Delivering sumptuous holiday eating with a culinary twist and bold new ingredient combinations, Newk’s Eatery is launching its winter menu with two new stand-out ingredients: fresh, tender pork belly and rich, creamy Alfredo. Debuting the Pork Belly Sandwich and Chicken Alfredo Pizza on November 9, Newk’s winter menu will also spotlight one of Newk’s long-standing guest favorites— the Newk’s Favorite Salad. The winter entrées will be available through the holiday seasons until January 3, along with a new homemade Holiday Crispy treat that will appear on Newk’s dessert menu on November 30.
“With premium proteins like sushi-grade Ahi tuna and now pork belly on the menu, we’re looking to push the envelope of fast-casual,” said Alan Wright, Chief Marketing Officer at Newk’s Eatery. “Our winter line up branches out from traditional holiday comfort foods, giving people a chance to enjoy what’s become known as bacon’s tastier, superior cousin with our new Pork Belly Sandwich. We’re also aiming to speak to the cheese lovers out there with Newk’s Chicken Alfredo Pizza which combines three cheese favorites: Alfredo sauce, goat cheese and fresh-grated mozzarella.”
Newk’s new Pork Belly Sandwich leads the pack with a full-bodied taste that is both addictingly savory and spicy. The sandwich features juicy pork belly that has been brined and marinated with Newk’s housemade ginger wasabi dressing overnight before it is flame-seared and roasted to lock in the prize cut’s mouth-watering flavor. Served on Newk’s signature bread, the pork belly is topped with mayonaisse and housemade pickled carrots, then finished off with fresh cilantro and jalapenos for the perfect kick. Guests can enjoy Newk’s Pork Belly Sandwich for $8.59.
Highlighting a popular food favorite, Newk’s winter line up also spotlights the gourmet-inspired Newk’s Favorite Salad, which lives up to its name. The salad combines flame-grilled chicken, crumbled gorgonzola cheese, chopped pecans, sliced grapes, sweet dried cranberries ,artichoke hearts and house-made croutons all on a bed of fresh mixed greens. Tying all these ingredients together is Newk’s delectable sherry vinaigrette dressing that is made from scratch in-restaurant and finishes off the salad with an appropriate zing. Diners can purchase Newk’s Favorite Salad for $9.25.
Additionally, Newk’s is getting into the holiday spirit with a special holiday gift card program and new red Christmas collector cups, replacing the brand’s signature black cups for the season. Giving customers the chance to reach the hearts of their friends and family through their stomachs, Newk’s is unveiling new holiday gift card designs with the opportunity to receive $5 back when buying $50 in Newk’s gift cards or $10 back when purchasing $100 in gift cards. It’s a way for guests to treat themselves while treating the ones they love.
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Based in Jackson, Miss., Newk’s Eatery is leading the next generation of fast-casual with its culinary-driven menu prepared in Newk’s open-view kitchens, featuring made-from-scratch soups, fresh tossed salads, artisan pizzas, hot toasted sandwiches and desserts. Founded in 2004, Newk’s currently operates and franchises more than 85 units in 13 states and is gaining national attention for its accelerated growth and commitment to community. FastCasual.com has named Newk’s one of its top 20 “Movers and Shakers,” while Franchise Times magazine ranked Newk’s among its top Fast and Serious franchise brands and Technomic listed Newk’s among its top 50 U.S. fast-casual chains. The brand was also recently named among “The Next 20” by Nation’s Restaurant News and one of QSR magazine’s “Best Franchise Deals.” For more information, visit Newks.com, join the Roundtable Club or follow Newk’s on Facebook and Twitter.