Panera Toasted Baguettes heat up the flavor on the brand’s signature bread
For some people, a sandwich is just tastier when it is toasted. From the warmth in the hands to the crunch of the bite, the toasted bread makes everything inside it even more satisfying. The new Panera Toasted Baguettes transform the brand’s signature bread into the most delicious new menu offering.
Panera has used menu innovation to entice guests to see that soup, salad, and sandwich in a new light. Although the brand’s unlimited coffee promotions have immense value to guests, the blend of classic and trending flavors on the food menu keeps them sitting at the table.
Over the past several years, the fast casual restaurant has brought flatbreads, Thai soup, and even its own take on the chicken sandwich to the food conversation. While keeping its environmentally conscious goals front and center, the culinary minds appreciate that classics like mac and cheese seem even more satisfying when they can be paired with a new option.
According to Claes Petersson, Head Chef and Chief Food Innovation Officer, Panera Bread, “At Panera, our chefs and bakers know that our iconic Panera baguette is beloved by our guests as a side to our many soups, salads and entrees – so, what better way to deliver a new craveable innovation than by using it for a sandwich filled with bold and fresh flavors? Toasting our baguette sandwiches gives the perfect blend of crunchy crust with a pillowy-soft center that makes it easy to take the perfect bite, and we’re excited to offer our guest three delicious flavors to enjoy.”
What are the new Panera Toasted Baguettes flavors?
The new Panera Toasted Baguettes transform the brand’s signature bread into delicious sandwiches. While a classic side with that soup or salad, it is the first time that the bread has been used in a sandwich.
The three sandwich flavors are Green Goddess Caprese Melt Pepperoni Mozzarella Melt, and Smoky Buffalo Chicken Melt. The various options have a broad appeal. From classic flavors to pushing the envelope slightly, many people will be craving that first taste.
The most innovative flavor is the Green Goddess Caprese Melt. Made with Peppadew peppers, mozzarella, parmesan, arugula, basil, green goddess dressing and garlic aioli, it isn’t just putting salad on a baguette. It is about transforming those craveable flavors in a new way. It is vibrant and satisfying.
For the pizza lover, the Pepperoni Mozzarella Melt is that cheesy, meaty goodness that pizza lovers want but in a different format. It proves that favorite flavors can be transformed and give that concept a new life.
Panera Toasted Baguettes are a warm bite on chilly days
To launch the new Panera sandwiches, the brand is dropping a special deal in select cities. As Eduardo Luz, Chief Brand & Concept Officer, Panera Bread said, “Following last year’s extremely successful launch of Chef’s Chicken Sandwich, the launch of Toasted Baguettes is the next phase of our sandwich strategy.” This promotion balances both “abundance and value for our guests.”
From January 17 through January 22, select cities will get free toasted baguettes when the temperatures drop below 32 degrees. According to the brand, when temperatures hit 32 or below in “New York City, Boston, Denver, Washington, DC or Chicago, Panera will drop a code for a FREE Toasted Baguette sandwich on local digital billboards.” From the New York City’s famous Time Square marquee to a drop in the actual Chicago snow, everyone can watch Panera’s socials for more information.
Even if the weather is frightful, the new Panera Toasted Baguettes are quite delightful. Ready to get that first taste?