Panera Bread Is Saying Ciao With Three New Italian-Inspired Menu Items
Overhead view of a salad bowl filled with fresh rocket or arugula, tomatoes, pine nuts, and a ball ... More of burrata cheese.
Okay, you may not be able to hop on a flight and live your coastal grandma vibes on the Italian coast, but thanks to Panera Bread's new menu expansion, you can get some tasty Italian flavors all summer long.
Earlier this year, the chain surveyed its customers and found that 76% of Americans believe Italy to be a must-visit destination. And, what's the best part of any trip? The food! The survey also revealed that 58% of Americans experienced major FOMO (fear of missing out) when Italian vacation pictures appeared on their timelines. This inspired the team at Panera to bring us three new Italian-inspired menu items just in time for summer. The brand says their Italian-inspired menu items are each crafted to capture the essence of old-world flavors with a bold twist.
What Are The New Italian-Inspired Menu Items?
Steak sandwich and Italian market salad
Italian-inspired menu items
Panera's Italian-inspired menu items will only be available for a limited time, so be sure to stop by your local store to try all of them before they're gone. The popular restaurant is also bringing a lot of other delicious flavors to the menu this summer.
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