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Jan 14, 2015

Pizza Hut Launches Double Sensation II Pizzas in Hong Kong

Perhaps following up on the double-crusted pizzas of the same name that launched a few years ago in Singapore, Pizza Hut Hong Kong launches new Double Sensation II Pizzas to welcome the New Year. Like the Singaporean version, the pizza features two sets of stuffed crust edge; one at the actual pizza's edge and one as a ring in the middle of the pizza.

Review: Tropical Smoothie Cafe - Greek Salad Chicken Flatbread

Tropical Smoothie Cafe’s Greek Salad Chicken Flatbread features grilled chicken, cucumber, red onion, tomato, carrots, hummus, romaine, and a special Greek feta vinaigrette, all served on a toasted flatbread.

I purchased one for $3.99.

Pizza Hut Launches New Gluten-Free Pizza

Pizza Hut is set to launch new Gluten-Free Pizzas through a partnership with Udi's brand (best known for gluten-free bread and baked goods) and the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG).

Whataburger Unveils New Chicken Strip Monterey Melt Sandwich

Whataburger offers a chicken-y twist to their classic Monterey Melt with the new Chicken Strip Monterey Melt Sandwich.

Jan 13, 2015

Review: Pizza Hut - Quepapas

Pizza Hut's Quepapas are only available at some locations and feature mini potato bites filled with cheese and jalapenos.

It was $4.25 for an order of 15 Quepapas.

Ben and Jerry's Introduces New Cookie Core Ice Creams

Last year Ben & Jerry's introduced new Core Ice Creams with a topping/sauce that formed the "core" of each pint. This year, they take it to the next level with new Cookie Cores, which, like the name suggests, features a core of crunchy cookie butter that runs through the middle of each pint from top to bottom.

Panera Debuts New Asian-Inspired Broth Bowls

Panera Bread's latest menu addition, Broth Bowls, looks to fend off the cold with an Asian-inspired warm "umami soy-miso broth" paired with either soba noodles or lentils and quinoa.

There are four varieties of Panera Bread's Broth Bowls. They are:

Del Taco's Turkey Now Made with Jennie-O Turkey

Del Taco's seasoned ground turkey is now made with Jennie-O brand turkey and has been slightly tweaked.

I reached out to Del Taco for comment and was told the new turkey is made with a "new proprietary turkey recipe developed with category expert Jennie-O [that] features chunkier ground turkey, along with a slightly-adjusted seasoning for the ultimate flavor combination." Basically, they looked to improve the texture and flavor.

Jan 12, 2015

Review: Sonic - Lil' Chickies

Sonic's Lil' Chickies feature mini white-meat crispy chicken patties in a mini 4" hot dog bun. They come in three varieties: Classic, BBQ, and Buffalo.

I got one of each courtesy of Sonic. They're normally $1.49 a piece.

Burger King Brings Back $1.49 10-Piece Chicken Nuggets Deal

Looking to kickstart the New Year, Burger King brings back their popular 10-piece Chicken Nuggets for $1.49 deal for a limited time only.

Free Burrito with Any Sofritas Purchase at Chipotle on 1/26/15

Chipotle really wants you to try their organic tofu Sofritas. So much so that if you order Sofritas on Monday, January 26th, you can bring your receipt back and get your choice of a free burrito, bowl, salad, or order of tacos.

Denny's Introduces New "Skillets Across America" Menu

Denny's starts the New Year with the limited time "Skillets Across America" menu featuring four new skillets, each showcasing a number of regional American flavors.

The four new skillet dishes are: