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Aug 14, 2017

New Limited-Time Menu Items at Olive Garden Include Cookie Butter Cake

Olive Garden's current spate of limited-time menu items consists of a good number of dishes including new Cookie Butter Cake.

New Bottled Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte Arriving This Month

While they already offer a bottled Pumpkin Spice Frappuccino and big bottles of Iced Espresso Classics Pumpkin Spice Latte, Starbucks will roll out new ready-to-drink 14-oz Iced Pumpkin Spice Lattes to grocery retailers late this month.

Jack in the Box Introduces New Birthday Cake Shake

Jack in the Box rounds out their shake selection for a limited time with the addition of the new Birthday Cake Shake.

Aug 13, 2017
Aug 11, 2017

Review: Caramel M&M's

Caramel M&M's feature the brand's signature chocolate and colorful candy shell around a soft caramel center.

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's Switch to Antibiotic-Free Grilled Chicken and Release New Charbroiled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich

Carl's Jr. and Hardee's are grilling up chicken filets with "no antibiotics ever" as an attempt to offer better grilled chicken across their line of Charbroiled Chicken sandwiches.

As part of the revamp, they've also introduced the "new" Charbroiled Hawaiian Chicken Sandwich.

Doritos Debuts New Blazin' Buffalo Mix

Doritos adds to their Mix line of snack mixes with new Blazin' Buffalo Mix.

Aug 10, 2017

Jack in the Box Adds New Munchie Mash-Ups

Jack in the Box bolsters their late-night menu with the limited-time addition of a number of new hash dishes that they're calling "Munchie Mash-Ups."

Review: Chipotle Cream Doritos HeatWave Chips

Chipotle Cream-flavored Doritos HeatWave tortilla chips feature a chipotle cream flavor at the forefront followed shortly by a spicy kick. The bag describes it as a "one-two kick."

Reservation-Only Cheetos Pop-Up Restaurant Coming to NYC

Calling it the "ultimate Cheetos dining experience," the Cheetos brand has teamed up with celebrity chef Anne Burrell to come up with a reservation-only pop-up Cheetos-themed restaurant with a Cheetos-inspired menu in New York City.

Krispy Kreme Unveils Chocolate Original Glazed Donuts for Solar Eclipse

For the first time ever, Krispy Kreme will be replacing their iconic glaze waterfall with a chocolate glaze waterfall on Monday, August 21, 2017 at participating locations to coincide with the  upcoming solar eclipse.

Aug 9, 2017

Review: Popeyes - Hot Honey Crunch Tenders

Popeyes' Hot Honey Crunch Tenders feature marinated and deep-fried crispy chicken tenders drizzled with Red Hot Honey sauce.

Wendy's Serves Up New Burger with Beef Patties for Buns in Japan

Perhaps eschewing the whole point of burgers and sandwiches in general, Wendy's latest burger over in Japan features two of the chain's signature square beef burger patties serving as the "bun."

Pizza Hut Introduces New "Hut Rewards" Loyalty Program

Pizza Hut launches the new "Hut Rewards" Loyalty Program, which allows frequent customers to earn points towards free pizza.

Honey Sesame Chicken Returns to Panda Express

Honey Sesame Chicken is back for a limited time at Panda Express through September 26, 2017.

Aug 8, 2017

Review: Taco Bell - Beefy Potatorito

Taco Bell's Beefy Potatorito features seasoned beef, shredded cheddar cheese, nacho cheese sauce, crispy potatoes, and chipotle sauce wrapped up in a warm flour tortilla.

Little Caesars Tests "Reserve-N-Ready" Pizza Vending Machine for Mobile Orders

Automated pizza pick up in the works at Little Caesars where the company is testing a heated, self-service pick-up "Pizza Portal" for a service that they're calling "Reserve-N-Ready."

New Smartfood Caramel & Cheddar Mix Popcorn for the Summer

As a limited-time summer variety, Frito-Lay offers up new Smartfood Caramel & Cheddar Mix popcorn.

Aug 7, 2017

Review: Wendy's - Bacon Queso Burger

Wendy's Bacon Queso Burger features a quarter-pound beef patty, fire-roasted salsa, red onions, thick-cut applewood-smoked bacon, shredded cheddar cheese, and poblano queso cheese sauce on a toasted red jalapeno bun.

Dunkin' Donuts Looking Into Going by Just "Dunkin'"

Dunkin' Donuts might be looking to ditch the "Donuts" in its name much like Starbucks did away with "Coffee" a while back.

Einstein Bros. Releases New "Schmearfuls" Filled Mini Bagels

Einstein Bros. introduces a new line of Shmear-filled mini bagels that they're calling "Shmearfuls."

The new line features six flavors:

KFC Taps Actual Colonel Harland Sanders as Latest Colonel

KFC has been going through a veritable parade of celebrities to play the chain's founder, Colonel Harland Sanders. This time around they've gone with the actual Colonel Sanders to play himself using old footage with digital alterations.

Aug 6, 2017

Panda Express + Tea Bar and Future Menu Items Q&A

I recently visited one of the new Panda Express + Tea Bar restaurants, which offers salads, Bings (wraps AKA the Panda Express burrito), and tea that you can't get at normal Panda Express locations.

During my visit, I was able to inquire into the relatively new concept (which was originally pioneered at their Innovation Kitchen test restaurant) and what might be in the works menu-wise for the Asian-American chain.

Aug 5, 2017

A&W Offers Free Root Beer Float with Any Purchase on August 6, 2017

Like Wienerschnitzel, A&W Restaurants nationwide will be giving away free small root beer floats with any purchase on Sunday, August 6, 2017 in honor of National Root Beer Float Day.

Stouffer's Launches New Fit Kitchen Bowls

Stouffer's expands their Fit Kitchen line with new Fit Kitchen Bowls, which began rolling out in June of this year and features eight varieties.

Free Root Beer Float with Any Purchase at Wienerschnitzel on August 6, 2017

Wienerschnitzel will be celebrating National Root Beer Float Day on Sunday, August 6, 2017 with a free root beer float with any purchase on the day.

Aug 4, 2017

Halo Top Reveals Seven New Flavors

Halo Top Creamery plans to roll out seven new flavors later this month to their line of low-calorie, low-sugar ice cream.

The following seven flavors will be available at retailers nationwide some time this month:

Review: Krispy Kreme - Reese's Peanut Butter Donut

Krispy Kreme's Reese's Peanut Butter Donut is a yeast shell donut with Reese's Peanut Butter Kreme filling dipped in chocolate icing and finished with a chocolate and peanut butter drizzle as well as Reese's mini peanut butter chips and chopped peanuts.

Aug 3, 2017

Baskin-Robbins Debuts New Oreo Cheesecake Ice Cream

Baskin-Robbins welcomes August with new Oreo Cheesecake ice cream as the latest Flavor of the Month.

Quaker Issues New Overnight Oats in a Cup

Quaker aims to add convenience to overnight oats with the launch of new Quaker Overnight Oats, which are single-serve cups of flavored oats.

Buy One, Get One Free Macchiatos at Starbucks Through August 7 2017, 2 to 5 PM

Starbucks is running a special where you can buy one Macchiato and get a second one for free from 2 to 5 PM through August 7, 2017 at participating locations.

Aug 2, 2017

Review: Burger King - Chicken Parmesan Sandwich

The latest version of Burger King's Chicken Parmesan Sandwich features crispy-fried white meat chicken filet, melted mozzarella, shaved parmesan, and marinara sauce on a toasted potato bun.

Panera's 2017 Summer Menu Sees the Return of Asian Sesame Salad and More

Panera's 2017 summer menu doesn't offer much in the way of new faces but does see the return of a number of seasonal items, including the Asian Sesame Salad with Chicken.

IHOP Unveils New French Toasted Donuts

IHOP mashes up two classic breakfast dishes with the debut of new French Toasted Donuts, which are donuts dipped in vanilla batter and then griddled.

The new, limited-time breakfast dish comes in three varieties:

New Reese's Peanut Butter Donuts Arrive at Krispy Kreme

Featuring the classic combination of chocolate and peanut butter, Krispy Kreme launches new Reese's Peanut Butter Donuts at participating US locations starting August 4, 2017.

Aug 1, 2017

$1.99 Warm Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich at Baskin-Robbins Through August 6, 2017

Baskin-Robbins hopes to help you celebrate National Ice Cream Sandwich Day on August 2, 2017 with a deal where you can get a single-scoop Warm Cookie Ice Cream Sandwich for $1.99 with a coupon from their mobile app.

Starbucks Releases New Pina Colada Tea Infusion

It was only recently that Starbucks introduced new Tea Infusions but they're already adding to the line up with the release of the new Pina Colada Tea Infusion.

Review: Yoshinoya - BBQ Rib Bowl

Yoshinoya's BBQ Rib Bowl features slow-cooked St. Louis-style spare ribs and tossed in a "savory and mildly spicy BBQ sauce." The ribs are served on rice with coleslaw.

Dairy Queen Welcomes August with New Triple Truffle Blizzard

Dairy Queen introduces the new Triple Truffle Blizzard as the Blizzard of the Month for August 2017.

White Castle Adds New Slate of Belgian Waffle Menu Items

White Castle expands their slate of Belgian waffles by introducing three new waffle dishes, including a waffle sundae, and bringing back the Chicken & Waffle Slider.

Jul 31, 2017

Popeyes Debuts New Hot Honey Crunch Tenders

Popeyes injects more heat into the summer month of August with the release of new Hot Honey Crunch Tenders at participating locations.

New Caramel Popcorn Frappuccino Surfaces in Europe

If you prefer your Frappuccino buttery and a little crunchy, you might want to head over to Europe, where Starbucks is offering the new Caramel Popcorn Frappuccino this summer.

Pei Wei Testing Asian Fusion Tacos

Pei Wei is testing a number of Asian fusion tacos out in San Diego, CA and Miami, FL, including new Korean BBQ Tacos.

Jul 30, 2017

Shake Shack Unveils New Hot Chicken Sandwich

Shake Shack is set to release their new spicy chicken sandwich, the Hot Chick'n, starting August 1, 2017 but you can get it right now by ordering through their mobile app.

Jul 29, 2017

Checkers / Rally's Introduces New Boneless Wings at Five for $3

Checkers and Rally's have added new Boneless Wings to the menu and they're available in a new flavor: Frank's Red Hot Stingin' Garlic.

2017 National Chicken Wing Day Deals for July 29, 2017

It's National Chicken Wing Day today and if you're looking to celebrate by going out, here are some deals on wings being offered:

Jul 28, 2017

Del Taco Launches New $1 Mini Shakes

Del Taco adds to their "Buck and Under" value menu with the debut of new Mini Shakes for $1 at participating restaurants.

Chipotle to Test Queso in Parts of California and Colorado

After offering the cheese sauce at their test kitchen in New York City, Chipotle will test out new queso in over 350 locations in Central and Southern California as well as in Colorado starting on August 1, 2017.