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# Gift-Wrapped Heroes
The Holiday Sub Sandwich from Erbert & Gerbert is Perfect for Everyone

By Marissa Liu | Published 2009-11-24 | Special
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/holiday-sub
References: [thedieline](http://www.thedieline.com/blog/2009/11/erbert-gerberts-holiday-subs.html) & [behance.net](http://www.behance.net/Gallery/Holiday-Sub-Wrap/188376)

Need a gift that won’t break the bank for that always difficult-to-buy-for someone in your life? Try the [Erbert & Gerbert](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/erbert-gerberts-porkwich)’s Holiday Sub and sandwich that come [gift wrapped](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-deliciously-collection) -- just don’t leave it under the tree for too long.

This [holiday sub](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turkey-feast-sandwich) resembles a brightly wrapped present, complete with box and Christmas-themed wax paper. Erbert & Gerbert’s tagline is, “Subs worth discovering” and now anyone can unwrap some savory treats well-worth discovering on Christmas day.

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.3/10
- Popularity: 37% | Activity: 24% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America, Europe

## Categories

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## Key Themes

### What Makes This Trend Stand Out

- **Gift Wrapping Food:** The trend of gift wrapping food items, like sandwiches, can create a unique and visually appealing gifting experience.
- **Holiday-themed Packaging:** The use of holiday-themed packaging, like Christmas-themed wax paper and boxes, can enhance the festive spirit of food gifts during the holiday season.
- **Affordable Gifting Options:** The demand for affordable yet thoughtful gifting options can be met by offering gift-wrapped food items as an alternative to traditional gifts.

### Sectors Adopting This

- **Food Packaging:** Food packaging companies can explore innovative ways to incorporate holiday-themed designs and gift wrapping techniques into their packaging solutions.
- **Restaurant Chains:** Restaurant chains can capitalize on the trend of gift-wrapped food items by introducing special holiday-themed menu items or limited-time offers for the festive season.
- **Online Food Delivery:** Online food delivery platforms can leverage the trend of gift-wrapping food items to offer customers the option of sending surprise food gifts to their loved ones during the holiday season.

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