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Panera is adding a new sandwich, salad, and drink to their menu for the summer.The new additions are inspired by the flavors of Italy and will be available beginning June 25.Members of Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club can enjoy the new drink all summer.
Ready to hop on a plane to Italy? Thanks to Panera’s new menu additions for summer, your favorite Italian flavors are closer than you might think.
In a survey conducted by the fast casual restaurant chain, 76 percent of Americans shared that an Italian summer is a true bucket list trip, and the best part of that trip would be the food, so Panera got to work creating three new Italian-inspired menu items.
“The new offerings, available for a limited time only, are part of Panera’s summer menu launch and perfect for warm-weather cravings and al fresco dining that will transport you to your own European escape,” a written statement from Panera shared with Southern Living stated.
The new menu items include:
Italian Steak & Mozz: Tender, marinated sliced steak, fresh mozzarella, vine-ripened tomato, arugula, garlic aioli, fresh basil and Italian dressing on Panera’s Black Pepper Focaccia.Italian Market Salad: Mixed greens with arugula, tossed in Italian dressing. Topped with soppressata, shredded asiago cheese, chopped basil, salt and pepper, chickpeas and croutons.Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca: Refreshing lemonade made with agave nectar and strawberry puree fruit blend, infused with fresh strawberries and basil.
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“Panera’s Unlimited Sip Club members can enjoy the Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca all summer long and now through June 30, new subscribers get three free months of endless sips,” a written statement from Panera said.
Ready to dig into one of each? Head to your nearest Panera—and fast. The Italian Steak & Mozz, Italian Market Salad, and Strawberry Basil Lemonade Fresca are only available for a limited time.