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Sep 30, 2014

News: Jack in the Box - New Southwest Monster Taco

Jack in the Box introduces the new Southwest Monster Taco as the latest addition to their Monster Taco line up.

The Southwest Monster Taco features the same extra-long taco shell and seasoned meat as the rest of the Monster Tacos but tops it off with shredded cheddar cheese, black beans, corn, grilled onions, and Southwest Sauce.

News: 7- Eleven - New Extreme Meat Pizza Plus Other Specials

7-Eleven adds to their pizza line up with the new Extreme Meat Pizza. It comes topped with sausage, Canadian bacon, pepperoni, and mozzarella. The price for the pizza is $5.55.

Sep 29, 2014

Review: Wendy's - BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich

Wendy's BBQ Pulled Pork Sandwich features BBQ pulled pork, broccoli slaw, and a choice of either sweet, spicy, or smoky BBQ sauce, on a toasted brioche bun.

I bought one for $4.69 and requested all three barbecue sauces on the side.

Around the World: Krispy Kreme Delivers Giant Box of 2,400 Donuts in UK

As part of a promotion for their new Occasions service for big corporate events and weddings, Krispy Kreme delivered 2,400 Original Glazed Donuts in one giant box to one lucky social media follower over in the UK.

Here's How to Get 25-Cent Coffee Refills for a Year at Corner Bakery on Oct. 3rd

Corner Bakery will be celebrating World Smile Day on Friday, October 3, 2014 by giving away a pair of smiley face mugs to the first 50 guests in line at participating locations.

News: Domino's - $5.99 Large, 2-Topping Pizza Carryout Special from Sept. 29 - Oct. 5

Domino's is doing another one of their week-long carryout specials through from now through Sunday, October 5, 2014.

During the promotional period, they're offering a carryout-only deal where you can get a large, 2-topping pizza for $5.99.

Sep 28, 2014

Review: Trader Joe's - Potato Chips with South African Style Seasoning

Trader Joe's new Potato Chips with South African Style Seasoning are described on the bag as "classic potato chips with an exotic smoked flavor." According to the ingredients, that means they're seasoned with chili pepper, sea salt, garlic, basil, and parsley.

I picked up a 10-oz bag for $2.29.

News: Dunkin' Donuts - Free Medium Cup of Dark Roast Coffee on Sept 29

Like a number of coffee chains, Dunkin' Donuts will be celebrating National Coffee Day on September 29, 2014, by giving out free coffee. Specifically, they will be offering a free medium cup of their new Dark Roast Coffee to guests that come by on the day (limit one per guest).

News: Krispy Kreme - Free Coffee on September 29

Krispy Kreme is celebrating National Coffee Day, on Monday, September 29, 2014, by giving away free 12-oz cups of Krispy Kreme coffee at participating Krispy Kreme US locations.

News: Peet's Coffee - Buy One, Get One Free on Any Drink on September 29

Peet's Coffee will be celebrating National Coffee Day on Monday, September 29, 2014, buy offering a buy one, get one free deal on any handcrafted beverage (i.e. excluding juice and bottled beverages).

Sep 27, 2014

Review: Thomas - Apple Pie-Flavored English Muffins

Thomas has taken apples and cinnamon to make limited edition Apple Pie-flavored versions of their English Muffins. According to the package, they're both naturally and artificially flavored and contain apples.

I picked up a 13-oz package of six English muffins for $2.50.

News: Dole - New Power Smoothie Shakers

Dole has shaken up their Smoothie Shakers line with new Nutrition Plus Power Smoothie Shakers. While the regular line features yogurt and fruit, the new Power line ups the ante with by going with ever-trendy Greek yogurt and adding veggies to the mix.