Penn Station East Coast Subs is Adding Spicy Ghost Pepper Cheese
Katherine Pendrill — October 12, 2024 — Lifestyle
References: doordash & qsrmagazine
Things are heating up over at Penn Station East Coast Subs with the release of a new a bold and spicy Ghost Pepper Cheese option.
Available for a limited time only as of October 21, 2024, the new spicy Ghost Pepper Cheese options will be available from Penn Station East Coast Subs' more than 300 franchise locations. The new Ghost Pepper Cheese is a spicy offering that will be available at no additional cost to anyone who wants to add an extra element of heat to any sandwich on the brand's menu. As Craig Dunaway, Chief Operating Officer of Penn Station East Coast Subs, explains, "We conducted a test run of the Ghost Pepper Cheese at select locations over the summer. We know consumers crave a bit more kick in their food these days, so we wanted to provide a flavor that would meet that demand plus our Ghost Pepper Cheese is a perfect match for the taste profile of our brand.”
Image Credit: Penn Station East Coast Subs
Available for a limited time only as of October 21, 2024, the new spicy Ghost Pepper Cheese options will be available from Penn Station East Coast Subs' more than 300 franchise locations. The new Ghost Pepper Cheese is a spicy offering that will be available at no additional cost to anyone who wants to add an extra element of heat to any sandwich on the brand's menu. As Craig Dunaway, Chief Operating Officer of Penn Station East Coast Subs, explains, "We conducted a test run of the Ghost Pepper Cheese at select locations over the summer. We know consumers crave a bit more kick in their food these days, so we wanted to provide a flavor that would meet that demand plus our Ghost Pepper Cheese is a perfect match for the taste profile of our brand.”
Image Credit: Penn Station East Coast Subs
Trend Themes
1. Spicy-artisan Cheeses - The introduction of Ghost Pepper Cheese taps into the growing demand for unique and intense flavor experiences in dairy products.
2. Heat-inspired Menu Enhancements - Restaurants are increasingly experimenting with heat levels, evidenced by the incorporation of Ghost Pepper Cheese into menus to attract spice enthusiasts.
3. Limited-time Flavors - The seasonal availability of Ghost Pepper Cheese harnesses the power of exclusivity to drive consumer interest and urgency.
Industry Implications
1. Fast-casual Dining - In the competitive landscape of fast-casual dining, introducing novel ingredients like Ghost Pepper Cheese offers a way to differentiate through unique flavor profiles.
2. Flavor-enhanced Dairy - The dairy industry sees disruptive opportunities with products like Ghost Pepper Cheese, appealing to consumers seeking bold and adventurous taste experiences.
3. Specialty Foods - Specialty food sectors can capitalize on the trend for extreme flavors by developing and marketing products similar to Ghost Pepper Cheese to niche markets.
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