# Dippable Melty Sandwiches Soup and Sandwich Pairings Inspired Panera Ciabatta Dippers By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2024-11-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-ciabatta-dippers References: [youtube](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EI0lR0cW6wk&ab_channel=PaneraBread) & [panera](https://www.panera.ca/en-ca/home.html)  Guests' love of [combining soups and sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/soups-on-combos-promotion) at [Panera Bread](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/marinated-chicken-sandwiches) inspired the new Panera Ciabatta Dippers, now available in two varieties at participating bakery-cafes across the nation. These melty sandwiches made for dipping are paired with the perfect portion of savory soup for feel-good eating experiences. While the French Dipper is made with marinated steak, provolone and asiago, and a drizzle of garlic aioli on Ciabatta paired with a dipping portion of Bistro French Onion Soup, the Spicy Chicken Dipper is also served on Ciabatta but with grilled chicken, creamy salsa verde spread and provolone, with a side portion of Creamy Tomato Soup. To entice guests to try these new menu items, Panera Bread is offering a limited-time promotion to [MyPanera](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sourdough-melts) members via the Panera iOS app. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.9/10 - Popularity: 66% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 30% - 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 - **Soup-sandwich Pairing Menus:** Creating menu items that combine soups and sandwiches taps into consumer desires for comfort food combinations. - **Customizable Dipping Combos:** Offering customizable dipping options allows customers to personalize their meals, enhancing dining experiences. - **Mobile App Exclusives:** Leveraging mobile apps for exclusive promotions and offers can drive customer engagement and loyalty. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Casual Dining:** Innovative, comfort-focused menu items in the fast-casual dining sector can attract a variety of diners seeking convenient yet satisfying meals. - **Food Technology:** Developing new ways to integrate technology with dining experiences, such as app-based promotions, can revolutionize customer interaction. - **Specialty Bread Production:** The demand for unique bread types, like Ciabatta, for specialized menu items can boost growth in the specialty bread production industry. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Dippable Cheesy Bread Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-1.md) - [Dippable Hot Pastrami Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pastrami-dip.md) - [Internationally Themed Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-sandwiches.md) - [Dippable Roasted Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/french-dip-sandwich.md) - [Globally Inspired Sandwich Lineups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/asian-steak-dipper.md) - [Cheesy Toasted Baguette Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-baguette-sandwiches.md) - [Cheesy Rolled Bread Snacks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footlong-dippers.md) - [Savory Sourdough Sandwich Melts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sourdough-melts.md) - [QSR-Branded Signature Dipping Sauces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-dipping-sauce.md)