# Vegan-Friendly Cuban Sandwiches Native Foods Has Just Released Its New Cubano Sandwich By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-03-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-cubano-sandwich References: [eaterypulse](https://eaterypulse.com/2023/03/02/native-foods-features-cubano-sandwich-in-march/) & [nativefoods](https://nativefoods.com/march-2023-vegan-cubano-sandwich/)  The growing vegan fast casual brand [Native Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-bbq-pulled-pork-sandwich) recently announced the release of its new Cubano Sandwich. Featured as the Chef’s Special for March, the new Cubano Sandwich is a vegan-friendly take on a classic Cuban sandwich. The dish starts with [plant-based pulled pork](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chunk-pulled-products), which is then paired with [housemade tofu ham](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ham-alternative), plant-based provolone cheese, grainy dijon mustard, pickle slices, and plant-based mayo. All the plant-based ingredients are served on a freshly toasted and pressed baguette. Alongside the sandwich, fans can enjoy a loaded baked potato salad, or choose from premium sides like mac and cheese or homemade soup for an additional charge. The new Cubano Sandwich is available now through until the end of March at all Native Foods locations. Image Credit: Native Foods ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.3/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 61% | Freshness: 15% - 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 ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Plant-based Fast Food:** Create More Vegan Versions Of Classic Dishes. - **Meat Alternatives:** Experiment With More Tofu-Based Products In Your Recipes. - **Incorporating Vegetables in Sandwiches:** Experiment With Different Vegetables To Add Texture And Flavor To Your Sandwiches. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Industry:** Develop More Plant-Based Menu Items To Cater To The Growing Vegan Market. - **Food Ingredient Industry:** Create More Innovative Meat Alternatives That Can Rival The Taste And Texture Of Meat Products. - **Vegetable Farming Industry:** Partner With Fast Food Chains To Supply Fresh, Quality, And A Variety Of Vegetables That Can Be Incorporated In Sandwiches And Other Dishes. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Vegan Pulled Pork Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vegan-bbq-pulled-pork-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Rib Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-veggrib.md) - [Plant-Based Vietnamese Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/native-foods.md) - [Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/philly-cheesesteak-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based French Dip Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-french-dip.md) - [Vegan Thanksgiving Leftovers Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/thanksgiving-leftovers-sandwich.md) - [Plant-Based Cheesesteak Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-fajita-cheesesteak.md) - [Fried Green Tomato Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-green-tomato-blt.md)