This year's edition of EPCOT International Food & Wine Festival's Flavors from Fire shared sweet and savory foods with a smoky twist, including The S’mores Whoopie Pie-lon. Made with smoked chocolate cake, graham cracker, marshmallow, chocolate ganache and candied bacon, the treat offers a different experience of a classic treat with more depth of flavors.
The recent event also offered other smoky flavors like Charred Chimichurri Steak on a Smoked Corn Cake and Smoked Corned Beef with Crispy Potatoes.
Sweet and smoky flavor pairings are on the rise, especially as people crave more flavors to explore, an element of surprise and elevated treats that remind of the cozy and comforting experience around the campfire.
Smoky Whoopie Pies
The S’mores Whoopie Pie-lon Features Smoked Chocolate Cake Slices
Trend Themes
1. Sweet and Smoky Pairings - There is an increasing demand for sweet and smoky flavor combinations that offer an elevated taste experience.
2. Smoked Desserts - Smoked desserts, such as the Smoky Whoopie Pies, are gaining popularity among foodies and dessert enthusiasts.
3. Elevated Comfort Food - Comfort foods like whoopie pies are being reimagined with new flavors and ingredients to provide an elevated experience for consumers.
Industry Implications
1. Food and Beverage - Food and beverage companies can capitalize on the trend of sweet and smoky flavor pairings to create new and exciting products for consumers.
2. Hospitality - Hotels and restaurants can incorporate smoked desserts and other flavor varieties to create unique and memorable dining experiences for guests.
3. Event Planning - Event planners can incorporate sweet and smoky flavors into their menus to offer unique and memorable culinary experiences for attendees.