# Literal Food Puns This Wordplay Sentences are Spelled Out Using Edible Ingredients By M | Published 2016-01-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wordplay-sentence References: [foodiggity](http://www.foodiggity.com/these-edible-food-puns-will-help-express-your-love/) & [cocinamarie](http://cocinamarie.com/) Talented creative and food enthusiast Marie Saba put together a series of literal wordplay sentences that creatively incorporate [edible ingredients](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mothers-day-artist-collection) into the phrases. The puns play off of words with similar sounding edible equivalents to create works of art posted to the artist's [Instagram](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brainrot-doughnuts) page. Puns and wordplays are enjoyable for many consumers and giving the sentences a sense of literalness adds to the fun of the language play. Saba's creative works do just that in her series #FoodValentines that focus specifically on [romantic puns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bebeto-valentines-day). The images include phrases such as "I am bananas for u" coupled with a pair of bananas and "We make a great pair" highlighting a green pear. The letters are also edible and made out of biscuits so that the entire work of wordplay art can actually be eaten. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.5/10 - Popularity: 39% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Literal Wordplay:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a platform or app that allows users to create their own literal wordplay sentences using edible ingredients for personalized messages and greetings. - **Edible Language Play:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a line of edible products, such as cookies or chocolates, that feature wordplay sentences on each piece, providing a unique and fun experience for consumers. - **Creative Food Art:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Collaborate with food artists and chefs to create visually stunning dishes or displays that incorporate literal wordplay sentences, enhancing the dining experience and engaging customers. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Food and Beverage:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop a range of food products, such as sauces or seasoning blends, that feature literal wordplay labels, adding a playful and memorable element to the packaging. - **Social Media:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Create a social media platform dedicated to sharing and discovering literal wordplay sentences using edible ingredients, fostering a community of wordplay enthusiasts. - **Art and Design:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Partner with artists and designers to create merchandise, such as clothing or home decor items, featuring literal wordplay designs made from edible materials, offering unique and quirky products. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Naughty Valentines Day Treats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sugar-wood.md) - [Romance Novel-Inspired Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chocolate-romance-collection.md) - [Herbaceous Edible Bouquets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/woolworths-fresh-bouquet.md) - [Suggestive-Visual Celebratory Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-chocolates-1.md) - [Love-Inspired Kitchenware](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-pie-punches.md) - [Hand-Painted Vegan Chocolates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/painted-with-love-chocolate-bon-bons.md) - [Flirty Food Billboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mccain-fries-and-heinz-ketchup.md) - [Candid Celebration Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/theres-an-edible-for-that.md) - [Realistic Food Candles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pantlers-rations.md)