Micarna is a meat producer from Switzerland that is now trying its hand at the world of desserts with an unconventional gelato flavor.
The brand recently unveiled its 'Chicken Gelati,' a hybrid snack that fuses Swiss chicken-based ice cream with infusions like Curry with Pineapple, Caramel and Tarragon. As far as the ratios at play, the Chicken Gelati is made up of about 20% ground chicken and 80% gelato mix.
The unusual gelato desserts are sold frozen in packs that include three single-serving plastic parfait-style containers. While items like gelato and ice cream are associated with desserts and chicken is often linked to lunch or dinner, this inventive item is actually meant to be consumed as an aperitif. As unconventional as the food item may seem, it's now becoming quite common to see unexpected combinations of sweet and savory flavors in the food and beverage industry.
Chicken Gelato Desserts
This Chicken-Based Gelato Flavor Functions as an Aperitif
Trend Themes
1. Savory Desserts - The trend of combining unconventional savory flavors with traditional desserts to create new and innovative culinary experiences.
2. Hybrid Snacks - A trend of combining different food categories to create hybrid snacks that offer unique sensory experiences to consumers.
3. Alternative Ingredients - An increasing trend of using alternative sources of protein and ingredients in desserts and snacks to cater to changing consumer preferences.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - This trend presents an opportunity for companies in the food and beverage industry to innovate by experimenting with unconventional flavor combinations and alternative ingredients to create unique and exciting products.
2. Meat Production - Meat producers could explore diversifying their product portfolios by venturing into the dessert and snack industry using meat-based ingredients.
3. Dessert and Snacks - Players within this industry can leverage this trend by experimenting with novel and unconventional flavors and ingredients to create distinct offerings that capture the attention and interest of consumers seeking variety.