# Slimmed Down Baguette Sandwiches Jack in the Box is Bringing Its Famous 'Pannidos' Back By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-12-04 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pannidos References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/12/01/jack-in-the-box-spotted-testing-pannidos/) Anyone who remember's Jack in the Box's famous Pannidos will be thrilled to hear that the ultra-slim sandwiches are set to make a comeback. Released just in time for the holidays season, the new sandwiches are like a nostalgia-inducing gift for fast food fans. Jack in the Box's new Pannidos were recently spotted at locations in California, Washington State, Nevada, Texas, and Tennessee. According to eagle-eyed diners, there are two new Pannidos to choose from: the [Deli Trio Pannido](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deli-kitchen-products) and the Turkey, Bacon & Cheddar Pannido. The former consists of smoked turkey, ham, salami, [pickle slices](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jimmy-johns2), and a creamy Italian sauce, while the latter consists of smoked turkey, crispy bacon strips, and cheddar cheese slices. Both are served on a [slim, toasted ciabatta baguette](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-ciabatta-dippers) and packaged in a no-mess bag for easy on-the-go dining—much like the original Pannidos released back in 2004. Image Credit: *Jack in the Box.* ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 81% | Freshness: 8% - 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 - **Slimmed-down Fast Food:** The demand for health-conscious and portable food options presents an opportunity for fast food chains to develop more slimmed-down menu items. - **Retro Fast Food:** Reintroducing iconic fast food menu items from the past can generate excitement and nostalgia among consumers. - **Convenient Packaging:** Innovative packaging solutions that make on-the-go dining more convenient and mess-free can attract busy consumers. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food:** Fast food chains can innovate by developing healthier and more portable menu items that cater to the preferences and needs of modern consumers. - **Food Packaging:** The demand for convenient packaging solutions for on-the-go dining creates opportunities for companies that specialize in food packaging innovation. - **Nostalgia Marketing:** By leveraging nostalgia, companies can create powerful emotional connections with consumers and generate excitement around their products or services. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Double Sourdough Bun Burgers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/double-bacon-sourdough-jack.md) - [Cheesy Toasted Baguette Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-baguette-sandwiches.md) - [Toasted Sourdough Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/deluxe-grilled-chicken-sandwich.md) - [Chef-Curated Toasted Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panera-toasted-baguette-sandwiches.md) - [Crispy Meat-Packed Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/toasted-sandwiches.md) - [Mexican Stew-Inspired Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/birria-grilled-cheese-sandwiches.md) - [Low-Cost Grilled Cheese Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sourdough-grilled-cheese.md) - [Smashed Patty Burger Upgrades](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buttery-smashed-jack-burgers.md) - [Sauce-Filled Chicken Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jack-in-the-box-2.md)