3D food printing is the method of food preparation in which meals are designed by machine in precise layers, forming whatever shape has been programmed into the machine.

It has been suggested that the method can help limit food waste and provide solutions for healthy eating, including by Cambridge-based manufacturer Dovetail, which says its own machine can print food on demand, at the touch of a Smartphone.

Many of the dishes and snacks on show during the week will be produced by Dutch designer Byflow, a specialist in 3D food printing, whose customers include pastry chef, Jurgen Koens, of Eindhoven based bakery, Pastryclub.

“Inspiration is everywhere,” said Koens, whose shop will be the site of Byflow’s 3D food printing demonstrations and taster sessions over the course of the nine days.

Dutch Design Week runs from 21-29 October.