Bruegger's Says "Buon Appetito" with New Menu Item, Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad

    BURLINGTON, VT, July 10, 2009 /24-7PressRelease/ -- For a limited time only this summer, Bruegger's is offering a unique Italian inspired salad to its bakeries- the Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad. In the tradition of a panzanella or bread salad in Italy, the new menu item captures the traditional Italian flavor but with an unexpected twist -- Bruegger's Rosemary and Olive Oil bagel pieces.

The Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad, available July and August in participating bakeries,
is made using only the freshest ingredients including fresh tomatoes, roasted red peppers, crispy lettuce, Asiago cheese, Bruegger's fresh-baked Rosemary and Olive Oil bagels and a new sundried tomato vinaigrette dressing. Guests can also add grilled chicken.

"In Sienna, Italy, I learned firsthand how fresh-baked bread is used to add flavor to dishes like panzanella," says Bruegger's Executive Chef, Phillip Smith. "The addition of our authentic bagel adds a little fun."

Like all Bruegger's salads, the Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel salad is tossed to order. Guests can also make their own healthy salad creation using fresh ingredients and a variety of dressings including Lite Balsamic Vinaigrette.

"We love bringing new menu items to the table for our guests to try," said Bruegger's CEO Jim Greco. "The Italian bagel salad is a perfect combination of a healthy offering with great flavors."

The Sun-Drenched Tomato and Bagel Salad joins a growing menu that includes the company's signature sandwiches and paninis introduced in early 2009. The new line of sandwiches is served on fresh-baked bread and features exceptional flavors such as the Turkey Toscana and Tarragon Chicken Salad.

About Bruegger's Enterprises, Inc.
Bruegger's Enterprises, Inc., an affiliate of Sun Capital Partners, Inc., is a leader in the fast casual restaurant segment. Bruegger's is dedicated to serving delicious, wholesome food that brings guests back again and again. In 290 neighborhood bakery-cafes in 24 states and the District of Columbia, Bruegger's offers a warm, comfortable setting for guests to enjoy a wholesome meal with family and friends. Famous for authentic New York-style, boiled and baked bagels, Bruegger's entire menu is free of trans-fats and features a Fair Trade CertifiedTM coffee everyday from Green Mountain Coffee . Bruegger's bakers use their expertise to bake an array of fresh breads including honey wheat, hearty white and the exclusive Softwich. Guests can count on innovative menu items, including unique cream cheese flavors, delicious breakfast sandwiches and wraps, hand-tossed salads, hearty soups, signature and custom order sandwiches and desserts. Founded in 1983, Bruegger's is headquartered in Burlington, Vermont and supports its neighbors in every community it serves. For more information, please visit www.brueggers.com.

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