Dairy Queen's April 2015 Specials

This month, Dairy Queen features the new, limited time Salted Caramel Truffle Blizzard for the April 2015 Blizzard of the Month.

Review: Dunkin' Donuts - Spicy Omelet Flatbread

Dunkin’ Donuts' Spicy Omelet Flatbread features a spicy omelet, bacon, and white cheddar cheese on an oven-toasted flatbread.

I picked one up for $3.49.

McDonald's Launches New Grilled Chicken with No Preservatives or Artificial Flavors

McDonald's has gone back to the drawing board with their grilled chicken and come up with a new version that's free of preservatives and artificial flavors.

Additionally, the new chicken comes grilled with an herb seasoning that lists parsley, garlic and onion powder, salt, sugar, lemon juice, and honey among the ingredients.

Review: Carl's Jr. - Jalapeno Poppers

Carl's Jr.'s Jalapeno Poppers are deep-fried, breaded jalapeno and cheddar cheese bites.

An order of six Poppers was $2.99.

Belgian Waffles Return to White Castle

Imported Belgian waffles are coming back to White Castle starting April 5, 2015. Returning are Belgian Waffle Breakfast Sliders, Chicken & Waffle Sliders, and Mini Belgian Waffles, along with new Strawberry and Cream Waffles.

McDonald's to Serve Chicken Raised Without Human Antibiotics

McDonald's plans to only serve chicken raised without antibiotics that are important to human medicine within the next two years.

Review: Taco Bell - Biscuit Tacos

Taco Bell's Biscuit Tacos are breakfast tacos featuring a buttermilk biscuit "shell" with various fillings including fried chicken strips, sausage, bacon, eggs, and cheese.

To cover the range of ingredients, I went and got the Sausage and Cheese Biscuit Taco, the Crispy Chicken Biscuit Taco with Jalapeno Honey, and the Bacon, Egg and Cheese Biscuit Taco.

It cost $2.19 for Sausage and Cheese Biscuit Taco and $2.69 each for the other two.

Popeyes Introduces New Tabasco-Marinated Fried Chicken Strips

Popeyes' latest flavor is new Tabasco-marinated fried chicken strips that they're calling "Red Stick Chicken."

The name derives from the little red sticks that the folks at McIlhenny Company, the makers of Tabasco sauce, use to determine when a pepper is perfectly ripe (when the color of the stick and peppers match, the pepper is ready).

New Bacon Cheddar Tendercrisp Sandwich at Burger King

New at Burger King is the limited-time Bacon Cheddar Tendercrisp Sandwich. It features a crispy breaded chicken breast filet with lettuce, tomato, American cheese, bacon, and a cheddar sauce on a brioche-style bun.

Review: Tazo - Organic Chai Latte

Tazo's Organic Chai Latte features a liquid concentrate of black tea, cinnamon, ginger, cardamom and vanilla that you simply mix with milk to make a hot or cold chai tea latte.

It was $3 for a 32 fl oz-carton (I got it at Target and they had both organic and non-organic version at the same price, so I went for the organic).

Starbucks Introduces Two New Wraps

Starbucks adds two new wraps as quick to-go options that can be found in their refrigerated displays. There's a new Edamame Hummus Wrap and a new Thai-Style Peanut Chicken Wrap.

Taco Bell Testing Ghost Pepper and Habanero Sauces

Taco Bell is in the midst of testing out new Ghost Pepper and Habernero sauces in a new menu item that they're calling the "Daredevil Loaded Griller."

The new test item has been spotted out in the greater Cincinnati area of Ohio.

Review: Trader Joe's - Easter Dove Bread

Trader Joe's Easter Dove Bread ("Columba di Pasqua") is a sweet dessert bread interspersed with candied orange peel, topped with almonds and pearl sugar.

A 16-oz loaf was $4.99.

KFC Rolls Out New Toasted Burritos in UK

Perhaps borrowing a page from sister chain Taco Bell, KFC has rolled out new Toasted Burritos over in the UK.

The burritos come filled with spicy rice, beans, salsa, lettuce, and chipotle mayo and can come filled with either Original Recipe, Zinger, or Pulled Chicken.

McAlister's Deli Adds Four New Pastas

McAlister's Deli adds four new pasta dishes to their menu: Chicken Bacon Jalapeno, Four Cheese Chili, Chicken Cavatappi, and Cavatappi.

Review: Starbucks - Birthday Cake Frappuccino

Starbucks' Birthday Cake Frappuccino features a Vanilla Bean Creme Frappuccino with hazelnut syrup, topped with raspberry-infused whipped cream.

It was $4.15 for a 12-oz Tall size.

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's Introduce New Thickburger El Diablo

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's look to add some extra heat with the new, limited-time Thickburger El Diablo. The burger features four spicy ingredients: sliced jalapenos, Jalapeno Poppers, habanero bacon sauce, and pepper jack cheese. Also included are a seasoned Black Angus patty in various sizes, crispy bacon, and a Fresh Baked Bun.

Wendy's Discontinues Pretzel Cheeseburger

It was just last year that it was declared permanent but Wendy's has discontinued the Pretzel Bacon Cheeseburger. Additionally, the Monterey Crispy Chicken Sandwich has also ended its most recent run on the menu.

Review: The Coffee Bean - Thai Tea Latte and Ice Blended

The Coffee Bean's Thai Tea Latte and Ice Blended both feature Assam black tea and the flavor of condensed milk (and what appears to be a healthy dose of food coloring).

It cost me $3.99 for the small 12-oz iced latte and $4.19 for the 12-oz Ice Blended (which is a more shake-like drink).

Schlotzsky's Debuts Four New Oven-Baked Pastas as Part of New Italian Menu

Schlotzsky's introduces four new oven-baked pasta dishes, three new ciabatta sandwiches, and a new pizza for their new "Viva l'Italia!" ("Hooray for Italy") menu at participating locations.