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The Cutest Foods in the Country

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The Japanese culture of cuteness (kawaii) is becoming a phenomenon worldwide. It’s even made it into the food realm — if you look closely enough you can find adorable foods just about anywhere. Here are a few of our favorites.

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Creamart at Sweet Moment, NYC

At this sweet little dessert spot, there are plenty of chances to indulge in waffles, bingsoo (shaved-ice desserts) and over-the-top ice cream drinks. But the cutest of them all comes in the form of the colorful drink called the Creamart. It’s a cold drink that’s made with a base of either milk tea or cold-brew (your choice) and flavors like chocolate, matcha and red velvet. The talented staff then draws adorable designs and faces on the drink’s surface with cream, for added cuteness (and a snappable moment!).

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Snoopy Buns at Harumama Noodles and Buns, San Diego

Harumama serves up traditional Japanese fare — such as ramen, bao buns and bowls — with a side order of kawaii. For that Insta factor, add a few of their delectable character buns to the table, like Snoopy with a sweet red bean filling or Pooh bear with a sweet egg custard. Savory selections include a pig bun filled with pork and caramelized onions, and a chicken bun filled with mozzarella and caramelized onions.

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Flamingo Doughnuts at B’s Bakery, Frankfort, Kentucky

Doughnuts are delectable no matter how they look, but you may just want to take a picture of these flamingo doughnuts at B's Bakery before indulging. The glazed rounds are covered with pink sprinkles, and then a pink fondant neck and head of a flamingo is attached. It’s almost too cute to eat.

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Maneki Kiko Cocktail at Lineage, Maui, Hawaii

Top Chef alumnus Sheldon Simeon serves up a bit of his heritage in a restaurant where Hawaiian meets Filipino food. Munch on dim sum from the mobile carts and wash it down with a drink. An edible version of the maneki kiko (the good luck cat) is delicately placed on a cocktail of the same name made with vodka, almond spice liqueur, jackfruit shrub, sour orange, ginger and egg white.

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