Free Future Large Pizza with $15 or More Purchase at Papa John's Through April 6, 2015

Papa John's vies for your pizza dollar with a college basketball-themed deal for a free large, 3-topping pizza on a future order when you spend $15 or more on an online order through Monday, April 6, 2015.

Krispy Kreme Launches Easter-Themed Donuts

To welcome the spring, Krispy Kreme launches a trio of seasonal Easter-themed donuts available through April 5, 2015 at participating locations in the U.S. and Canada. Additionally, they plan to offer special Bunny Bum Donuts only from April 3rd to 5th.

The three Easter-themed donuts include:

Review: Cheetos - Sweetos

Cheetos Sweetos feature cinnamon sugar-flavored versions of the iconic corn puff snack.

It was $1.99 for a 7-oz bag on sale.

Sprite Brings Back LeBron's Soda But Shortens the Name

Last year, Sprite introduced "Sprite 6 Mix by LeBron James," a limited-time orange and cherry tinged version of the lemon-lime soda. This year, they've brought it back with a new name and new look, perhaps to match the basketball star's new playing address in Cleveland, OH (and also to match the fact that he no longer wears the number 6 on his jersey).

McDonald's Trying New $4 Meals

Perhaps looking for another value angle, McDonald's is testing/trying new $4 Meals in the Baltimore metro area.

The deal was spotted by one of your fellow readers, Adam.

The $4 Meals feature a choice from a limited selection of entrees plus a medium order of fries and a medium drink.

Frozen Friday: Chili's - Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese

Chili's Bacon Mac 'N' Cheese frozen meal features macaroni pasta, diced poblano peppers, and bits of bacon in a creamy cheese sauce.

A 10-oz box was $2 on sale.

Japan Gets New Shrimp-Flavored Funyuns

To welcome the spring and sakura (cherry blossom) season, Frito-Lay Japan introduces Sakura Shrimp-flavored Funyuns (Yes, they're shrimp-flavored, onion-flavored snack rings) as a limited-time flavor.

Ben & Jerry's 2015 Free Cone Day on April 14th

Ben & Jerry's is holding this year's Free Cone Day on Tuesday, April 14th, 2015, from 12 to 8 PM at participating Ben & Jerry's Scoop Shops.

The annual tradition is meant to show appreciation to the brand's fans and customers. During the event, you can get a free scoop of any ice cream of your choice in a cup or cone.

Review: Subway - Turkey Italiano Melt

Subway's Turkey Italiano Melt features a base of genoa salami, pepperoni, and turkey plus your standard choice of bread, cheese (provolone is the suggested cheese), veggies, and condiments (including the new Subway vinaigrette, which is the suggested sauce).

It was $4.50 for a 6-inch sub, which is the middle-tier price for their sandwiches.

Starbucks Launches Cold Brew Coffee in Select Parts of U.S.

At the end of this month, Starbucks is launching their new Starbucks Cold Brew coffee in over 2,800 stores located in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic, and Midwest United States, as well as select Canadian cities (Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary).

Del Taco Offers Value with $2.50 Bacon Grilled Breakfast

Del Taco is packaging together a few of their bacon breakfast offerings for the new Bacon Grilled Breakfast for $2.50.

Review: Panera Bread - Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich

Panera Bread's Napa Almond Chicken Salad Sandwich features chicken raised without antibiotics, diced celery, seedless red grapes, almonds, and chicken salad dressing plus lettuce and vine-ripened tomatoes on fresh-baked Sesame Semolina Bread.

A half sandwich was $5.39 and included a side (choice of chips, apple, or bread). A whole sandwich goes for $7.29.

Panda Express Unveils Chinese Spare Ribs

Panda Express unveils new, limited time Chinese Spare Ribs, bring back pork to the menu. The new ribs are inspired by char siu pork, a type of Chinese barbecued pork known for its red color.

Tostitos Giving Free Dips for Chips for National Chip Day

In a pretty hilarious promotion, Tostitos will be celebrating National Chip and Dip Day through March 23, 2015, by giving away free dip for anyone named "Chip" in the U.S. who chooses to claim it. 

Additionally, if you live in a city in the U.S. that being with "Chip," you can also get free dip.

White Castle Veggies Sliders Make the Permanent Menu

Vegetarian slider lovers rejoice! White Castle's Veggies Sliders are now a permanent menu item at the burger chain.

The Veggie Sliders were initially released at the beginning of the year as a limited-run item.

Review: Arby's - Rachel Sandwich

Arby's Rachel sandwich is a slight variation on their Reuben and features thin-sliced roast turkey, housemade coleslaw, Swiss cheese, and Thousand Island dressing on marble rye bread.

I bought one for $5.29.

Papa John's Brings Back Philly Cheesesteak Pizza

The Philly Cheesesteak Pizza makes a limited-time return to Papa John's in time for college basketball championship time.

First introduced last December, the pizza comes topped with a creamy garlic sauce, thin-sliced steak made by the Original Philly Cheesesteak Company, sliced onions, green peppers, and a combination of mozzarella and provolone cheeses.

Chick-fil-A Introduces New Frosted Lemonade

Chick-fil-A introduces new Frosted Lemonade, a combination of their fresh-squeeze lemonade and signature Icedream soft serve.

Nutella Ice Cream Returns to Carvel

Nutella ice cream makes a return to Carvel ice cream shops and brings along a new shake version for the ride.

You can find the chocolaty-hazelnut-spread-flavored ice cream desserts at participating Carvel shops through May 31, 2015.

The featured line up includes:

Review: Smashburger - Mint Oreo Shake

Smashburger's Mint Oreo Shake features vanilla Haagen-Dazs ice cream, crushed Oreo cookies, and (green) mint syrup.

A glass full goes for $4.59 but I received this courtesy of Smashburger.