Paul O’Neill (he/him)

Andale Taqueria Y Mercado exemplifies the incredibly cosmopolitan culinary climate for which the Twin Cities doesn't get enough credit.

Panera has been on a tear for a full year since it announced its massive menu.overhaul in February 2024. .

At the time, it shared that it was updating more than 20 items and adding nine completely new ones, including the Toasted Italiano sandwich, the Chicken Bacon Rancher sandwich, and the Ciabatta Cheesesteak.It also added and updated soups and salads to match customers' changing tastes.. "We have been hard at work innovating within our core categories and listening to our guests on what they love most about Panera," a spokesperson for Panera shared with Food & Wine via email at the time."We're renewing our focus on soups, salads, sandwiches, and mac & cheese, increasing value and providing more in each bite with enhanced portions on many menu items."

And surely, these bagel sandwiches increase both value and offer a tasty treat, too.. Panera's Asiago Bagel Stack Sandwiches.grilled chicken, mozzarella, vine-ripened tomatoes, basil, arugula, Green Goddess dressing, and garlic aioli drizzle.

marinated steak, provolone, a creamy salsa verde spread, arugula, red onions, and "zesty" sweet peppers.

grilled chicken, soppressata, provolone, basil, arugula, more "zesty" sweet peppers, and garlic aioli drizzleHave you ever eaten in a restaurant and wondered what’s taking so long?Thick slices of grilled country-style bread or steamed rice for serving.

Place chicken, breast side down, on a work surface.Using poultry shears and beginning at tail end, cut along each side of backbone, separating backbone from chicken.

Reserve for stock or discard.Turn chicken breast side up.