Around the World: KFC Japan - Double Down with Rice Between the Chicken...

KFC Japan takes the Double Down a step further with the oddly translated "Kentucky Chicken Rice." The new, limited-time item is so named because it introduces rice between the two fried chicken filets the infamous Double Down is known for.

Specifically, the Kentucky Chicken Rice comes with a patty of ketchup rice, a slice of cheddar cheese, tomato sauce, and a special sauce (i.e. the Colonel's sauce) sandwiched between two Original Recipe fried chicken filets.

News: Taco Bell - Free Churro with Purchase on February 4th

Taco Bell is offering a free Churro with any purchase tomorrow, Monday, February 4, 2013.

Taco Bell is calling the one day promotion "Live Mas Monday" in support of their Live Mas marketing campaign, which was most recently pushed with two Super Bowl ads: one for the tagline in general entitled "Viva Young" (which was teased earlier in "Grandpa Goes Wild") and one for the new Cantina Steak Burrito entitled "Grande Papi" (i.e. "Big Daddy").

Review: Kellogg's - Special K Sweet and Salty Popcorn Chips

Kellogg's Special K Popcorn Chips promise the "rich, irresistaible taste of popcorn" with a "unique crunch and texture." They're baked snacks meant to satisfy a craving without too much in the way of calories or fat.

A 4.5-ounce box is $3.69 at my local supermarket.

News: Kashi - New BBQ Recipe Chicken Pizza

If you're into eating Kashi brand thin crust pizza, your options just expanded by one with new Kashi BBQ Recipe Chicken Pizza. It features white meat chicken, caramelized onions, mozzarella and cheddar cheese, cilantro, and cherrywood smoke-flavored barbecue sauce.

Of course, the pizza crust is wood-fired and made with Kashi's 7 Whole Grains, but also adds sesame to the mix. The actual trademark is "Kashi 7 Whole Grains & Sesame."

News: Hershey's - New Special Dark Milkshakes

Hershey's line of single-serve refrigerated milk and milkshakes adds a new Special Dark Chocolate Milk Shake flavor starting March 2013.

The new flavor comes in 12-ounce single-serve, plastic bottles and is available at retailers nationwide.

I've never tried one of these before. Looking at the ingredients, they don't seem to be made with any ice cream or any cream at all; just thickeners for creamy texture.

Frozen Friday: Trader Joe's - Aloo Chaat Kati Pouches

Trader Joe's Aloo Chaat Kati Pouches are a savory crispy pastry filled with potatoes, chick peas, chaat masala, and tamarind chutney.

An 8-ounce box of two pouches were $2.29.

News: Subway - February 2013 Featured $5 Footlong

It is once again FebruANY at Subway this February, which means this month's Featured $5 Footlong is every regular Footlong sub on the menu.

"Premium" or "Special" Footlongs (basically Steak, Roast Beef, and Chicken & Bacon) are also on sale this year at $6 a piece.

Like last year, Subway is also running an instant-win promotion dubbed "Footlong Frenzy" with "Free Footlongs for Life" up for grabs as well as other prizes. You can find game codes on specially-marked 30-ounce cups as well as specially-marked Doritos Nacho Cheese and Cool Ranch tortilla chip bags.

News: Dickey's Barbecue - New Spicy Chicken Sandwich

Dickey's Barbecue introduces some heat with the new, limited-time Spicy Chicken Sandwich.

The sandwich features a toasted buttery roll filled with marinated chicken breast, smothered in a zesty Louisiana hot sauce blend and topped with Onion Tanglers (their version of onion strings) and Romaine lettuce.

Around the World: KFC Malaysia - New Goldenwrap Chicken

In Malaysia, KFC is offering new Goldenwrap Chicken. The unique thing about this new dish is it's wrapped in parchment paper and deep-fried according to this report.

The parchment paper is oil-proof, water-proof, and non-stick to seal in the juices (and presumably keep out the oil). The practice is used in baking, but I've never heard of it being fried (but I guess it would cook faster).

News: Jack in the Box - New Hot Mess Burger

Jack in the Box creates a faux '80s rock band back story for their faux founder for the release of their latest burger, the Hot Mess Burger, named after Jack's new '80s-themed Hot Mess music video.

The Hot Mess Burger features a jumbo beef patty seasoned with salt and pepper, sliced jalapenos, onion rings, and melted white cheddar and pepper jack cheese between two sliced of grilled sourdough bread.

Review: Foster's Freeze - Chili Cheese Dog

The Foster's Freeze Chili Cheese Dog features a Nathan's Famous hot dog inside a bun topped off with chili and cheese.

It cost $2.59.

News: Wendy's - Premium Fish Fillet Sandwich Returns

Wendy's Premium Fish Fillet sandwich makes its annual seasonal return to the Wendy's menu.

The sandwich features a hand-cut fillet of North Pacific Cod, breaded in a panko crumb coating and deep-fried. Like a lot of sandwiches of its kind, the fish fillet is accompanied by the obligatory tartar sauce and lettuce.