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May 28, 2015

Review: Starbucks - S'mores Tart

Starbucks' S'mores Tart features a graham cracker tart crust filled with milk chocolate ganache topped with a toasted marshmallow.

Ben & Jerry's Releases "Save Our Swirled" Ice Cream

To highlight their climate change campaign to support a transition to 100% clean energy by 2050, Ben & Jerry's has released new "Save Our Swirled" ice cream.

Papa John's Bakes New Cinnamon Knots

Buoyed by the success of Garlic Knots last month, Papa John's adds a sweet version with new Cinnamon Knots.

Taco Bell to Remove Artificial Flavors and Colors from Food by End of 2015

Taco Bell plans to remove all artificial flavors and colors from their food by the end of this year, in addition to the removal of added trans fat and unsustainable palm oil.

May 27, 2015

Review: Popeyes - Smoky Garlic Chile Chicken

Popeyes' Smoky Garlic Chile Chicken features chicken tenderloins marinated in a blend of smoked garlic and Morita chili peppers and then battered, breaded, and deep-fried.

KFC Brings Back Colonel as Part of Rebranding Effort

KFC has brought back the Colonel to sell their chicken in new ad spots. The move is part of a rebrand that includes new menu items, packaging, and store re-design.

Review: Moe's Southwest Grill - Sriracha Nacho Stack

Moe's Southwest Grill’s Sriracha Nacho Stack features cotija cheese, Huy Fong brand Sriracha hot chili sauce, beans, queso, pickled jalapenos, shredded cheese, pico de gallo, and a choice of protein (chicken, steak, etc.) between two crunchy corn shells and wrapped in a soft flour tortilla.

Wendy's Launches New Crispy Dill Chicken Sandwich

Wendy's latest value play is the new, limited-time Crispy Dill Chicken Sandwich for $1.49.

Lotteria Japan's Latest Burger Comes Filled with Rice Instead of Beef

Lotteria Japan's latest limited-time offering is the carb-indulgent Mongolian Bowl Burger, which completely eschews beef in favor of a patty made entirely of white rice.

Starbucks 2015 Summer Bakery Menu

Starbucks adds a number of new bakery items to their menu this summer including a new S'mores Tart and Cookies Straw (for drinking their Frappuccinos).

Here's the full 2015 summer line-up:

May 26, 2015

Review: Subway - Chicken Caprese Sandwich

Subway's Chicken Caprese Sandwich is something they're testing and features antibiotic-free sliced chicken, fresh mozzarella, tomato, spinach, and basil mayo on flatbread.

Carl's Jr. Releases New Ding Dong Ice Cream Sandwich

Carl's Jr. offers the new, limited-time Hostess Ding Dong Ice Cream Sandwich. Much like the name sounds, it features hand-scooped vanilla ice cream sandwiched between a halved Ding Dong snack cake.

Popeyes Launches New Smoky Garlic Chile Chicken

Popeyes goes for smoked heat for their latest flavor profile with new, limited-time Smoky Garlic Chile Chicken.

Burger King Testing Grilled Hot Dogs

It appears Burger King is testing new Grilled Dogs out in Michigan and Maryland.

May 25, 2015

Review: Chick-fil-A - Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Chick-fil-A's Grilled Chicken Sandwich features a marinated, grilled boneless breast of chicken, served on a toasted multigrain bun with green leaf lettuce and tomato.

50 Cent Corn Dogs at Sonic on May 26, 2015

Sonic will be celebrating National End of School Day tomorrow, Tuesday, May 26, 2015, by offering their corn dogs for 50 cents a piece at participating locations.

Grilled Stuft Nachos Return to Taco Bell

Grilled Stuft Nachos are back for a limited time at Taco Bell.

Papa John Brings Back the Greek Pizza

Apparently enough customers enjoyed the Greek Pizza that Papa John's has brought it back for a second limited-time run. The pizza was first introduced around this time last year.

May 24, 2015

Review: Taco Bell - Sangrita Blast Freeze

Taco Bell's Sangrita Blast Freeze features the citrus punch Mountain Dew flavor of the soda but frozen in an icy slush.

Burger King Adds New Fully Loaded Croissan'wich

Burger King adds the new Fully Loaded Croissan'wich to their breakfast line up. It's basically their standard Croissan'wich except with all their available breakfast meats inside.