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CairoScene
23-05-2025
- Business
- CairoScene
Iconic American Sandwich Shop Jimmy John's Lands in Dubai
The launch brings the brand's signature sandwiches to four new locations in the UAE. May 23, 2025 Known for its 'freaky fresh' sandwiches, US-based chain Jimmy John's has officially opened its first UAE branches. The launch brings the brand's signature freshly baked bread, hand-sliced vegetables, and premium meats to four new locations across Dubai and Sharjah. The sandwich shop, which has a cult following in the US, is now serving at First Avenue Mall in Motor City, Aspin Tower on Sheikh Zayed Road, the ENOC Station in Meadows, and Sahara Mall in Sharjah. The menu includes a selection of bold-flavoured sandwiches, which can be paired with Jimmy John's own chips for a signature crunch.
Yahoo
20-04-2025
- General
- Yahoo
Why do we celebrate Easter? What to know about the widely observed Christian holiday
Easter, whether observed at church or home with baskets of colorful eggs, has become a day of celebration for millions of people globally. Easter Sunday, an important day for members of the Christian faith, commemorates the miraculous resurrection of Jesus Christ after a 40-day season of prayer known as Lent. The holiday is also the last day of Holy Week, a week's worth of events paying homage to the final days leading up to Christ's Crucifixion and Resurrection. "It's the church's highest feast, because, without it, there will be no church," Ulrich Lehner, theology professor at the University of Notre Dame, previously told USA TODAY about Easter. While some partake in more traditional practices like prayer or mass on Easter Sunday, others enjoy a more secular interpretation with baskets, egg decorating, egg hunting, and of course, the Easter Bunny. Here is what to know about Easter Sunday, including more details about its origin story. More: Biblical Easter story brings new meanings each year | DAVID MURDOCK This year, Easter Sunday falls on April 20, also known as 4/20, an unofficial holiday for cannabis enthusiasts in celebration of their love of the bud. More: Food deals for 4/20 at Jimmy John's, Popeyes, Red Lobster, Buffalo Wild Wings, more Easter is typically celebrated on the first Sunday after the first full moon, occurring on or after the vernal, or spring, equinox. Because the equinox usually occurs between March 20 and March 21, Easter can fall on any Sunday between March 22 and April 25. Christ's resurrection, as written in scripture, occurs three days after he was crucified by Romans in 30 A.D. Easter, some 2,000 years later, remains one of the most widely celebrated holidays in the world. The story of Christ's resurrection served as the "foundation of faith" for early Christians, Nadieszda Kizenko, director of religious studies at the University at Albany, previously told USA TODAY. The holiday holds the same significance to Christians, even now. More: What retail stores are open Easter 2025? See details for Target, Walmart, more in Alabama Easter is the "biggest day" of all Christian holidays because of the message it represents, Kizenko says. "The birth of Jesus in itself was not a momentous occasion to the rest of the world because his ministry only became obvious when he became a grown-up," she said. "Easter basically means the triumph over death." Eastern celebrations in the modern era vary from household to household. Some attend church services and reflect through prayer, while others eat chocolate bunnies and take pictures with the Easter Bunny to commemorate the day. Some families do both. The circumstances surrounding how bunnies became enfolded in such a rich Christian tradition remain a mystery, but it does seem to predate Christianity. One of the earliest origins comes from Pagan tradition, symbolizing fertility and renewal. The bunny later became a part of German folklore that made its way into the United States in the late 18th century. "Fertility means new life," Lehner said. "Well, in Christianity, you have this new life in Easter. It's a symbol that's good and imaginative and in people's memory." Are grocery stores open Easter 2025? Details for Walmart, Aldi, Publix, Sam's Club, more Eggs also share a similar significance. You might not expect an animal to come from such a tiny, unassuming thing, which, in a way, alludes to the unexpected resurrection of Christ. Dyeing eggs also dates back to the ancient Middle East when people used onion skins to color them, Kizenko said. Since observers gave up meat and dairy products during the early days of Lent, they took great care to prepare and color eggs for when they were allowed to consume them. "Being able to eat eggs once again was a really big deal," Kizenko said. "That's when people started the custom of decorating eggs. After seven weeks of not eating meat or dairy, you feel like Superman." Contributing: Olivia Munson, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on USA TODAY: Easter 2025: Origins of the Christian holiday and why it's celebrated
CNN
20-04-2025
- Entertainment
- CNN
It's 4/20: Here's where to score some food deals
April 20, or '4/20,' is the unofficial holiday for cannabis culture. While the origins of 'weed day' are a bit hazy — the most widely accepted story traces back to a group of California high schoolers who met at 4:20 pm to smoke marijuana — 4/20 has gained mainstream recognition in the United States and many other countries. With recreational cannabis now legal in 24 states and Washington, DC, and medical use approved in 39 states, businesses are rolling out freebies, promos and limited-edition drops to mark the occasion. But you don't have to be part of cannabis culture for these deals, including burgers, cookies and more. Whether you're partaking or just hungry for a good deal, a range of restaurants and fast food chains are dishing out 4/20-inspired promos. Here's where to satisfy your cravings: Jimmy John's: The new THC (Totally Hot Chips) Box includes a sandwich, chips, cookie and a mystery surprise. Velvet Taco: Back for the day, the 420 Blazin' Taco is packed with mac and cheese, Flamin' Hot Cheetos chicken tenders, chile aioli and fruity pebbles — all wrapped in a flour tortilla for $4.20. Mellow Mushroom: Pretzel Bites are just $4.20 all week, available for dine-in or online with the code MEL420. Moe's Southwest Grill: Moe Rewards members get $5 off any $20+ order placed through the app, through April 20. Red Lobster: Select locations are serving up a $4.20 cocktail made with Still G.I.N. by Snoop Dogg and Dr. Dre, plus a Skittles sidecar. Buffalo Wild Wings: Rewards members can grab a free sandwich with a $15 order, or get 10 free boneless wings with a $20 purchase. Popeyes: The Munchies Menu — available only through the app or website — features limited-time offers, including $4.20 sandwiches. Smashburger: Score four Classic Smash Singles for $20, in-store, online or via the app. Insomnia Cookies: Use code GOODSTUFF for $4.20 off a Deluxe Six-Pack. Get free delivery on $15+ orders with GARDENING, and starting April 18, score a free mini flowerpot keychain in-store while supplies last. Magnolia Bakery: A special 4/20 duo — one vanilla and one chocolate cupcake with marshmallow filling and peanut butter buttercream — is available for $11.99. Little Red Kitchen Bake Shop: The woman-owned cookie company is offering 15% off all orders through April 30 with code MUNCHIES. Cannabis laws vary by state. Check your local regulations before making a purchase. Offers listed are subject to availability and may vary by location. Must be 21+ to purchase or consume cannabis where legal.
Yahoo
04-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Want a free, toasted sandwich? Thought so. Jimmy John's giving away $1 million worth
Jimmy John's added three new toasted sandwiches to its menu Monday, March 3. To mark the occasion, the restaurant chain that prides itself for "freaky fast" deliveries is giving away $1 million worth of sandwiches. Here's what you should know and how to get your free sandwich. On Monday, March 3, Jimmy John's added three new toasted sandwiches to its menu. Prices start at $8.59 and vary by location. : All-natural chicken, bacon, provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, ranch, and ranch seasoning. 950 calories Roast Beef & Cheddar: Roast beef, cheddar cheese, horseradish sauce and crispy fried onions, lettuce, tomato, onion and mayor. 1,080 calories : The Ultimate Italian sandwich, featuring capocollo, salami, ham, bacon, Parmesan and provolone, lettuce, tomato, onion, mayo, oregano, basil, oil and vinegar. 1,110 calories The restaurant told USA TODAY it has been testing sandwiches at more than 200 stores for the past 1.5 years. Jimmy John's is giving away $1 million worth of the new toasted sandwiches for "Toasted Tuesday," today, March 4. The deal is for one free sandwich per person, while supplies last. The deal is available on the Jimmy John's app or website by using the promo code TOASTEDTUESDAY. Get the app in the Apple App Store or Google Play store. The giveaway will be available all day until the $1 million worth of sandwiches is gone. 'No one does sandwiches like Jimmy John's, and while we may be fashionably late to the Toasted Sandwich party, we've made sure they're worth the wait,' said Darin Dugan, Jimmy John's chief brand marketing officer, in a press release. "Our guests have been patient, so we're saying thanks the best way we know how — by giving away $1 million worth of these crispy, melty sandwiches. They're everything you love about Jimmy John's, now with a toasty twist." Jimmy John's now has more than 2,600 locations in the U.S. There are 79 Jimmy John's locations in Florida. ➤ Find a Jimmy John's near you The first Jimmy John's opened in January 1983 in the college town of Charleston, Illinois. It's menu consisted of four sandwiches "made just like they are today with meats sliced fresh in-store and always fresh-baked bread," according to its website. "We use fresh vegetables because we don't hate salads, we just feel bad for them. We slice our provolone cheese and premium meats in-house every day, because packaged pre-sliced meats doesn't have the same ring to it. And we bake bread all day, every day because stale bread isn't bread, it's … croutons." Jimmy John's said it bakes French bread and wheat sandwich bread in the store, with French bread baked every four hours. "If no bread is more your style, we prep fresh leaves of lettuce to make your favorite sandwich into a lettuce-wrapped Unwich. All sandwich, no bread." Contributor: Mike Snider, USA TODAY This article originally appeared on Florida Times-Union: Jimmy John's adds 3 toasted sandwiches to menu. Get one free March 4
Yahoo
25-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Dunkin' Donuts and Jimmy John's to open first joint drive-thru location in San Diego
SAN DIEGO (FOX 5/KUSI) — Popular coffee chain Dunkin' Donuts is joining forces with Jimmy John's to establish their first combined drive-thru branch in San Diego. The new location will occupy the space left behind by the former KFC building at the corner of Convoy Street and Othello Avenue in Kearny Mesa. Elton John to perform at 2025 Concert for Cures at Petco Park It won't be the first joint location for both chains, which already have a combined branch downtown at 605 C St. and another at 2260 Otay Lakes Rd. in Chula Vista. However, it will be the first combined establishment to have a drive-thru. Dunkin' Donuts and Jimmy John's are both owned by the same parent company, Inspire Brands, which also owns popular chains like Arby's, Baskin Robbin's, Buffalo Wild Wings and Sonic. The Dunkin' Donuts and Jimmy John's drive-thru will be located at 4140 Convoy St. As of Monday, no opening date has been announced. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
