Fast-casual restaurant brand introduces seasonal menu additions
Jackson, MS (RestaurantNews.com) As the weather turns warm and the flowers begin to bloom, Newk’s Eatery is giving fans even more reason to be excited about spring with a variety of delectable new salads, soups and desserts.
All five of these limited-time offerings are made from scratch, using only the freshest ingredients and always served with a side of warm hospitality. From April 12 through June 21, guests can head to their favorite Newk’s to enjoy these seasonal selections:
- Cranberry & Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich – Scratch-made chicken salad with dried cranberries, fresh tarragon and almonds, topped with lettuce, tomatoes, provolone and mayo on Parisian bread for $9.99.
- Pesto Pasta Chicken Caesar Salad – All-natural chicken with a romaine lettuce blend, pesto bowtie pasta, parmesan, pimientos and croutons, tossed in Caesar dressing for $10.99.
- Southern Salad Duo – Mixed greens, grape tomatoes and croutons topped with a scoop of Newk’s Chicken Salad and a scoop of Cranberry & Almond Chicken Salad. Served with guest’s choice of dressing for $10.49.
- Coconut Nut Cake – Fluffy vanilla cake layered with coconut icing and covered in coconut flakes, baked fresh daily in Newk’s very own bakery.
- Lobster Bisque – A hearty, flavorful seafood broth with cold-water lobster meat, finished with cream and a touch of sherry and garnished with green onions.
“Spring is a time for renewal and fresh starts, and at Newk’s Eatery, we’re thrilled to embrace the season with our limited-time offerings,” said Newk’s Eatery CMO Denise Pedini. “We think these menu items showcase the season’s best and brightest flavors, so we invite everyone to come discover something new at Newk’s.”
In addition to these delicious springtime items, Newk’s is rolling out a permanent addition to the menu – the Cajun Shrimp Comeback Salad. For $12.99, this hearty offering boasts Cajun-seasoned shrimp with mixed greens, grape tomatoes, cucumbers, eggs, carrots and green onions, tossed in a house-made Mississippi comeback dressing – a creamy dressing made with creole mustard, mayo, chili sauce and a dash of Cajun spices that originated in Jackson.
“At Newk’s, we’re committed to continuously innovating our offerings to give our guests the freshest choices around,” said CMO Denise Pedini. “The new Cajun Shrimp Comeback Salad is not only one of my favorites, it’s extra-special to us because this southern dressing orginates from Jackson, Mississippi where Newk’s was founded.
About Newk’s Eatery
Based in ?Jackson, Mississippi, Newk’s Eatery is a fast-casual chain that operates and franchises just under 100 units in 15 states. Founded in 2004 and named after Co-Founder Chris “Newk” Newcomb, Newk’s offers salads, sandwiches, soups, and pizzas, all made in-house without fryers or microwaves. Fresh grab-and-go options are also available, and Newk’s new mobile app, now available on Google Play and the App Store, offers mobile ordering for curbside, in-store pickup or delivery. In 2020, Newk’s ranked in Nation’s Restaurant News’ “Top 200 Countdown “and Restaurant Business’ Top 250 Chains. Newk’s has also been selected as a Top Food Franchise by Entrepreneur. In 2021, Newk’s was recognized in Nation’s Restaurant’s News as a “Top Scorer in Takeout Food Quality” and ranked among the highest “True Loyalty” scores –the percentages of respondents who said they visit because of a real desire to experience the brand, as opposed to convenience. For more information, visit Newks.com, join Newk’s Rewards or follow Newk’s on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter. For franchise information, visit newksfranchise.com.
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Laron Roland
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