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This Earth Day, we’re reflecting on the responsibility and opportunity that comes with serving millions of meals. At CAVA, how we source matters. We’re intentional about partnering with suppliers doing their part to create a more thoughtful, sustainable food system. Because small choices, at scale, can make a big difference. That’s one of the reasons we’re especially proud of our new Glazed Salmon. It’s paired with a house-made pomegranate glaze inspired by the flavors of the Levant region. Bold, tangy, and just sweet enough to let the salmon shine. To bring that glaze to life, we partnered with Just Date, founded by Sylvia Charles Royston, M.D. Their approach to sweetness is rooted in simplicity: using organic dates to create naturally derived sweeteners. Even better, they help reduce food waste by upcycling dates that might otherwise go unused, transforming them into something delicious and purposeful. It’s one example of a larger commitment: working with partners who share our belief that better food starts with better choices. Today especially, we are proud of this partnership.  🌎

Last week, we brought together NYC-based tastemakers, some of our most loyal guests, and a few local Team Members to celebrate and have a first taste before the launch of our Glazed Salmon. While the room was full of energy, the real magic was happening behind the scenes. Our culinary team members are the true unsung heroes powering everything from one‑off experiences like Flavor Oasis to the nationwide launch of Glazed Salmon today. They’re the ones that bring our ambitions to life in the most flavorful way!

Starting Monday, Glazed Salmon joins the menu, bringing a new Mediterranean staple to elevate your CAVA experience. This premium, feel-good protein - our first-ever seafood- is packed with flavor and nutrients (hello B12 + D), and finished the CAVA way: bold, balanced, and seriously craveable. Build it your way in a bowl or pita, or try one of our new chef-curated creations: ✨ Salmon + Strawberry Sesame Bowl A delightfully unexpected combination served over brown rice and spinach, layered with roasted red pepper hummus, feta, and vegetables.  🍓 Topped with CAVA’s new Strawberry Sesame Dressing: A tart, strawberry-based dressing made with tahini, white balsamic, honey, and spices, including sumac.                                        🥒 Salmon + Yogurt Dill Bowl A classic pairing served over arugula and saffron rice, featuring hummus and Crazy Feta® for bold flavor, fresh vegetables for vibrancy, and a creamy yogurt dill dressing to bring it all together. Mediterranean-inspired. Flavor-forward. Ready for your next order starting Monday.

National Pita Day is coming up, and at CAVA we’re celebrating in a big way. This year, we’re turning it into a full-on moment, led by our most devoted (and crispiest) fan, Peter Chip. He’s kicking off a month of surprises designed to bring a little extra flavor, fun, and Mediterranean generosity to our guests. Think: the chance to win free pita chips for a year, limited-time bowls with NIL stars Azzi Fudd and Yaxel Lendeborg, and an in-app CAVA Flavor Bracket to settle some very important debates. And of course, it all leads up to the main event: free pita chips for CAVA Rewards members on National Pita Day weekend. Because we believe in serving up flavor with a side of Mediterranean hospitality. Check out everything we have planned at bwnews.pr/3NINp6c

Q4 and Full Year '25 reminded us why guests choose CAVA. They come for fresh, bold Mediterranean food and stay for the welcoming energy our teams create every day. We are grateful for every guest and every team member who brought our experience to life this year. Cheers to a flavorful 2026.

We just launched a physical Bowlmates Dating Card Game 💕 When we were brainstorming what we wanted to do for Valentine’s Day for CAVA, it became very clear we wanted to lean into the small bit of dating equity we had carved out with Bowlmates, our dating show where singles go on a first date inside a CAVA. That idea of wanting to lean in, became an official card game for singles and couples everywhere, to help deepen and strengthen connection. The game is split into 4 different types of questions (correlating to the showb) and features 96 question cards. If there’s any lesson to be learned here, it’s that you should TRY. Try something new, take a risk, don’t be afraid. You might just make a dating show for your brand (that reached 900K views in season 2), and end up creating a physical piece of merch for your biggest fans! Social team: Rachel Karten Maggie Larkin Justin Jacksen Kendel Dawson Design: Cassie Popeski Christa Guerra Writing 96 questions: Sara Martin Photos of product: Very Online Agency Project management: Clara Hopkins Link to buy in comments ⬇️

15 years ago, CAVA started with a simple idea: great food brings people together. What’s meant the most to us over the years is seeing that idea come to life again and again. CAVA has always been about the people who make it happen, the food that brings us together, and the guests we welcome to our table. It’s about living full, the Mediterranean way – savoring flavor and abundance, sharing carefree joy, and enjoying moments of togetherness. We’re so grateful to everyone who’s been part of our journey and continues to make CAVA a place to connect, celebrate and belong.

We're kicking off the new year with our biggest menu launch to date! 💚 Sumac Sour Cream + Onion Pita Chips 🪷 Sumac Slaw 🍊 Tangerine Aleppo Juice 🥗 Power Greens 🍠 And of course, our beloved white sweet potatoes are BACK! Congratulations to everyone who played a part in bringing these menu items to life! You name the team or role (culinary, operations, supply chain, marketing, etc.), and they likely had a heavy hand in making today possible.

We're excited about another strong quarter with continued momentum as we grow market share and welcome more guests to our table 🎉 Our Q3 results reflect the strength of our strategy and the power of our value proposition: vibrant, flavorful food made from real ingredients, served with hospitality and care. Thank you to our CAVA team members for bringing our mission to life every day. Read more about our Q3 performance ⬇️