# Seasonal Butternut Squash Raviolis Maggiano's Little Italy is Serving Up Butternut Squash Ravioli By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2024-12-01 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-ravioli References: [prnewswire](https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/fall-into-flavor-maggianos-little-italy-announces-new-seasonal-dishes-and-the-return-of-its-thanksgiving-menu-302303005.html) & [instagram](https://www.instagram.com/maggianoslittleitaly/p/DCEwtEftr_7/)  [Maggiano's Little Italy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggianos-little-italy) is [celebrating Thanksgiving through Christmas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-dining-experience) with several seasonal offerings, including the Butternut Squash Ravioli, "Riserva" Veal Parmesan, and Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake. Available for a limited time, all of these "Fall Favorites" lean into seasonal ingredients and comforting recipes. For instance, Maggiano's Roasted Butternut Squash Ravioli features [tender pasta pockets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-frozen-pasta) filled with a sweet butternut squash purée and drizzled with brown butter sauce. On the other hand, the “Riserva” Veal Parmesan consists of a 14-ounce breaded and fried bone-in veal chop topped with a savory marinara sauce and melted mozzarella cheese. Finally, the Pumpkin Praline Cheesecake pairs seasonal ingredients like pumpkin and pralines with a fluffy cinnamon whipped cream and candied pecans. As Dominique Bertolone, president of Maggiano's explains, "As we enter the holiday season—centered around family—we're excited to have Michelin-star Chef Anthony Amoroso on board to further elevate our menu with these uniquely crafted dishes." Image Credit: Maggiano's Little Italy ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 23% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 32% - 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 - **Seasonal Gourmet Offerings:** The trend towards seasonal gourmet offerings showcases innovative uses of familiar ingredients prepared in unique and sophisticated ways. - **Holiday-themed Menus:** Holiday-themed menus are becoming more popular, leveraging festive ingredients to create memorable dining experiences. - **Collaborations with Star Chefs:** Collaborations with Michelin-star chefs highlight a commitment to culinary excellence and the creation of extraordinary, limited-time dishes. ### Where This Applies - **Restaurant Industry:** The restaurant industry is continuously evolving by adopting new culinary trends and incorporating seasonal ingredients to enhance dining experiences. - **Gourmet Food Market:** The gourmet food market capitalizes on exclusive dishes and artisan ingredients, driving consumer interest in high-quality and unique offerings. - **Hospitality and Travel:** Hospitality and travel industries can benefit from seasonal and holiday-themed culinary innovations that attract customers seeking festive and upscale dining options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegetarian Squash Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-italian-lasagna.md) - [In-Restaurant Italian Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maggianos-little-italy.md) - [Autumnal Restaurant Chain Cheesecakes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-cookie-butter-cheesecake.md) - [Seasonal Pumpkin Pesto Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gourde-vibes-only-pizza.md) - [Cheesesteak-Stuffed Ravioli Pastas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-ravioli.md) - [National Lasagna Day Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-your-portion.md) - [Mascarpone-Infused Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creamy-mascarpone-polenta.md) - [Savory Butternut Squash Tarts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/butternut-squash-and-caramelized-onion-tart.md) - [Cheesy Double Decker Lasagnas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cheesy-double-stack-lasagna.md)