convenient and easy kitchen aid. This playful devices adds a little extra fun to the enjoyment of eating delicious fruit on a warm summer day. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.2/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 22% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Gen Alpha, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Creative Kitchen Gadgets:** Opportunity for innovative kitchen tools that enhance the convenience and enjoyment of food preparation and consumption. - **Single-use Utensils:** Potential for the development of disposable utensils that make eating certain foods more convenient and hygienic. - **Interactive Food Presentation:** Opportunity for food presentation tools that engage the senses and enhance the dining experience. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Kitchenware:** Disruptive innovation potential for companies producing unique and creative kitchen gadgets. - **Food Packaging:** Opportunity for companies specializing in single-use utensils and packaging solutions. - **Hospitality:** Potential for restaurants and hotels to offer interactive food presentation experiences to enhance customer satisfaction. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Jewelry-Inspired Ice Pop Makers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/zoku-ring-pop-mold.md) - [Ice Cream Sandwich Scoops](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ice-cream-sandwich-scoop.md) - [Avocado-Shaped Vegetable Cutters](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/avo-multifunction-veggie-cutter.md) - [Sour Frozen Pop Bites](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodpop-x-smartsweets.md) - [On-Demand Retail Pineapple Slicers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pineapple-slicing-machine.md) - [Watermelon-Inspired Ice Cream Cakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wattamelon-sherbet-cake.md) - [Functional Nostalgic Watermelon Sodas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/slice-watermelon.md) - [Watermelon-Flavored Lip Masks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laneige-watermelon-pop.md) - [Canned Watermelon Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mela.md)