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# Restaurant-Branded Party Snacks
The TGI Fridays Snack Line Includes New Party Bites & Potato Skins

By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2018-04-04 | Lifestyle
Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/potato-skins
References: [chewboom](https://www.chewboom.com/2018/04/04/new-party-bites-and-potato-skins-varieties-added-to-tgi-fridays-snack-line/) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/tgifsnacks/photos/a.492901984107538.1073741828.492155047515565/1731989280198796/?type=3&theater)

[TGI Fridays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/restaurantinspired-singleserve-meals) has long been known for its appetizers and now consumers can enjoy the endless party snacks at home with the debut of new Party Bites and Potato Skins. Inspired by the restaurant's signature flavors and sold in sharable portions, the new snacks are perfect for upcoming summer parties.

The ready-to-eat snack line from the beloved restaurant brand now includes new Party Bites and Potato Skins flavors. The party bites are made from puffed corn and come in both a spicy Chipotle Cheese flavor and a more savory Cheddar Bacon flavor. On the other hand, the Potato Skins come in a bold Sriracha Ranch flavor that is both [spicy and creamy](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stuffed-buffalo-crunchers).

With many restaurants looking for new ways to reach consumers, TGI Fridays' ready-to-eat snacks demonstrate how brands can capitalize on snack time.

Image Credit: *TGI Fridays.*

## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter)

- Score: 2.9/10
- Popularity: 52% | Activity: 27% | Freshness: 8%
- Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women
- Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X
- Top markets: North America

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## Key Themes

### Why This Trend Is Growing

- **Restaurant-branded Snack Lines:** Restaurants can expand their offerings and reach new consumers by creating a branded line of snacks.
- **Party Snacks:** New snack flavors and varieties specifically designed for parties and gatherings can become a popular trend in snacking.
- **Puffed Corn Snacks:** Puffed corn can be the new base for creating unique snacks with different flavors and textures.

### Industries Being Reshaped

- **Snack Food Industry:** The snack food industry can benefit from partnering with restaurant brands to create unique and tasty snack offerings.
- **Casual Dining Industry:** Casual dining restaurants can create new revenue streams by launching branded snack lines that can be sold in grocery stores and supermarkets.
- **Event Catering Industry:** Caterers can incorporate restaurant-branded snacks like Party Bites and Potato Skins in their menu offerings for events and parties.

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