California Pizza Kitchen Brings the Mediterranean to Your Table with New Guilt-Free Creations

Iconic restaurant debuts three new Mediterranean-inspired dishes and celebrates with a Mediterranean Cruise giveaway

COSTA MESA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--California Pizza Kitchen (CPK), the iconic restaurant brand renowned for bold, innovative flavors with a California point of view, is launching a vibrant trio of Mediterranean-inspired dishes that are both wholesome and irresistible. These limited-time offerings – Salmon Baked in Parchment, Mediterranean Pizza, and Big Greek Salad – feature fresh, high-quality ingredients, bold flavors and authentic cooking techniques. Perfect for those seeking lighter options without sacrificing craveability, each dish delivers a taste of the Mediterranean’s coastal charm.

CPK is also launching an exciting sweepstakes: guests who purchase one of these limited-time dishes will be eligible to win a Mediterranean Cruise, valued at $5,000.

Starting Tuesday January 21, guests can embark on a flavor journey through the Mediterranean with these seasonal creations:

• Salmon Baked in Parchment: North Atlantic salmon paired with broccolini, roasted tomatoes, Kalamata olives, capers, wild Greek oregano, and fresh garlic. Drizzled with EVOO, and topped with lemon, basil, and slivered scallions. Baked to perfection in our hearth oven.
• Mediterranean Pizza: Layered with grilled zucchini, slow-roasted tomatoes, red onions, Kalamata olives, Parmesan cheese, and EVOO. Finished with creamy Feta, wild Greek oregano, and drizzled with housemade Tzatziki.
• Big Greek Salad: Opa! Slow-roasted cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, Kalamata olives, red onions, green peppers, and fresh mint tossed with crisp romaine and housemade lemon-herb vinaigrette. Topped with creamy Feta slices, zesty pepperoncinis, EVOO, and wild Greek oregano.

“We know our guests are seeking better-for-you choices, but they don’t want to compromise on flavor and variety, and we’re perfectly positioned to give them both,” said Chef Paul Pszybylski, VP of Culinary Innovation at CPK. “Our Salmon Baked in Parchment is a perfect example - using the classic French cooking technique, everything is sealed and steamed to perfection. It’s not just healthy, it’s like unwrapping a little gift of incredible flavor and aroma.”

Additionally, one lucky CPK guest won’t just taste the Mediterranean, they’ll experience it firsthand. By purchasing one of the limited-time menu items, guests are eligible to win a Mediterranean Cruise. The grand prize includes a $5,000 voucher from a major cruise line, so you can savor Mediterranean vibes on sea and shore. To enter, guests must first become a member of CPK Rewards (sign up at www.cpk.com/sign-up) and then complete their submission by visiting www.cpk.com/passport.

For more information, visit www.cpk.com and follow @cpk on Instagram, @calpizzakitchen on X or @calpizzakitchen on TikTok.

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. A PURCHASE WILL NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCES OF WINNING. Open only to legal residents of and physically located in one (1) of the following U.S. States ONLY: AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, KY, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NC, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, TN, TX, VA, or WI, who are at least eighteen (18) years old as of time/date of participation, and who either live or work within a 25-mile radius of a participating CPK restaurant. Sweepstakes is valid at all participating CPK restaurants within the US excluding CPK airport locations, CPK’s Mobile Kitchen, or CPK Franchise locations. Void elsewhere & where prohibited by law. Sweepstakes starts 12:00 a.m. ET on 1/21/25 and ends at 11:59 p.m. ET on 3/24/25. Subject to Official Rules, including alternate methods of entry, prize details, odds, and restrictions, see www.cpk.com/passport. Sponsor: California Pizza Kitchen, Inc., 575 Anton Blvd., Suite 100, Costa Mesa, CA 92626.

About California Pizza Kitchen

In 1985, California Pizza Kitchen (CPK) opened its first restaurant in Beverly Hills and introduced diners to gourmet California inspired pizza. With a passion for combining fresh, seasonal ingredients with flavor inspirations from around the world, today CPK is a global brand serving creative California cuisine in restaurants across 27 states, as well as nine countries and U.S. territories. From its innovative, hearth-baked pizzas such as The Original BBQ Chicken, Thai Chicken, and California Club, to inventive salads, and unique pasta dishes that combine the old world with the new, CPK does everything with an imaginative California-inspired twist that guests love.