"Panera's Day-End Dough-Nation program remains a solid, unwavering part of the business model, donating unsold baked goods to local charities through partnerships with over 3,300 organizations."
Mark Shambura, chief marketing officer at Panera Bread, said, "Inspired by this love for creative combinations, we've crafted two delicious new menu items for guests to ditch the spoon and embrace the dip." This shows how customer preferences directly influence innovation at Panera, highlighting their commitment to evolving their menu to enhance the dining experience.
The new summer breakfast menu at Panera introduces unique morning sandwiches and five fresh bakery items including pastries and seasonal cranberry orange cake, enhancing variety.