# Poutine-Stuffed Sandwiches Arby's Poutine Dip Sandwich Remixes the French Dip Sandwich By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2021-11-13 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-dip-sandwich References: [brandeating](https://www.brandeating.com/2021/11/arbys-serves-up-new-poutine-dip-sandwich-in-canada.html) & [arbys](https://arbys.ca/our-menu/limited-time-offers/poutine-dip)  [Arby's](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-dip-sandwiches) [Canada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turhamken-sandwich) is introducing a twist on the French Dip sandwich with the [Poutine](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smokin-hot-poutine) Dip sandwich, which is loaded with ingredients and only available for a limited time. The hearty, Canadian-inspired sandwich is layered with the chain's signature thin-sliced and oven-roasted roast beef, curly fries, cheese curds, beef gravy, plus additional beef gravy on the side for dipping. Served on a toasted sub roll, the sandwich shares the satisfaction of a beloved Canadian staple in a new form. The Canadian fast-food dish is being elevated by restaurants and chefs who are coming up with new ways for poutine to be topped and served to hungry consumers who are after novel experiences with flavor and comfort foods. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 5.0/10 - Popularity: 51% | Activity: 89% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - 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 - **Elevated Fast Food:** The introduction of poutine-stuffed sandwiches at Arby's showcases the potential for traditional fast food to be elevated with unique and regional ingredients. - **Innovative Poutine:** The trend of innovative poutine, like Arby's Poutine Dip sandwich, presents an opportunity for restaurants and chefs to explore new flavor combinations while satisfying consumers' desire for comfort food staples. - **Canada-inspired Dishes:** The popularity of poutine in Canada and abroad suggests a demand for new Canada-inspired dishes that celebrate the country's unique culinary culture. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Restaurants:** Fast food restaurants can experiment with unique regional ingredients to offer innovative twists on classic dishes, like Arby's Poutine Dip sandwich. - **Casual Dining Restaurants:** Casual dining restaurants can capitalize on the trend of elevated fast food by offering their own creative spins on comfort food staples, such as poutine-stuffed sandwiches. - **Gourmet Food Industry:** The popularity of innovative and creative poutine dishes presents an opportunity for the gourmet food industry to explore new flavor combinations and introduce unique Canadian-inspired dishes to consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [QSR Poutine Dip Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poutine-dip-sandwiches.md) - [Meaty QSR Poutines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-poutine.md) - [Internationally Themed Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dip-sandwiches.md) - [Italian Deli-Inspired QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/italian-beef-dip-sandwich.md) - [Garlicky QSR Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/roasted-garlic-roast-beef-sandwich.md) - [Extra-Cheesy Roast Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/triple-cheese-roast-beef-blt.md) - [Spicy Cheesy Beef Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/jalapeo-beef-n-cheddar-sandwich.md) - [QSR Menu Updates](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbys-canada.md) - [Stone Fruit Brisket Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cherry-bbq-brisket-sandwich.md)