Food Patterns
Name one food that always sells at events.
Cookies, lemonade, chips, or any familiar snack.
If you were in a hurry, what food would you grab first?
Quick, easy-to-eat snacks.
Which sounds better: “Chocolate Chip Cookie” or “Midnight Melt Cookie”?
“Midnight Melt Cookie” — the unusual name catches attention.
Name one way to fix a food idea that would flop.
Change the look, name, size, or packaging.
What’s the #1 trait that makes a food sell out?
Appealing to customers — looks, taste, trendiness, or price.
What makes a food look “irresistible”?
Color, packaging, shape, or presentation.
Would you buy something messy even if it tasted amazing?
Sometimes, but messiness can stop sales.
Which is more important: the look of the food or the name?
Both matter; first impressions often drive the sale.
If your snack melts too fast, what could you do?
Change packaging, make it smaller, or adjust ingredients.
Quick brainstorm: What food would YOU sell at the next iBlock Market?
Student answers; encourages creativity
Have you ever bought food just because of the packaging? Which one?
Any real answer; encourages discussion.
Which matters more: price or taste?
Depends on the customer, but both influence buying.
Quick pick: Buy or Bye — Cookie cup, plain muffin, chocolate pretzel, $5 lemonade?
Varies; discuss gut instinct.
Imagine your snack is too expensive — how could you make it sell anyway?
Offer smaller portions, bundle it, or emphasize value.
How do you know if an idea is good before testing it?
Observe trends, ask people, or do a small trial.
Name one trend you’ve noticed in snacks or drinks lately.
Student answers; e.g., bubble tea, energy bites, donuts
Name one “weird” food idea that could actually sell.
Any creative answer; e.g., rainbow popcorn, cookie sandwiches
Have you ever tried a food just because it looked cool on social media?
Student answers; reinforces first impressions.
Pick one boring snack and make it fun in 30 seconds.
Any creative student answer; e.g., decorating plain popcorn with colors
What’s more important for your market: creativity or practicality?
Both matter; balance is key.
Why do some foods sell out even if they’re average tasting?
Because of trendiness, packaging, convenience, or name.
If a friend only eats trendy foods, what would you recommend?
Foods that are popular on social media or current fads.
What is a “gut decision” when buying food?
The instant choice made without thinking too much.
If a food trend changes overnight, what would you do with your idea?
Adapt quickly — change appearance, name, or theme.
Which skill from today will help the most when actually selling food?
Observation, creativity, adaptation, or decision-making.