# Smoky Pull Pork Sandwiches Tim Hortons' New Southwest Pulled Pork is Available as a Wrap or Panini By Katherine Pendrill | Published 2016-10-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwest-pulled-pork References: [chewboom](http://www.chewboom.com/2016/09/27/tim-hortons-introduces-new-southwest-pulled-pork-panini-wrap/) & [timhortons](http://www.timhortons.com/ca/en/menu/new-tastes.php?openmode=10243&utm_campaign=southwestpulledpork&utm_source=homepage_en&utm_medium=owned) While Tim Horton's has long been known for its [signature coffee and sugary-sweet donuts](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/canadiana-donut-menu), the Canadian coffee shop chain is now expanding into more savory offerings with the addition of [Southwest](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/southwest-bacon-whopper-sandwich) Pulled Pork to its menu. Tim Hortons' new Southwest Pulled Pork consists of tender strips of pulled pork smothered in a [Smoky](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smoky-blt-quarter) Chipotle sauce. The pork is available in a grilled tortilla alongside lettuce, onion, tomatoes, cheese and sauteed peppers or on a soft ciabatta bun with just cheese, onions and sauteed peppers. Both can be ordered individually or paired with a drink and a side dish such as potato wedges for a compete meal. The new pulled pork sandwich options help Tim Hortons cater to consumers who might normally overlook the chain when it comes to lunch or dinner time. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 43% | Activity: 3% | 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 ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Expansion to Savory Offerings:** The addition of Southwest Pulled Pork to its menu shows Tim Hortons' commitment to expanding beyond just coffee and donuts. - **Packaged Lunch Offerings:** Individual or paired orders of the Southwest Pulled Pork sandwich options could encourage competition against pre-packaged lunch options. - **Customizable Offerings:** The ability to order the Southwest Pulled Pork sandwich with a grilled tortilla or soft ciabatta bun allows consumers increased flexibility and customization options. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Fast Food Industry:** Tim Hortons' expansion into more savory offerings can cause disruption in the fast food industry, catering to lunch and dinner time customers. - **Convenience Store Industry:** Expansion into packaged lunch offerings can provide opportunities to lure customers away from convenience stores and gas stations, and can increase sales in Tim Hortons' non-traditional locations, such as rest stops and highway service areas. - **Casual Dining Industry:** The ability to customize the Southwest Pulled Pork sandwich options can help Tim Hortons compete against the offerings of casual dining restaurants. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Spiced Steak QSR Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-steak-loaded-wrap.md) - [Crispy BBQ Chicken Meals](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-bbq-crispy-chicken.md) - [Hearty Meaty Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/supreme-stack-sandwich.md) - [Made-to-Order QSR Wraps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-loaded-wraps.md) - [Piquant Croissant QSR Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-chicken-croissant-sandwich.md) - [Meat-Free Cafe Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-harvest-sandwiches.md) - [Baked Coffee Shop Pizzas](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-pizza.md) - [Maple Bacon Breakfast Sandwiches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/maple-bacon-breakfast-sandwiches.md) - [Sweetly Spiced Cafe Foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tim-hortons-sweet-chili-chicken.md)