# Value-Focused Sandwich Menus Panera Value Duets are Priced Between $6.99 and $8.99 By Michael Hemsworth | Published 2023-08-12 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-value-duets References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2023/08/11/panera-expands-value-duets-with-new-deli-ham-sandwich-homestyle-chicken-noodle-soup-pairing/) & [panera](https://www.panera.com)  The [Panera Value Duets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-toasted-baguettes) are being expanded by the brand to provide patrons with a series of [value-focused meal options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valuefocused-menus) that are perfect for them to try out. The meal deals include some of the most popular items from the brand's existing menu, which each come with a half sandwich portion, a salad and a cup of soup for the perfect lunch. The meal deals are priced between $6.99 and $8.99 as a series of options that prioritize high-quality fare with competitive price points. The Panera Value Duets respond to the increased demand for value-focused options as consumers continue to combat inflation and rising cost of living. The meal deals also take a different approach to lunchtime options by focusing on quality rather than quantity of food. Image Credit: Panera ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.1/10 - Popularity: 5% | Activity: 11% | Freshness: 17% - 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 - **Value-focused Menu Options:** Panera expands its menu to offer value-focused meal options that prioritize high-quality fare with competitive price points. - **Combating Rising Costs:** Consumers demand value-focused options as they combat inflation and the rising cost of living. - **Quality Over Quantity:** The Panera Value Duets differentiate themselves by prioritizing quality rather than quantity of food in lunchtime options. ### Who This Affects Most - **Restaurant Industry:** The Restaurant industry has an opportunity to cater to price-conscious consumers and offer value-focused menu options. - **Food Services Industry:** In the Food Services industry, there is potential to create meal deals that highlight high-quality ingredients at competitive prices. - **Consumer Goods Industry:** The Consumer Goods industry can explore value-focused offerings that provide quality products at affordable price points. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Pasta Value Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/goodcents.md) - [Indulgent Bakery Sandwich Ranges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stacked-toasted-baguettes.md) - [Competitive Sandwich Combo Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sandwich-combo-deal.md) - [Low-Cost Bakery Soup Promotions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-soup-deal.md) - [Valentine's Day Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/valentines-day-promotion1.md) - [Extensive Springtime Bakery Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-menu.md) - [Value-Minded Sandwich Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/total-package-meal.md) - [Exclusive Bakery Sandwich Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-deal.md) - [High-Value Cafe Meal Deals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dunkin-6-meal-deal.md)