Carefully curated fare offers game attendees an authentic Twin Cities
culinary experience
MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan. 24, 2018--
Fans attending Super Bowl LII at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis will
get a taste of the eclectic and expansive flavors abundant in the Twin
Cities, thanks to a carefully curated menu from Aramark
(NYSE: ARMK), the exclusive food and beverage partner of U.S. Bank
Stadium.
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Aramark Senior Executive Chef at U.S. Bank Stadium James Mehne created signature sandwiches for Super Bowl LII celebrating hometown flavors of the Philadelphia Eagles (South Philly Roast Pork Sandwich), left, and New England Patriots (New England Clam Roll), right. (Photo: Business Wire)
Aramark Senior Executive Chef James Mehne and his culinary team have
spent the past year curating a menu that will appeal to all fans in
attendance for the big game. Chef Mehne will be assisted by a team of
2,000, who are preparing to deliver the ultimate game day dining
experience.
Joining Chef Mehne in the U.S. Bank Stadium kitchen are Aramark visiting
chefs from Arrowhead Stadium (Kansas City Chiefs), FirstEnergy Stadium
(Cleveland Browns), NRG Stadium (Houston Texans), Raymond James Stadium
(Tampa Bay Buccaneers) and Soldier Field (Chicago Bears).
“Much like the teams have continued to raise their level of play to
reach the pinnacle of football success, our team of Aramark service
stars is eager to deliver a dining experience worthy of the Super Bowl,”
said Carl Mittleman, President of Aramark’s Sports and
Entertainment division. “We are honored to collaborate with the Twin
Cities’ most renowned restauranteurs, iconic local brands and respected
small businesses to bring a unique flair and authentic fare to the
dining program.”
Running the gamut from classic game day favorites, to specialty dishes
available in concessions, suites and club levels, the Super Bowl LII
menu is a showcase of the distinctive tastes of the Bold North,
reflecting the Twin Cities’ increasingly diverse and dynamic culinary
scene.
AFC-NFC TRIBUTE ITEMS
To celebrate the teams competing in Super Bowl LII, Chef Mehne has
developed two menu items that pay homage to the New England Patriots and
Philadelphia Eagles. Each sandwich incorporates signature ingredients
that provide a little hometown flavor for fans traveling from Boston and
Philadelphia.
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New England Clam Roll – Kettle Chip Crusted Fried Clams, House
Tartar Sauce, Shredded Lettuce, Griddled Roll
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South Philly Roast Pork Sandwich – Italian Roast Pork, Sautéed
Broccoli Rabe, Sharp Provolone, Hoagie Roll
Two specialty cocktails have also been crafted to pair with each
sandwich.
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The Wicked Red (AFC) -- Cranberry Juice, Rum and Blueberry
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Midnight Green Punch (NFC) -- Vodka, Sour Apple and Lemon-Lime
Soda
“TASTE OF THE TWIN CITIES”
The general concessions menu features a variety of original
Minnesota-themed concepts, fan favorite destinations and classic stadium
fare. Highlights include: 612 Burger Kitchen (handmade black
Angus beef blend burgers); Bud’s BBQ (house made barbecue
classics); Wild & Fresh Market (assorted “better for you”
options, salads and gluten free fare); Mill City Classics (hot
dogs, brats and nachos); and Stone Arch Pizza Co. (pizza), among
many others.
State Fair Classics celebrates the Minnesota State Fair, the
country’s largest expo, with fare such as smoked turkey leg, pork chop
on a stick, and cookie dough cone.
“The Twin Cities’ bustling food scene features a wide array of
distinctive flavors and we’re looking forward to showcasing these bold
tastes at the Super Bowl,” said Aramark’s Chef Mehne. “The
Aramark team has been working tirelessly to create a world-class dining
experience to enhance the game day experience and I’m confident the menu
we’ve created is a perfect complement for what promises to be an
exciting game.”
CELEBRITY CHEF PARTNERSHIPS
U.S. Bank Stadium’s lineup of Minnesota-centric fare is bolstered by a
slate of top chefs and restaurateurs, including Andrew Zimmern,
the Minneapolis-based three-time James Beard Award-winning TV
personality, author, chef and teacher, and Gavin Kaysen, James
Beard Award-winning chef and owner of the widely acclaimed Spoon and
Stable, who operate original stadium locations under Zimmern’s
eatery brand – Andrew Zimmern’s Canteen Rotisserie and Andrew
Zimmern’s Canteen Hoagies.
The culinary roster also includes an outpost of Revival,
Minneapolis’ wildly popular southern cooking hotspot, from celebrated
local chef Thomas Boemer and restaurateur Nick Rancone.
Twin Cities Foodie is a U.S. Bank Stadium-exclusive, featuring
signature menu items from local chefs/restaurateurs Matt Bickford,
Shawn Smalley and Tammy Wong. A portion of sales from the
three chef-created menu items is donated to No Kid Hungry, a campaign to
end childhood hunger in America.
FEATURED RESTAURANTS & BUSINESSES
From emerging brands and award-winning restaurants to rising stars and
culinary icons, U.S. Bank Stadium features a robust lineup of
Minneapolis-St. Paul-based bakeries, brands and businesses. Aramark’s
partnership with these local food and beverage partners brings a unique
flair and a distinctive taste of the Twin Cities and surrounding area to
U.S. Bank Stadium:
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Be Graceful Bakery & Catering(Edina, MN)
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A Peace of Cake (St. Paul, MN)
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Chocolat Celeste (St. Paul, MN)
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Curds & Cakes (Foreston, MN)
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Ike’s Food & Cocktails (Minneapolis, MN)
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Just Truffles (St. Paul, MN)
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Kramarczuk’s Sausage Company(Minneapolis, MN)
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Lola’s Cafe (Minneapolis, MN)
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Prairie Dogs (Minneapolis, MN)
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R Taco (Minneapolis, MN)
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Thomasina’s Cashew Brittle (Minneapolis, MN)
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T-Rex Cookie Company (Minneapolis, MN)
PREMIUM DINING
Throughout the clubs, guests will be treated to a variety of featured
offerings such as homemade Walleye Chowder with wild rice,
potatoes, dill and vermouth; Braised Short Rib Sandwich with
pancetta, arugula, smoked tomatoes, pickled red onions, roasted garlic
and cheddar cheese; and Kramarczuk’s Wild Rice Bratwurst with
carmalized onions and lingonberry chutney.
For suiteholders, the menu packages feature Andrew Zimmern’s
Northwood’s Porchetta Sandwich; Revival’s famous Southern Fried
Chicken; St. Croix Valley Winter Green Salad; Smoked
Brisket Mac n Cheese; Pan Seared Jumbo Lump Crab Cake; and Minnesota
Maple Nut Goodie Bread Pudding.
ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
Super Bowl LII will mark the first-ever Super Bowl to sell a pre-packed
compostable peanut bag. Aramark originally debuted the
environmentally-friendly packaging earlier this season in Kansas City.
The availability of compostable peanut bags is a component of the NFL’s
drive to divert waste generated during the Super Bowl from the landfill.
As part of the NFL’s initiative to reduce the environmental impact of
Super Bowl LII activities and leave a “green” legacy throughout the
area, Aramark is teaming with the NFL and PepsiCo, along with U.S. Bank
Stadium partners, for a landmark sustainability project at Super Bowl
LII – Rush2Recycle -- aimed to recover more than 90% -- more than
40 tons -- of stadium waste on game day. In addition to selling
compostable bags of peanuts, Aramark’s effort is a continuation of steps
taken during the regular season at U.S. Bank Stadium and include:
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Using compostable service ware and products (i.e. cups, trays, straws,
utensils);
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Minimizing food waste in the kitchen, such as composting food
trimmings; and
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Donating unused bulk ingredients through Second Harvest to local food
banks and charities.
During the 2017-18 season, Aramark partnered with 14 National Football
League teams to provide food and beverage, retail and/or facilities
services- Baltimore Ravens, Chicago Bears, Cincinnati Bengals, Cleveland
Browns, Denver Broncos, Houston Texans, Kansas City Chiefs, Minnesota
Vikings, New York Giants, New York Jets, Philadelphia Eagles, Pittsburgh
Steelers, Seattle Seahawks and Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
**Photos, Fun Facts and Menu Highlights can be downloaded here**
About Aramark
Aramark (NYSE: ARMK) proudly serves Fortune 500 companies, world
champion sports teams, state-of-the-art healthcare providers, the
world’s leading educational institutions, iconic destinations and
cultural attractions, and numerous municipalities in 19 countries around
the world. Our 270,000 team members deliver experiences that enrich and
nourish millions of lives every day through innovative services in food,
facilities management and uniforms. We operate our business with social
responsibility, focusing on initiatives that support our diverse
workforce, advance consumer health and wellness, protect our
environment, and strengthen our communities. Aramark is recognized as
one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by FORTUNE, as well as an
employer of choice by the Human Rights Campaign and Diversity Inc. Learn
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