Hormel Foods Corp., Austin, Minn., is marketing the Hormel Party Ring, a sandwich shaped like a ring and is intended to serve approximately eight persons.

The 15-ounce sandwich features pepperoni and slices of provolone cheese on a crispy baguette. Available in the deli section of grocery stores and supermarkets nationwide, the Party Ring has an average retail price of $9.99. Marketing support will include in-store promotions and public relations.