# Fried Pickle-Based Wedges Boston Pizza is Serving Up New Deep Fried Pickle Wedges By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-04-28 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deep-fried-pickle-wedges References: [canadify](https://canadify.com/2023/04/26/boston-pizza-introduces-new-deep-fried-pickle-wedges/)  If you're a fan of all things pickled, then you're sure to enjoy [Boston Pizza's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/winged-ribs) new Deep Fried Pickle Wedges. Though the Canadian chain is best known for its pizzas, the new Deep Fried Pickle Wedges offer a clever twist on a classic side dish. Instead of the usual potato-based wedges, Boston Pizza has taken thick, [dill pickle spears](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-pickle-dips), breaded, and then lightly fried them until crispy. The Deep Fried Pickle Wedges are also served on a bed of lettuce and come with a side of buttermilk ranch dipping sauce. Perfect for sharing or enjoying as a fresh new side dish, the Deep Fried Pickle Wedges can be found now at participating Boston Pizza locations nationwide for a limited time. Image Credit: Boston Pizza ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.5/10 - Popularity: 13% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 15% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Food Trend: Pickle-based Dishes:** There is a growing demand for creative and unique dishes that feature pickled ingredients, offering opportunities for restaurants and food companies to innovate their menus and product lines. - **Alternative Sides Trend:** As consumers look for new and interesting side dishes, restaurants can offer creative alternatives to traditional potato-based sides, such as the Deep Fried Pickle Wedges served by Boston Pizza. - **Limited Time Offers Trend:** Limited time offers like the Deep Fried Pickle Wedges are becoming more popular among restaurants and food companies, allowing them to test out new products and flavors without a long-term commitment. ### Who This Affects Most - **Restaurant Industry:** Restaurants can incorporate pickled ingredients into their menu offerings to provide unique and interesting flavor profiles that can satisfy the tastes of adventurous consumers. - **Food Manufacturing Industry:** Companies that manufacture food products can explore the use of pickled ingredients to create new and innovative products that can stand out in a crowded marketplace. - **Hospitality Industry:** Hotels and resorts can offer unique and creative side dishes like the Deep Fried Pickle Wedges to appeal to guests looking for a new and exciting culinary experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Fried Pickle Wedges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/frickles.md) - [Deep-Fried Pickle Side Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickle-fries.md) - [Deep-Fried Proprietary Pickle Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/shake-shack-fried-pickles.md) - [Pickle-Infused Chicken Nuggets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dill-pickle-chicken-nuggets.md) - [Fried Pickle Appetizers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-pickles-with-ranch.md) - [Deep-Fried QSR Pickle Sides](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kentucky-fried-pickles.md) - [Premium Pickle-Topped Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-pickle.md) - [Limited-Time Pickle Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-pickled-menu.md) - [Pickle QSR Chicken Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pickled-menu.md)