Margherita, a supplier of specialty Italian meats from Smithfield, Virginia-based Smithfield Culinary, is turning up the heat with its latest creation — Jalapeño Pepperoni. This fiery twist on a classic balances bold heat and savory richness, making it easy for pizza producers and foodservice operators to elevate their offerings with on-trend, craveable flavors.
alapeño Pepperoni is the brand’s latest addition to its lineup of premium pork products. Not only a hot addition to pizza, its versatility makes for a tasty complement to appetizers, Italian dishes and other menu offerings.
Hot Menu Trends
While pepperoni continues to top the list as America’s most popular pizza topping, diners are increasingly seeking bold flavors and sensory excitement. According to Datassential, one in four restaurants in the United States offers jalapeños as a pizza topping, with menu mentions of “jalapeño” and “pizza” increasing 18% over the past year.
“Today’s diners enjoy experimenting with bold and unexpected flavor profiles while still appreciating familiar ingredients,” said Edward Wayda, marketing director for Smithfield Culinary. “Our new Jalapeño Pepperoni enables operators to effortlessly tap into this demand, providing them with an approachable yet surprising ready-to-use ingredient.”
