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Miami Herald
15-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Regal, AMC make a genius move to get people to the theater
While going to the movies and sinking into one of those plush red velvet seats that lean all the way back is a unique kind of pleasure, one can't deny that the whole affair of taking in a film at the theater has gotten pretty expensive. First there's ticket cost, which is roughly $20.49 per ticket if you're going to see an evening show. And that's a solo cost, so if you're going with your partner or kids, you'll need to multiply that number. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter Then there's concessions - no movie feels right without popcorn. And most people pair that with a soda or some candy (or maybe both), so you can expect to shell out another $20-$30 there if it's just you, or more if you're there with friends or family. Should it happen to be a dine-in theater, you'll save on concessions but spend even more when it comes to being served in your seat. It's not a surprise to be presented with a bill for $50 or more at the end of your theater experience - and that's only if you didn't get alcoholic beverages. Add those in, and that bill could go to $100 or more. Related: AMC announces generous offer to win back customers It all sounds a bit nauseating when you think about the numbers - and it also really makes a case for why people spend more time at home with Netflix or other streaming services. They get a lot more access to a variety of content for their monthly subscriber price, and they don't have to get off the couch. To combat this, theaters have had to come up with some truly unique reasons to get folks to feel like going to the movies is truly worth it. Now, a new release is coming that is getting very special fanfare, and both Regal and AMC (AMC) have created a pretty compelling reason to buy yourself a ticket. Image source: Disney On May 23, a new live-action version of Disney's 2002 animated classic "Lilo & Stitch" is coming to the big screen. Lilo & Stitch has been a popular IP for Disney since the launch of the original film, so it's no surprise that the live-action film is getting lots of promotion (not to mention Disney likely wants people to forget about the vast flop that was the live-action "Snow White"). In advance of the film's release, it looks as if both AMC and Regal Cinemas are planning to get in on the action with a tactic that's been popular for several years: themed popcorn buckets. Food blogger Markie Devo shared a tweet on X on May 13 showing off the new buckets, as well as a variety of other collectible Lilo & Stitch items that collectors will flip out over. Related: Netflix CEO shares a controversial take on movie theaters Regal's items include a Stitch-shaped popcorn bucket and several drink cup options, with one shaped like Stitch and the others with cute graphics of Stitch surfing. Regal is also offering wearable Stitch ears and a special edition Dippin' Dots flavor called Hawaiian Crumble. If you decide to take the movie in at AMC, you'll also get themed popcorn buckets and cups, wearable ears, and several collectible figures of the little blue alien. As for food and drink, you can also get Hawaiian Crumble there, but there's an exclusive Icee called Blue Raspberry Wave as well. Both theaters are offering special fan events for the film's opening night along with the exclusive merch. Seeing the movie in a Regal 4DX theater will get you a free Stitch phone buddy, which attaches by suction cup to your phone, while seeing it at AMC will get you free Stitch-themed slap bracelets. Cinemark is also hopping in on the action with free water-bottle stickers. In his post, Devo also mentioned the items are hitting locations early, but not how to obtain them. A few years ago, AMC didn't sell any merchandise. But after trying out the idea as a way to get people to come back to the theater post-pandemic, the company discovered it had stumbled on success. In 2024, it made $65 million in revenue from merchandise alone. The popcorn bucket it created for the promotion of "Dune 2" also inspired viral fame, as it was modeled after a creature from the film but often drew crude comparisons to adult pleasure products. Along with continuing to lean into the popcorn bucket trend, AMC is also offering a new discount for moviegoers who come to the theater on Wednesdays. Tickets for evening films will be 50% for all AMC Stubs members, which is a free loyalty program offered by the theater chain. Related: AMC announces generous offer to win back customers The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Yahoo
12-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Chuck E. Cheese Debuts Exclusive New Dippin' Dots® Flavor: ‘Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch'
Launch will be celebrated with free Dippin' Dots giveaway at fun centers nationwide on May 14 Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch DALLAS, May 12, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Chuck E. Cheese has partnered with Dippin' Dots® to launch an exclusive new flavor, Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch, now available only at Chuck E. Cheese locations nationwide. This marks the first Dippin' Dots flavor to bear the iconic character's name and take a permanent spot on the Chuck E. Cheese menu served exclusively at its fun centers nationwide. To celebrate the launch and just in time for the brand's 48th anniversary, Chuck E. Cheese is declaring May 14 as 'National Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch Day,' offering guests a free small Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch Dippin' Dots at participating locations nationwide with a coupon available at 'Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch is all about bringing more fun to families in a way only Chuck E. Cheese can,' said Chuck E. Cheese executive vice president Mark Kupferman. 'Together with Dippin' Dots, we've created a treat that's as playful, colorful, and memorable as Chuck E. himself — made with the cookie flavors kids have told us they love most.' This first-ever ice cream flavor inspired by Chuck E. Cheese and his favorite color, purple, is packed with cookie crunchy goodness, creating a unique frozen treat experience that can't be found anywhere else. "Bringing the Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch flavor to life was about more than just combining two great brands. It was about creating joyful experiences for families," said Lynwood Mallard, chief marketing officer at J&J Snack Foods, parent company of Dippin' Dots. "At the heart of both Dippin' Dots and Chuck E. Cheese is the idea of fun, and we're excited to keep building on that partnership with a treat families can enjoy together, only at Chuck E. Cheese." Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch offers a delicious new way to celebrate every occasion at Chuck E. Cheese – from birthday parties to everyday family outings. The new flavor will be available year-round at all Chuck E. Cheese fun centers. For more information about Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch or to find your nearest Chuck E. Cheese location, visit *Free small Chuck E.'s Cookie Crunch Dippin' Dots is available with a coupon only. Valid at participating locations, while supplies last. cannot combine with any other offer, promotion or discount. Expires on 5/14/25. About Chuck E. Cheese Chuck E. Cheese is the place where half a million happy birthdays are celebrated every year, with a mission to create positive, lifelong memories for families through fun, food and play. For over 47 years, Chuck E. Cheese has been the place Where A Kid Can Be A Kid®, and it continues to set the standard for family entertainment through interactive experiences, exciting arcade games and its beloved Chuck E. Cheese character. Committed to providing a fun, safe and inclusive environment, Chuck E. Cheese helps protect families through industry-leading programs such as Kid Check®. As a strong advocate for its local communities, Chuck E. Cheese has donated more than $24 million to schools and nonprofits through its fundraising programs. The Company and its franchisees operate a system of nearly 600 Chuck E. Cheese fun centers in 45 U.S. states and 17 foreign countries and territories. In PMQ's Pizza Power Report 2025, Chuck E. Cheese was named one of the top 10 pizza chains in the U.S. For more information, visit About Dippin' Dots, Dots has produced and distributed its flash-frozen tiny beads of ice cream, yogurt, and flavored ice products since 1988. Made at the company's production facility in Paducah, Kentucky, Dippin' Dots distributes its unique frozen products in all 50 states and 7 countries through its franchised and direct distribution network. For more information, including business opportunities, visit Follow Dippin' Dots on Facebook, Instagram and LinkedIn. About J&J Snack Foods Corp.J&J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ: JJSF) is a leader and innovator in the snack food and frozen beverage industry. For over fifty years, the company has specialized in delicious snack and beverage brands for the foodservice and retail segments, serving up fun across the U.S. market. J&J Snack Foods' core brands include SUPERPRETZEL, the #1 soft pretzel brand, ICEE and SLUSH PUPPIE frozen beverages, and Dippin' Dots, the original beaded ice cream. The company's broad brand portfolio also includes LUIGI'S Real Italian Ice, MINUTE MAID* frozen ices, WHOLE FRUIT frozen fruit bars, DOGSTERS ice cream style treats for dogs, ¡Hola! Churros, THE FUNNEL CAKE FACTORY funnel cakes and fries, and bakery brands including MARY B'S, DADDY RAY'S, COUNTRY HOME BAKERS, and HILL & VALLEY. For more information, please visit Media ContactKayla Limon – for Chuck E. CheeseKayla@ Baylie Bodiford – for Dippin' Photos accompanying this announcement are available at in to access your portfolio
Axios
16-04-2025
- Business
- Axios
Fast-growing Charlotte startup strives to be the "official hot dog of sport"
It all started with a terrible hot dog at a really nice golf course. That moment is when Gleezy founder, Bryce Rech, came up with the idea to create "the official hot dog of golf." Why it matters: Just six months after launching, Charlotte-born Gleezy is serving up its double-smoked brisket hot dog well beyond the local country club. The dogs are increasingly on the menus of movie theatres, sports arenas and restaurants across the country, all without a dollar spent on paid advertising. Gleezy may actually be — as the company's quickly learned — the official hot dog of all sports. Locally, you can find a Gleezy at Bojangles Coliseum or restaurants like Platform Sports Bar. Statewide, they're the official hot dog of Gastonia Ghost Peppers and Chapel Hill's baseball team. Flashback:"Yes, early on, this was an excuse to build out something in the golf space that I could then be around golf and play golf," Rech admits to Axios. Two years ago, Rech was celebrating the 15th anniversary of his and his wife's law firm and thinking about his next move. That's when he had the disappointing hot dog experience at a reputable golf resort. Inspiration struck: "I bet you hot dogs are the number one product consumed in golf," he recalls thinking. "and 100% of the time I eat one at a golf course, it's typically a really average to below-average experience. Someone should fix this." The idea resonated with potential investors. The company grew to seven co-founders and over a dozen advisors, all who hail from the worlds of golf, food and marketing. Dig in: The appeal of Gleezy is that the dog is premium yet approachable. Rech and his team spent about two years on the recipe, testing different dogs shipped from the hot dog capital of Chicago. Some dogs were too chewy. Others? Not chewy enough. One batch was too juicy. Another, too dry. When the team finally landed on a recipe they liked, they handed out 5,000 free dogs at country clubs in exchange for feedback. Gleezy shipped out its first hot dog in September 2024 to Five Iron Golf — a golf simulator chain with locations nationwide. All major food distributors then had to start carrying the dogs. "Instantly, we had national presence," Rech says. The intrigue: When you go to a sports game, you know your beer of choice or go-to Dippin' Dots flavor, but the same loyalty doesn't exist in the hot dog world. Gleezy aims to fill that void through masterful branding. "Anywhere that sells a hot dog — it's like they didn't realize it, but they were wanting something new and different," Rech says. By the numbers: A Gleezy dog typically costs around $8. At a Checkers game, they're priced at $6. "They raised their price $1 very reluctantly this season to bring us on," Rech says, "but we can say that their hot dog sales have increased mightily." During a survey of 3,000 golfers, most perceived the value as $10.25. Between the lines: The dogs, ideally, should be drizzled with Gleezy's Carolina Dog Sauce, its signature condiment — a tangy, vinegary, mustard-based sauce developed with a culinary team from the southeast. The sauce is made just outside of Beaufort, South Carolina. Pairing the dog with a packet of Gleezy's sauce isn't just for the taste. It's a strategic move to boost brand recognition, Rech says. Zoom in: The name "Gleezy" came to Rech in a dream. Presumably, it's a derivative of "glizzy," slang for "hot dog." During one presentation with a golf entity, the boardroom was split. Half loved the name, the other half hated it. Local golf legend Gary Williams turned to Rech afterward and said: "That's the name," Rech remembers. "If they hate it, we love it even more. Because they'll never forget it." The startup has raised just over $1.4 million and is about to wrap up a pre-seed round of funding. It will open up a Series A this fall, aiming to raise $10 million quickly to expand nationally. Over the next three to five years, Gleezy aims to get into grocery stores and solidify more partnerships in the sports world, from football to pickleball. What's next: They have the dog. They have the sauce. But no bun, yet. "We are in communication to try to figure the bun out," Rech says.
USA Today
09-04-2025
- Entertainment
- USA Today
Broncos QB Bo Nix drafts stadium food on ‘The Bread Basket'
Broncos QB Bo Nix drafts stadium food on 'The Bread Basket' Denver Broncos quarterback Bo Nix has had a busy offseason, after having a historic rookie season. Some of his offseason activities have included several interview opportunities, where Broncos Country has gotten to learn more about their franchise signal caller. Nix recently drafted his favorite stadium foods on "The Bread Basket." Needless to say, there were a few surprises on his list! Tops on Nix's list was popcorn, calling the snack a "safe play." Nix followed up popcorn with Dippin' Dots, then used his third round pick for pretzels. Nix vigorously defended the pretzel, saying that it was a favorite of his wife Izzy and his parents. "He's got experience; he's been doing it a long time. In the third round, I think it's a steal," said Nix. Nix wrapped up his five-pick draft with two beverages: a frozen strawberry lemonade and a Coke. Nix did the interview with breadbasket303, who countered with five picks of their own: hot dogs, beer, nachos, pizza and finishing with cotton candy. Nix also blindly ranked six characters who he could see playing quarterback. "He commands a room, but you have to wonder how big of an arm does this guy have," Nix said of Spiderman, before ranking him at No. 3. Nix rightly named Tom Brady at No. 1, Denver Nuggets center Nikola Jokic at No. 2, Santa Claus at 4, Mario at 5 and comedian Kevin Hart last. Nix's position as QB1 has been cemented going into his sophomore campaign under head coach Sean Payton. With no fear of losing the starting job to Peter Parker or St. Nick, Nix looks to lead the Broncos back into NFL relevancy again.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
What is graupel? Here's what fell during Tuesday night's storm
DENVER (KDVR) — On Tuesday night, a storm swept through the Denver metro, but it looked different than a winter storm. The weather phenomenon wasn't snow, it wasn't rain and it wasn't exactly hail either. It was graupel. The system that passed through the Denver metro and Palmer Divide on Tuesday night was a mixture of snow, rain and hail, but once it was on the ground, it looked more like Dippin' Dots than a winter storm. Colorado Rockies return to Denver for home opener amid cold, snowy forecast It's a weather phenomenon known as graupel, which looks like hail and is formed in similar conditions, but it's wetter, and it can be squished between your fingers. On Tuesday night, blobs of the mixture fell on the ground and stayed on car windshields by Wednesday morning. Pinpoint Weather Meteorologist Travis Michels said graupel occurs when it is almost freezing and there is a lot of moisture in the air. When snow falls during these conditions, it passes through the atmosphere, picking up supercooled water droplets. The droplets freeze onto the snowflake, creating a small snowball. Hail forms in a similar way, with a supercooled water droplet connecting with snow, but it's usually during a warmer storm when it freezes into a ball of ice and water collects around that ball of ice. FOX31 Weather: View the latest Denver forecasts, maps and radar While graupel fell on Tuesday night, Michels said it'd be rare to see it for the rest of the week with colder systems. Graupel isn't normal or common, but it is a possibility every year in Denver. Since the city is close to the mountains, Denver has a better chance of seeing graupel than the flat parts of the country. Snow is expected in the mountains on Thursday, and another rainy day is expected in the metro by Friday. There might be some snow on Friday and Saturday in the metro, but it won't look like Tuesday's storm. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
