Schlotzsky’s recently introduced a line of gourmet macaroni entrees that cater to the growing number of customers looking for more high-end dishes that do not stray too far from familiar comfort foods.
The new 'Macs' as Schlotzsky's calls them, come in four different varieties, each of which is made with Canestrelli spiral pasta and gooey cheddar cheese. Each Mac features a different combination of high-end ingredients, including hickory wood smoked brisket, pesto-marinated shrimp and roasted red bell peppers. The chain is also offering a kid-sized version of its gourmet macaroni, which is made with a smaller portion of pasta and the same gooey cheddar cheese sauce.
The new mac 'n' cheese entrees from Schlotzsky's demonstrate how chains can elevate their menus without straying too far from classic dishes.
What's Driving This Trend
- Gourmet Macaroni
- Opportunity for restaurants to offer elevated versions of classic comfort foods like macaroni and cheese.
- High-end Ingredients
- Opportunity for food companies to create products that feature premium ingredients, appealing to customers seeking more luxurious dining experiences.
- Kid-sized Portions
- Opportunity for restaurants to cater to families by offering smaller portion sizes of gourmet dishes, making them more appealing and accessible to children.
Who This Affects Most
- Restaurant
- Opportunity for the restaurant industry to innovate and attract customers by offering gourmet macaroni entrees, elevating their menus.
- Food
- Opportunity for food companies to develop and market products that feature high-end ingredients, capitalizing on the demand for premium dining experiences.
- Family Dining
- Opportunity for family-oriented restaurants to cater to children by offering kid-sized portions of gourmet dishes, expanding their customer base.
