TGI Fridays(SM) Unveils New Taste & Share Menu

CARROLLTON, Texas, April 24, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Fridays is introducing its new Taste & Share menu featuring seven perfectly-sized, lower-priced selections that are great for splitting with friends and trying a bit of everything. Of course, the exciting flavor combinations are hardly limited to the kitchen. Fridays is also stocking its bar with a new selection of regional craft beers and three new innovative scratch-made cocktails mixed and muddled by the best bartenders in the business.

The flavors on the Taste & Share menu are bold and better than ever, complimented by hand preparation, vine-fresh ingredients including avocado, basil and jalapeno as well as craveable sauces like sriracha aioli, wasabi ranch and craft-beer cheese. From the tangy Thai Pork Tacos and zesty Ahi Tuna Crisps, to the crispy Bacon Mac & Cheese Bites and savory Corned Beef & Swiss Sliders, guests are sure to find great new flavors to crave!

"We're excited about the flavor, freshness and value of our new food and drinks, which are great for sampling, sharing and celebrating," said Ricky Richardson, president, TGI Fridays USA. "So, whether guests want to get together and taste something new or are looking for a little something extra before the main course, our Taste & Share menu is perfect for any occasion."

For occasions that call for a little extra kick, Fridays is shaking it up with its three new scratch-made cocktails, the Strawberry Basil Margarita, Barbados Rum Punch and Hendricks Cooler. These latest drinks feature premium liquors, Patron Tequila, Mount Gay Eclipse Rum and Hendricks Gin, enhanced with the fresh flavors of mango, passion fruit, strawberry and cucumber. They are just the thing, whether pairing with a meal or just unwinding with friends at the bar.

More about the new menu: 

Taste & Share Menu:

Thai Pork Tacos
Thai marinated pulled pork served in three soft corn tortillas, sriracha aioli, ginger-lime slaw and hoisin sauce.

Ahi Tuna Crisps
Three blackened ahi tuna slices on tortilla chips, with fresh guacamole, jalapenos, sriracha sauce and avocado vinaigrette drizzled with cucumber wasabi ranch.

Bacon Mac & Cheese Bites
Crispy bites of bacon and cheese with three varieties of cheddar and served with craft beer-cheese dipping sauce.

Garlic & Basil Bruschetta
Roma tomato, roasted garlic and fresh basil on freshly-toasted parmesan baguette crostinis with balsamic glaze.

Parmesan Meatballs
Three jumbo Italian meatballs smothered in marinara, melted Monterey jack, parmesan and romano.Topped with fresh tomato-basil bruschetta.

Corned Beef & Swiss Sliders
Two deli sliders on a pretzel roll with caramelized onions, Dijon mustard and mayonnaise.

Hibachi Skewers
Two grilled appetizer skewers marinated in a garlic and black pepper soy sauce with a miso glaze. Served with grilled pita and ginger-lime slaw, with choice of Black Angus steak or grilled chicken.

Return of a Summer Favorite:

Strawberry Fields Salad
A summer salad so loved we had to bring it back! Fresh balsamic-marinated strawberries, shaved parmesan, goat cheese and glazed pecans served over mixed greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette dressing.

Hand-Crafted Cocktails:

Strawberry Basil Margarita
A well balanced blend of herbs, fruit and spice featuring Patron Silver Tequila, triple sec, fresh muddled strawberries, fresh basil and our own fresh agave sour.

Barbados Rum Punch
A new rum punch featuring Mount Gay Eclipse Rum combined with mango, passion fruit and strawberry puree, Fridays' own fresh sour and a dash of Angostura Bitters.

Hendricks Cooler
A handcrafted cooler with fresh muddled cucumber, Hendricks Gin, sour apple pucker, our fresh homemade sour and lemon-lime soda.

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About TGI Fridays^SM

TGI Fridays restaurants offer authentic American food and exciting drinks in an atmosphere that provides an energizing Friday feeling – any day of the week. Fridays^SM guest recognition program, Give Me More Stripes®, rewards loyal guests with great deals and fun events year-round, creating an engaging customer experience. As the original casual dining restaurant, TGI Fridays differentiates itself with a unique point of view which promises to exhilarate its guests with the feeling of Friday. TGI Fridays, which operates more than 900 restaurants in more than 60 countries, is also famous for its knowledgeable and charismatic bartenders, approximately 8,000 of whom compete annually for the title of the "Greatest TGI Fridays Bartender in the World." TGI Fridays believes in the importance of acting responsibly, and as a result its Responsible Business Program is focused on positively impacting the economic and environmental well-being of the communities and neighborhoods in which it operates. For more information, visit www.fridays.com.

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