Are you more of a salty, spicy or sweet person? Portillo’s new Salted Caramel Spice Cake has it all

CHICAGO, Aug. 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — As the summer season draws to a close, GateThe fast-casual restaurant concept known for its unmatched Chicago-style street food menu, is set to spice things up and elevate its dessert lineup with the launch of Salted Caramel Spice CakeThis is Portillo’s first new cake offering in over 20 years, joining the brand’s fan-favorites Chocolate Cake, Strawberry Shortcake and Chocolate Eclair Cake.

Starting August 27, this decadent and seasonal new treat is hitting menus nationwide for a limited time and can be enjoyed by the slice, as a full cake or in Portillo’s famous Cake Shake. Made with two layers of moist spice cake glazed with salted caramel, Salted Caramel Spice Cake is the perfect combination of salty and sweet with a little spice to satisfy any craving and mood.

“From our iconic Chocolate Cake to other fan favorites like Strawberry Shortcake, it’s no secret that Portillo’s knows how to make delicious, irresistible cakes, and our new Salted Caramel Spice Cake is no exception,” said Garret Kern, Portillo’s vice president of strategy and culinary. “As this is our first new cake in 20 years, we wanted to make sure it was something guests would love. With the perfect balance of salty, sweet and spicy, Salted Caramel Spice Cake will quickly become a Portillo’s favorite.”

Plus, for the month of September – or should we say “Spice-tembre” – guests can get a $1 slice of Salted Caramel Spice Cake with the purchase of any entrée when they dine-in or visit Portillo’s drive-thru.*

To learn more about Portillo, please visit portillos.comor follow Portillo on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram And Tik Tok.

*For a limited time in September, starting September 1, 2024, receive one (1) $1 Salted Caramel Spice Cake Slice with the purchase of each full-price entrée, while supplies last each day. Limit of (5) per ticket. Excludes full cakes, cake shakes, and other cake slices and desserts. Available only at participating restaurants in Arizona, California, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Florida, Michigan, Minnesota, Texas and Wisconsin for takeout and drive-thru orders. May not be combined with other offers. Not valid on food truck, catering, shipping or third-party website orders. No cash value. Taxes not included. Limited time offer.

ABOUT PORTILLO
In 1963, Dick Portillo invested $1,100 in a small trailer to open the first Portillo’s Hot Dog Stand in Villa Park, Illinois, which he called “The Dog House.” Years later, Portillo’s has grown to include more than 85 restaurants in 10 states. Portillo’s is best known for its Chicago-style hot dogs, Italian beef sandwiches, charcoal-grilled hamburgers, fresh salads and famous chocolate cake. Portillo’s favorites are available through its growing catering business. Portillo’s also ships food to all 50 states via Portillos.com.

CONTACT
PortillosPR@icrinc.com

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