# Canadian-Grown Potato Bun Sandwiches Subway Canada is Adding Sidekick Sandwiches to Its $5 Menu By Riley von Niessen | Published 2021-04-07 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sidekick-sandwiches References: [newswire](https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/subway-r-canada-introduces-new-potato-bun-sidekicks-made-with-canadian-potatoes-862715031.html) [Subway Canada](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crispy-chicken-sidekick) is set to add its Sidekick Sandwiches to its [$5 menu](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-daily-value-meal), which are made with potato buns that use Canadian-grown potatoes. The mini sandwiches start at $3 each, and are offered in four variations. This includes Savory Turkey Ranch, [Chipotle Chicken](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baja-chipotle-turkey-sub), Honey Mustard Ham, and Italian Aioli. Senior Director of Marketing Janna MacMullin spoke to the update, stating "At Subway, we are proud of our partnerships with Canadian farmers. The Potato Bun Sidekicks, made with Canadian-grown potatoes, are a delicious and affordable new addition to our value menu that celebrates our commitment to Canadian sourcing." Canadian consumers can try out the chain's new Sidekick Sandwiches at participating Subway locations for a limited time. Image Credit: Subway Canada ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.7/10 - Popularity: 7% | Activity: 33% | Freshness: 10% - 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 - **Potato Bun Sandwiches:** Opportunity for food companies to use potato buns made from locally sourced ingredients to create affordable and delicious snacks or meals. - **Value Menu Additions:** Opportunity for fast food chains to add affordable yet flavorful snack-sized items to their menus as more and more consumers opt for smaller portions. - **Local Ingredient Sourcing:** Opportunity for food companies to partner with local farmers to source ingredients as more consumers prioritize locally sourced foods and support for small-scale agriculture. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fast Food:** Fast food restaurants can capitalize on the trend of affordable, snack-sized items with locally sourced ingredients. - **Agriculture:** As more consumers prioritize locally sourced foods, there is an opportunity for small-scale farmers to partner with food companies to provide high-quality, locally sourced ingredients. - **Food Manufacturing:** Companies can use local ingredients to produce snack or meal-sized products at an economical value for consumers who are looking for affordable yet tasty food options. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Customizable Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/breakfast-sandwiches-and-snackwiches.md) - [Canada-Themed Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canuck-classic-sandwich.md) - [Globally Inspired Sandwich Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/globally-inspired-subs.md) - [Mini Ciabatta Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ciabatta-breakfast-sandwiches.md) - [Farm-Raised Chicken Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chicken-rancher-sandwich.md) - [Fluffy QSR Baked Potatoes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/subway-spudway.md) - [Footlong Variety Options](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/footlong-sidekicks-and-dippers.md) - [Crunchy Teriyaki Sub Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/teriyaki-crunch-sandwiches.md) - [Seasonal Holiday Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/turhamken-sandwich.md)