Review: Denny's - Southern Slam

Denny's new Southern Slam is something they're offering as part of a Tour of America promotional menu. The meal includes two eggs, two strips of bacon or two sausage links,
a side of grits, and a open-faced biscuit with sausage gravy except they ran out of biscuits and I was left with an English muffin instead.

The price is not too bad at $5.99.

Around the World: The Biggest McMenu, Part Nine

Here we are! Part nine of the Biggest McMenu, highlighting all the various "Mc-" menu items from McDonald's restaurants all around the globe. It's also the last part since I'm all out of "Mc-" items.

In Malaysia, you can go to McDonald's and get a local dish, the Bubur Ayam McD, a rice porridge with chicken, green onions, sliced ginger, fried shallots, and diced chilies. It's only about $1.44 a bowl.

Neat! King's Hawaiian Hot Dog Buns

King's Hawaiian makes hot dog buns now! I was pretty excited to see this since I love their rolls and there's a local hot dog chains around here use the actually King's Rolls for hot dog and hamburger buns.

What makes them especially nice is that the sides are exposed and give a nice grilling surface.

News: Hardee's - New Hand-Breaded Chicken Tender Sandwiches

Following on the heels of sister chain, Carl's Jr.'s switch from Hand-Breaded Chicken Fillet Sandwiches to Hand-Breaded Chicken Tenders in May, Hardee's adds Hand-Breaded Chicken Tender Sandwiches to the menu.

While Carl's Jr. offers their Hand-Breaded Chicken Tender Sandwiches in Bacon Swiss Crispy, Honey Mustard, and Buttermilk Ranch, Hardee's offers them in Original (the classic lettuce, tomato, mayo), Bacon Swiss, and Honey Mustard. Looks like Hardee's is sticking with the seeded bun over the regular bun that Carl's Jr. went with.

Frozen Friday: Stouffer's - Farmer's Harvest Chicken & Parmesan Pasta Bake

Stouffer's Farmer's Harvest Chicken & Parmesan Pasta Bake comes with a vegetable medley side which seems to be standard for all of the Farmer's Harvest line: a blend of broccoli (or green beans), carrots, and red peppers in a butter sauce.

A 12-ounce box runs around $3.99 but I picked it up on sale for $2.

Review: Starbucks - Pink Lime Frozt Frappuccino

Starbucks Pink Lime Frozt Frappuccino is something Starbucks is testing in a few select locations including one that The Sister occasioned upon while on a trip.

Pink Lime is described by Starbucks as a "fruity lemonade" and The Sister tried a 12-ounce Tall, but the cost escapes her (I'm guessing a little over $3 though).

News: Target - Buy One, Get One Free Frappuccinos!

Attention Target shoppers (cue PA system voice)! According to their Facebook, Target is offering a buy one, get one free Frappuccino promotion at all Target Starbucks locations through Monday, July 2.

The promotion is not going without a hitch though. A quick read of the comments suggests that you should call ahead to make sure your local Target is participating.

News: Papa John's - New Chicken Parmesan Pizza

Papa John's is out with a new, limited-time pizza: the Chicken Parmesan Pizza.

The Chicken Parmesan Pizza joins the Buffalo Chicken Pizza on Papa John's limited-time rotation and is topped with garlic parmesan and pizza sauce, sliced chicken strips, mozzarella, Parmesan cheese, Romano cheese, and Italian herb seasoning.

Neat! McDonald's Employee Tells All!

A McDonald's restaurant employee (user name GameMisconduct63) posted on the "IAmA" section of Reddit offering to answer any questions regarding his experience working at McDonald's restaurant. Specifically he titles the thread "IAmA McDonald's employee, who has seen the worst of the worst customer incidents, altercations, and overall rudeness of human beings. AMA." "AMA" stands for "Ask Me Anything."

Interesting, he actually enjoys working at McDonald's which he attributes to great co-workers and managers, which is typically true of any workplace. While he maintains that he can only answer as to his own experiences at a single McDonald's restaurant, his replies tend to be enlightening and, as with any customer service job, he has had to deal with irate and sometime bizarre customers experiences.

Review: Domino's - Chicken & Bacon Carbonara Artisan Pizza

Domino's Chicken & Bacon Carbonara Artisan Pizza is the latest addition to Domino's line of $7.99 Artisan-style pizzas. It's topped with a blend of marinara and alfredo sauce, pieces of grilled chicken breast, smoked bacon, mozzarella cheese, diced tomatoes, and a bit of oregano.

News: Starbucks - $1 Off Frappuccinos When Buying Two or More

Starbucks is running a promotion for $1 off each Frappuccino of any flavor as long as you buy two or more. The deal is good starting today, July 28, and runs through this Sunday, July 1.

The premise is you can bring a friend and enjoy the savings. But you can also just buy two different flavors and double fist it.

News: Red Robin Really Brings the Heat with Ghost Peppers

For those of you who love the heat (or hate your tongue), Red Robin has a nice surprise for you with two new burger styles that incorporate ghost peppers, one of the world's hottest chili peppers.

For a buck more from the standard $6.99 of a Tavern Double (includes Bottomless Steak Fries), you can choose to melt your mouth with either Fiery Ghost Style or Cry Baby Style. If you're looking for a bigger burger, it's also a $1 upcharge on the Big Tavern.