# Slow-Smoked Pork Sandwiches The Kickin’ Comeback Pulled Pork Sandwich Has Arrived at Dickey's By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-07-08 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kickin-comeback-pulled-pork-sandwich References: [foodmarket](https://www.foodmarket.com/News/A/1256631/0/Dickeys-Barbecue-Pit-Introduces-New-Sandwich-with-a-Kick) & [globenewswire](https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2023/07/06/2700439/0/en/Dickey-s-Barbecue-Pit-Introduces-New-Sandwich-with-a-Kick.html)  Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is "kicking" off the summer season with the launch of its new Kickin’ Comeback Pulled Pork Sandwich. Available as of July 10, 2023, the new Kickin’ Comeback Pulled Pork Sandwich is a fresh new way to enjoy the brand's signature slow-smoked pulled pork. The sandwich takes the pulled pork and pairs it with creamy coleslaw mixed with the brand's kickin’ comeback sauce, adds pickles, and serves it on a warm brioche bun. As Laura Rea Dickey, CEO Dickey’s Barbecue Pit, noted in a press release, "Our Kickin’ Comeback Pulled Pork Sandwich is a limited time option for guests that love traditional sandwiches but are also looking to spice up the classic barbecue meal.” Image Credit: Dickey’s Barbecue Pit ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 1% | Freshness: 16% - 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 ### What's Driving This Trend - **Limited Time Menu Items:** Restaurants can capitalize on the trend of offering limited time menu items to create excitement and drive sales. - **Flavor Innovation:** Food establishments can explore flavor innovation by combining traditional dishes with unique sauces or condiments to create delicious and memorable eating experiences. - **Elevated Comfort Food:** There is an opportunity for restaurants to elevate comfort food classics by using high-quality ingredients and creative flavor combinations to attract customers seeking both nostalgia and culinary adventure. ### Who This Affects Most - **Restaurant Industry:** The restaurant industry can benefit from the trend of limited time menu items by continuously providing new and exciting options to keep customers engaged and coming back. - **Food and Beverage Industry:** The food and beverage industry can explore flavor innovation by developing and marketing unique sauces or condiments that can be incorporated into various dishes to enhance taste and appeal to the adventurous consumer. - **Fast Casual Dining:** The fast casual dining sector can tap into the trend of elevated comfort food by offering high-quality versions of classic dishes with a modern twist, appealing to customers seeking a balance between indulgence and health-consciousness. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [BBQ Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wing-boss-1.md) - [Sandwich Buffet Catering Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-buffet.md) - [Summertime BBQ Catering Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickeys-barbecue-pit-catering-menu.md) - [Spicy Hawaiian Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hawaiian-spicy-chicken.md) - [Cuban Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-cubano.md) - [Patriotic BBQ Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickeys-barbecue-pit-1.md) - [Back-to-School Barbecue Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickeys-barbecue-pit-retail-deals.md) - [Pulled Pork-Topped Cheeseburgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pulled-pork-bbq-cheeseburger.md) - [Game Day Barbecue Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dickeys-barbecue-pit-specials.md)