# Limited-Edition Pulled Pork Sandwiches The Erbert & Gerbert’s Porkwich is Crunchy and Satisfying By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2022-12-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erbert-gerberts-porkwich References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2022/12/13/erbert-gerberts-introduces-new-porkwich-sandwich/) & [erbertandgerberts](https://www.erbertandgerberts.com)  The [Erbert & Gerbert’s](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-sandwiches) Porkwich is a limited-edition sandwich being offered for patrons to pick up this holiday season as an indulgent, flavorful item to enjoy. The sandwich starts off with a freshly baked piece of French bread that's packed with pulled pork and topped with real Wisconsin cheese sauce and BBQ sauce for a creamy yet tangy flavor. The sandwich is then finished with crispy onions and [pickles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-johns-picklewich) for a crunch in every bite. The Erbert & Gerbert’s Porkwich is only being offered at participating locations for a short while and is priced at $9.99. The sandwich comes as part of the [wintertime recipes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bad-santa) being launched by several brands in the lead-up to the holidays as consumers crave more comforting, satiating fare. Image Credit: Erbert & Gerbert’s ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 0.9/10 - Popularity: 8% | Activity: 5% | Freshness: 14% - 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 ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Comfort Food Revival:** The limited-edition Porkwich highlights the trend of brands offering hearty and indulgent menu items for consumers looking for comfort food during uncertain times. - **Seasonal Offerings:** Limited-time holiday menu items, like the Porkwich, cater to consumers' desire for novel, festive food options and create buzz around a brand's traditional offerings. - **Gourmet Fast Food:** Brands like Erbert & Gerbert's are elevating the fast food experience by offering high-quality ingredients and upscale flavor profiles in their menu items. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Fast Food:** Fast food restaurants can leverage the trend of indulgent and comforting limited-time menu items to attract consumers and differentiate themselves from competitors. - **QSR:** Quick-service restaurants can create buzz around their brands and drive traffic by offering unique, seasonal items like the Porkwich. - **Casual Dining:** Casual dining establishments can draw in customers seeking classic comfort food with upscale twists, such as the gourmet Porkwich sandwich. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Cuban Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cubano.md) - [Extra-Meaty Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/quarter-pound-pulled-pork-sandwich.md) - [Hefty Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/potbelly-cubano.md) - [Meaty Macaroni-Topped Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smokestack-pork-mac-sandwich.md) - [Pasta-Topped Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mac-cheese-pulled-pork-sub.md) - [Fiery Flavor-Packed Sub Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spicy-sandwiches.md) - [Saucy Buffalo Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/disrupter-sandwich.md) - [Pulled Pork-Topped Cheeseburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulled-pork-bbq-cheeseburger.md) - [Festive Meal-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-ham-sandwich.md)