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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Black Food” is a common card of the Memes World series 75, number 22373 of the collection, and the 246th best-known meme of its 300 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Black Food” meme mean?
The term captures the fascination with the dark, almost occult appearance of certain meals. It expresses a mix of curiosity, surprise, and sometimes apprehension regarding unusual food colors. Users employ it to comment on bold creations that challenge conventional gastronomic visuals, highlighting the novelty and artistic side of eating.
Where does the “Black Food” meme come from?
The trend is widely attributed to the Premium Kuro Burger launched by Burger King Japan in 2012. This product featured bread made with bamboo charcoal and squid ink ketchup, marking a shift in fast-food presentation. Although no single foundational video is identified, this marketing campaign initiated a lasting movement. The growing popularity of activated charcoal in the food industry further amplified this phenomenon, allowing both individuals and restaurants to create homemade or commercial versions of these dark dishes.
- 2012Launch of the Premium Kuro Burger by Burger King Japan, introducing bamboo charcoal bread.
How to use the “Black Food” meme
- Share a photo of black pasta on Instagram to highlight your culinary creativity.
- Comment on a blog post about exotic desserts by emphasizing their mysterious appearance.
- Use the term to describe an atypical hamburger during a conversation with friends interested in new trends.
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The “Black Food” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 22373 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Common |
| Collection | Memes World series 75 |
| Fame | 56/100 · #246 of 300 |
| Recycle value | 5 MemeCoins (15 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Black Food” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Black Food comes out of the Memes World series 75 as a common card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 5 MemeCoins.
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Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What is Black Food?
It is a culinary trend where foods are colored black using activated charcoal or squid ink for a striking visual effect.
Black Food origin?
The trend is often associated with the launch of the Kuro Burger by Burger King Japan in 2012, which popularized the use of charcoal in fast food.
Black Food meaning?
It refers to the dark and unusual aesthetic of dishes, celebrating food that seems to come from another world or the void.
How do I get the Black Food meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Black Food” is a common card of the Memes World series 75. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Black Food card?
It is a Common card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: The Truth About the Black Burger Burger King Launched and Why It ... · How to make black food in your beach club · Food in Black: Inky dark is the culinary world’s new bright spot · checked on October 17, 2026.
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