Why do sweet and savory foods go so well together? Bojangles knows.

Some flavors are just meant to be together – peanut butter and jelly, bacon and eggs and of course, the magical balance of sweet and savory. But have you ever wondered why we love this combo so much? Grab a biscuit, get comfy and let’s dive into the history of this iconic combo. And stick around, because Bojangles is bringing you the ultimate twist on this classic pairing – our all-new Chicken & Bo-Berry Waffles.

Why do sweet and savory flavors work so well together? It all comes down to science (and taste buds). Our brains love contrast – when sweet and savory flavors mix, they activate different taste receptors, creating a more dynamic and satisfying eating experience. That’s why crispy bacon dipped in maple syrup, sea salt on chocolate or pineapple on pizza just hit differently.

But this love affair isn’t new – it’s been around for centuries. Ancient Romans paired honey with cheese, Chinese cuisine has been mixing sweet and salty flavors for thousands of years (hello, sweet and sour chicken!) and let’s not forget the French mastery of sweet-savory crepes. Over time, cultures across the world have perfected the balance, leading us to iconic combos like salted caramel, honey-glazed ham and, of course, chicken and waffles.

At Bojangles, we know a thing or two about flavor. Our legendary, perfectly seasoned fried chicken and our fluffy, buttery biscuits have been making taste buds happy for decades. So, when we decided to take on sweet and savory in a big way, we knew we had to do something special.

Enter the Chicken & Bo-Berry Waffles. Yep, we took our signature Cajun filet and paired it with warm Bo-Berry waffles. It’s a perfect balance of crispy, fluffy, sweet and savory – all topped with Bo-Berry Honey Glaze to bring it all together. It’s comfort food, brunch and a little bit of magic all in one bite, just like the Sunday soiree we threw to celebrate it.