# Spicy Sub Shop Menus Blimpie's New BBQ Subs are Inspired by the Grilling Season By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-06-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-subs References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2016/06/07/blimpie-debuts-sweet-spicy-bbq-subs-summer/) & [blimpie](https://www.blimpie.com/menu/lto/index.html) The popular sub shop chain [Blimpie](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-subs-menu) is kicking off the summer season with the introduction of three new BBQ subs. With chains such as [Burger King](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/carolina-bbq-original-chicken-sandwich) and Arby's replicating popular BBQ dishes, it is clear that the grill is serving as a major source of inspiration for fast food restaurants. The new BBQ subs from Blimpie come in three flavorful varieties: the Twisted Piggy, the Spicy Piggy and the BBQ Chick. The former is a pulled pork sandwich served with cheddar cheese and [Sweet Baby Ray’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blimpie-southern-and-spicy-sandwiches) Sauce on a salty pretzel roll. The Spicy Pig also features pulled pork, but it includes bacon ranch slaw and sriracha glaze for a fiery twist. Finally, the BBQ Chick comes with grilled chicken breast covered in Sweet Baby Ray’s Sauce, bacon ranch slaw and crispy onions. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.5/10 - Popularity: 4% | Activity: 4% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Food](https://www.trendhunter.com/food) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **BBQ Fast Food:** The popularity of BBQ-inspired fast food dishes is on the rise, presenting an opportunity for fast food chains to create unique BBQ menu items. - **Flavorful Subs:** The introduction of new and innovative sub sandwiches, such as the Twisted Piggy, Spicy Piggy, and BBQ Chick, showcases the demand for flavorful options in the sub shop industry. - **Grilling Season Influence:** The influence of the grilling season on fast food menus suggests an opportunity for restaurants to incorporate seasonal flavors and ingredients into their offerings. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** The rise of BBQ-inspired fast food dishes opens up opportunities for fast food chains to attract customers with unique menu items that cater to their barbecue cravings. - **Sub Shop:** The introduction of flavor-packed subs like the Twisted Piggy, Spicy Piggy, and BBQ Chick demonstrates the potential to captivate customers by offering innovative and delicious sub options. - **Restaurant:** The influence of the grilling season on fast food menus suggests that restaurants can experiment with seasonal flavors and ingredients to create disruptive dishes that cater to customer preferences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Southern Cuisine Submarine Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blimpie-southern-and-spicy-sandwiches.md) - [Premium Sub Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/premium-subs-menu.md) - [Caribbean Cuisine-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/caribbean-jerk-chicken-subs.md) - [Pizza-Inspired Submarine Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blimpie-pizza-subs.md) - [Extra-Meaty Sub Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-roast-beef-sub.md) - [Extra-Hearty Sub Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/blimpie-deli-primo.md) - [Smoky BBQ-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-the-smokehouse-edition.md) - [Marinara Meatball Subs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ultimate-meatball-sub.md) - [Tangy BBQ Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/memphis-style-bbq-chicken-sandwich.md)