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Mar 2, 2017

The Triple Double Crunchwrap is Back at Taco Bell

Taco Bell brings back the Triple Double Crunchwrap, the meatier, cheesier version of the Crunchwrap Supreme, for a limited time.

Arby's Deer Meat Sandwiches Making a Brief Stop in NYC

In celebration of the opening Arby's second New York City restaurant this week, the location will be serving up a limited quantity of their elusive Venison Sandwiches.

Buy One Starbucks Macchiato, Get One Free from 2 to 5 PM Through March 6, 2017

To push their new varieties of Macchiatos and their Macchiatos in general, Starbucks is running a buy one, get one free deal on all Macchiato drinks through March 6, 2017, from 2 PM to 5 PM.

Starbucks Debuts New Iced Cinnamon Almondmilk Macchiato

Starbucks looks to warmer days with the release of the new Iced Cinnamon Almondmilk Macchiato. They're also offering a hot version of their Iced Coconutmilk Mocha Macchiato (i.e. a Coconutmilk Mocha Macchiato).

Taste Test: Taco Bell Doritos Quesalupa Crunch, Chicken Enchilada Burrito, and Caesar Crunchwrap Test Items

On a recent visit to Taco Bell headquarters in Irvine, CA, I was able to try a number of new items that they will be testing out in the wild starting today. The items I sampled included the Doritos Quesalupa Crunch, Chicken Enchilada Burrito, and Caesar Crunchwrap.

I also got a sneak peek at a few other test items but I'm not yet able those (look forward to it in April though!). Here's my thoughts on the three items that I can talk about:

Panda Express Launches New Five Flavor Shrimp

Panda Express introduces a new, limited-time dish for the Lenten season: Five Flavor Shrimp.

Mar 1, 2017

Review: Little Caesars - Smokehouse Pizza

Little Caesars' Smokehouse Pizza features a large, hand-tossed round pizza covered in the chain's signature blend of mozzarella and Muenster cheeses, topped with beef brisket, pulled pork, applewood-smoked bacon and barbecue sauce. The crust is sprinkled with smokehouse seasoning.

Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets are Gone... Mostly.

Wendy's Spicy Chicken Nuggets have been discontinued by the chain nationally but that doesn't mean you can find them if you're lucky.

$5 Butterfly Shrimp Tackle Box Returns at Popeyes

The $5 Butterfly Shrimp Tackle Box is once again available at Popeyes for the Lenten season. They're also offering the $5 Cajun Surf & Turf in case, you want both shrimp and chicken.

Papa John's Testing $2.99 Faster-Pizza Fee

Papa John's is testing an extra fee that lets customers push their pizza order to the front of the pizza-making line similar to what you might pay for from an airline, a delivery service, or at an amusement park.

Feb 28, 2017

Taco Bell Set to Test Three New Items Including Doritos Quesalupa Crunch

Taco Bell today revealed that they will start testing three new items in three different markets beginning March 2, 2017, including a mash up of two popular items: the Doritos Locos Taco and the Quesalupa.

Here's what's in the works:

Subway Launches "$6 Footlong Sub of the Day" Deal

Subway offers the new "$6 Footlong Sub of the Day" deal as their latest value promotion at participating locations.

You Can Get Cinn-A-Stack Pancakes from IHOP by Asking for Them Through April 9, 2017

While they're no longer on the menu, you can grab yourself a plate of Cinn-A-Stack Pancakes from IHOP by asking for them until April 9, 2017.

New Power Rangers Donuts Morph Into Action at Krispy Kreme

New Power Rangers Donuts are now available at participating Krispy Kreme location in the US and Canada.

Trend Watch: Caribou Coffee Offers New Heated Cold Brew Coffee

In an odd twist, Caribou Coffee is serving a new steamed version of cold brew coffee that they've taken to calling "Hot Crafted Press."

Feb 27, 2017

Review: Starbucks - Ham and Cheese Croissant

Starbucks' Ham and Cheese Croissant features a butter croissant filled with Prosciutto Cotto Italian-style ham and melted Swiss cheese.

Arby's Meat Mountain Gets a Bigger Brother

Arby's secret menu Meat Mountain sandwich.
Arby's secret menu Meat Mountain sandwich gets a slightly larger, fishier variant with the new Meat Mountain "Denali-style," which throws in a complimentary crispy fish filet into the whole affair.

Half-Price Shakes at Sonic After 8 PM Through Summer 2017

Sonic is again discounting their entire selection of shakes to half the menu price after 8 PM at participating locations through the end of summer.

Church's Brings Back Lemon-Seasoned Butterfly Shrimp and Crispy Fish

Church's Chicken brings back Lemon-Seasoned Butterfly Shrimp and Lemon-Seasoned Crispy Fish Filets.

Starbucks Offers New Cookie Butter Bar

The newest item to grace Starbucks' bakery display is the Cookie Butter Bar showcasing various forms of spiced speculoos cookies.