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Gilded Ramen Dishes

Clean the Sky - Positive Eco Trends & Breakthroughs

Koa Eatery Serves Ramen Noodle Dishes Decorated with Edible Gold Leaf

— May 14, 2016 — Lifestyle
Koa is an Asian cuisine restaurant located in Manhattan that offers one of the most expensive ramen dishes to-date that is served with top of the line ingredients and a luxe gold leaf finish. The meal costs $180 USD and is truly an opulent experience for cult foodies to enjoy.

The ramen bowl is coveted as the world's most expensive noodle dish and features an array of high quality and opulent ingredients to match the price tag. The meal contains top-of-the-line Wagyu beef, shaved truffles and an edible gold flakes. The dish is a divergent take on the traditional noodle soup, that is often known as one of the most affordable meals across the globe. The upscale take adds opulence and sophistication to the fast casual food.
Trend Themes
1. Luxury Dining - There's an opportunity to disrupt the restaurant industry by offering more high-end dining experiences like Koa Eatery's gilded ramen dishes.
2. Edible Gold Leaf - The use of edible gold leaf in food and drinks presents an opportunity for innovation in the food industry.
3. Elevated Comfort Food - There's a growing trend of adding luxury ingredients to traditional comfort foods, which could create disruptive opportunities for food businesses.
Industry Implications
1. Fine Dining Restaurants - Fine dining restaurants can offer expensive, high-end dishes like Koa Eatery's gilded ramen to attract adventurous foodies looking for unique experiences.
2. Food Service and Hospitality - Food service and hospitality businesses can explore the use of edible gold leaf and other luxury ingredients to enhance the customer experience and stand out from competitors.
3. Food and Beverage Manufacturers - Food and beverage manufacturers can create new product lines featuring edible gold leaf and other luxury ingredients to cater to affluent customers who seek indulgent dining experiences.
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