# Shrimp Filled Pita Pockets Apóla Greek Grill Created a New Signature Shrimp Pita for Lent By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2023-03-19 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/signature-shrimp-pita References: [qsrmagazine](https://www.qsrmagazine.com/news/apola-greek-grill-introduces-signature-shrimp-pita) & [facebook](https://www.facebook.com/apolayorbalinda/photos/2140961622780559)  [Apóla Greek Grill](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/baklava-cheesecake) is aiming to be a go-to destination during the Lenten season with its new Signature Shrimp Pita. Available throughout March, the new Signature Shrimp Pita is a perfect [meat-free meal option](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fried-shrimp). The new dish features the brand's hearty grilled shrimp skewers, which are soaked in a custom blend of olive oil and herbs. The savory shrimp is then paired with mixed greens, pickles, red cabbage, and a handful of French fries, all served in a [warm pita pocket](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/high-protein-pita-pockets). To take the whole thing up a notch, the Signature Shrimp Pita also features the brand's signature Apóla sauce, which is a Greek yogurt-based sauce infused with a tangy blend of cumin, mustard, and fresh herbs. The new Signature Shrimp Pita is available now for a limited time. Image Credit: Apóla Greek Grill ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.0/10 - Popularity: 15% | Activity: 29% | Freshness: 15% - 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 - **Lenten Season Food Innovations:** There is an opportunity for food industry businesses to create unique and appealing meat-free dishes during the Lenten season. - **Customizable Fast Food:** Customizable fast food options can provide a more personalized experience for customers and increase customer loyalty. - **Greek-inspired Cuisine:** There is an opportunity for food industry businesses to incorporate Greek-inspired flavors and ingredients into their menus. ### Where This Applies - **Fast Food Restaurants:** Fast food restaurants can benefit from offering customizable options to cater to individual customer preferences. - **Seafood Industry:** The seafood industry can capitalize on the trend of meat-free options during the Lenten season by offering unique and appealing shrimp dishes. - **Greek Restaurants:** Greek restaurants can attract a wider customer base by offering customizable salads and sandwiches with Greek-inspired flavors and ingredients. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Greek Cuisine Pita Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pita-pit-mediterraneaninspired-menu.md) - [Handheld QSR Salad Menus](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pita-pit-salad-shakers.md) - [Mediterranean Street Food Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arayes-flatbread.md) - [Saucy Seafood Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/buffalo-ranch-shrimp-po-boy.md) - [Spiced Citrus Shrimp Dishes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pancheros-chile-lime-shrimp.md) - [Shrimp-Packed QSR Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/panda-express-sizzling-shrimp.md) - [French Cuisine-Inspired Pitas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/new-cordon-bleu.md) - [Sweet Chile Shrimp Tacos](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bangin-shrimp-taco.md) - [BBQ Rib-Inspired Food Offerings](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bbq-rib-pita.md)