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Daily Mail
22-04-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
KFC Australia brings back a fan favourite menu item with a spicy surprise
KFC have today released a limited-edition Habanero sauce version of their popular Hot & Crispy Boneless chicken, and it is set to be a must-try for spicy food lovers. The upgraded Hot & Crispy Boneless chicken sees the classic crispy golden coated chicken served with a drizzle of blazing hot Habanero sauce. KFC Australia's Group Marketing Director Sally Spriggs says the addition of Habanero spicy sauce turns up the heat on the already fan beloved Hot & Crispy chicken pieces. 'Hot & Crispy has fast become a crowd favourite since its launch a few years back and now we're taking it to a whole new level with our specially crafted Habanero sauce,' Sally said. Habanero Hot & Crispy is available at KFC restaurants nationwide from Tuesday 22nd April until 6 May 2025. It will be available as a three or six-piece snack, or as part of a combo with chips and a drink. It is also included in a Habanero Hot & Crispy Boneless Variety Feast, which includes six-pieces of Habanero Hot & Crispy, four Original Tenders, six Nuggets, Potato & Gravy, regular corn, large chips, and a drink. Furthermore, the Marketing Director hints that this new limited-edition menu item is just the first of a number of upcoming spicy special additions to the KFC menu. 'Plus, we have even more spicy surprises throughout the month, so stay tuned!' Sally hinted. Habaneros are a variety of chili peppers renowned as one of the hottest in the world. It has a very high score on the spice index, rated between 150,000 – 300,000 Scoville heat units. This can be compared to standard bell peppers, which have 0 Scoville heat units. Jalapenos on the other hand have 3500 to 8000 Scoville heat units. Spicy food connoisseurs regard habanero as a superior pepper thanks to its combination of spiciness and vibrant flavours, combining fruity and floral taste with a fiery heat. Habanero is often included in hot sauces and salsas - with those condiments commonly added onto Mexican foods. Despite containing a strong chili kick, habanero hot sauce isn't uncomfortable to consume, unlike other spicy sauces. Habaneros are also renowned for having several health benefits, such as boosting metabolism and reducing inflammation. Habanero peppers are a treasure trove of potent antioxidants like capsaicin, flavonoids and carotenoids. Capsaicin in particular is revered as antioxidant that helps lower LDL cholesterol. It's also renowned for encouraging thermogenesis in the body, helping the body burn fat more efficiently. Habaneros are also high in vitamin C, which supports immune health, skin repair, and antioxidant protection. KFC Australia delighted fans earlier this year by rolling out a limited edition Zinger Nachos across Australia. The Mexican-styled menu-item featured everything nacho lovers desire: Salsa, guacamole, cheese and crunchy corn chips. It also came topped with Zinger strips and was described as a 'hands-on food' 'Guys they are really good,' one fan wrote online - hours after they became available in store. 'Lordy, lordy, lord,' added another. But some people were not impressed. 'All that and they still won't bring Krushers back,' one man said. 'Would rather original recipe strips on this,' said another.
Yahoo
28-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Wendy's Celebrates Opening of 500th Restaurant in Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) Region
Milestone marks significant progress towards expanding the brand's global presence DUBLIN, Ohio, Feb. 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The Wendy's Company announced today a major global growth milestone with the opening of the 500th Wendy's® restaurant in the Asia Pacific, Middle East and Africa (APMEA) region. The restaurant, located in Nagano, Japan, is owned and operated by franchisee Wendy's Japan K.K. and features the brand's new Global Next Gen design, which blends modern, innovative design with cutting-edge technology to enhance the customer experience. Wendy's has strong momentum outside the U.S., and the 500th restaurant milestone in APMEA is a testament to the brand's strength and ability to travel around the world. Wendy's recently celebrated its 160th restaurant opening in India, and the first of 200 planned restaurants in Australia opened last month on Cavill Avenue in Surfers Paradise, Queensland. Wendy's also continues to expand in Europe, with development agreements for new restaurants in Romania, Scotland, and Ireland – all set to open this year. Chris Conway, SVP, Managing Director, APMEA, at The Wendy's Company says: "We are thrilled to reach the significant milestone of opening Wendy's 500th restaurant in the APMEA region. We are building a high performing, differentiated QSR brand in the region serving our iconic fresh famous food. This achievement reflects the unwavering support, passion and commitment of our franchise partners, like Wendy's Japan K.K., who play a key role in the brand's success. Together with our franchisees, Wendy's is positioned to drive continued growth across APMEA, while accelerating expansion around the globe." Osamu Shiseki, Chief Executive Officer at Wendy's Japan K.K. says: "We are proud to celebrate the opening of our 75th Wendy's First Kitchen restaurant, which also marks the 500th Wendy's location in APMEA. For nearly 10 years, our organization has built a strong partnership with Wendy's, and it's an honor to continue expanding alongside our hardworking team and loyal customers. We are excited for the opportunity to serve Wendy's fresh, high-quality food to more people across Japan." Wendy's is one of the world's most iconic and recognized global QSR restaurant brands. The brand's commitment to serving fresh famous food, while also providing high-quality experiences – like exceptional hospitality in modern restaurants that cater to evolving customer expectations – is a differentiator in the industry. What distinguishes Wendy's from the competition is the quality and freshness of its products, along with the ability to tailor menu innovations to regional tastes, keeping the brand relevant and in demand. Wendy's is best known for its made-to-order square hamburgers, and serves premium chicken sandwiches and nuggets, Hot & Crispy fries, savory Applewood smoked bacon, and the iconic cool and creamy Frosty® dessert. Wendy's is actively recruiting new franchisees across multiple markets. Email InternationalFranchising@ for more information, and visit our website to learn more. About Wendy'sThe Wendy's Company (Nasdaq: WEN) and Wendy's® franchisees employ hundreds of thousands of people across more than 7,000 restaurants worldwide, with more than 1,300 of these located outside of the United States. Founded in 1969, Wendy's is committed to the promise of Fresh Famous Food, Made Right, For You, delivered to customers through its craveable menu including made-to-order square hamburgers using fresh beef*, and fan favorites like the Spicy Chicken Sandwich and nuggets, Baconator®, and the Frosty® dessert. Learn more at For details on franchising, visit Connect with Wendy's on X, Instagram and Facebook.*Fresh beef available in the contiguous U.S. and Alaska, as well as Canada, Mexico, Puerto Rico, the UK, and other select international markets. Media ContactElizabeth Drake, Sr. Manager, International Communications & Corporate View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE The Wendy's Company Sign in to access your portfolio
