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Daily Mirror
4 days ago
- General
- Daily Mirror
McDonald's fans fume after 'best' item quietly axed from menu
The wrap was first introduced back in the summer of 2023 and consists of chicken breast strips - either fried or grilled - crispy onions, rashers of bacon and lettuce, wrapped in a soft tortilla McDonald's has quietly axed the "best" menu item, and fans are fuming. The fast food chain has confirmed that it's taken off the Chicken Bacon Caesar Wrap from its menu. The wrap was first introduced back in the summer of 2023 and consists of chicken breast strips - either fried or grilled - crispy onions, rashers of bacon and lettuce, wrapped in a soft tortilla. The item quickly became a firm favourite with fans saying it was "perfect for lunch". McDonald's discontinued the item earlier this month as part of a "rotation" of its menu, which the brand is known to do every few months. A spokesperson told the Sun: "As part of our regular wrap rotation, we've taken the Caesar wrap off the menu for now. We're always evolving our menu with our customers in mind to keep things fresh and exciting." As McDonald's is known for shaking up the menu every few months, often discontinued items do make a return. That means there is a chance the Chicken Caesar Wrap could come back in the future. Sign up to Mirror Money's newsletter for the latest advice and news From universal credit to furlough, employment rights, travel updates and emergency financial aid - we've got all of the big financial stories you need to know about right now. Fans of the wrap took to social media to question where it had gone earlier this month. Posting on Reddit, one fan said: "Where has it gone? Please don't tell me it's discontinued. It's the best one of them all!" Another chipped in: "What the hell?! Why's this not been publicised anywhere. It was the best one of all of them. I can't believe they've decided to go with the Katsu over it. How can I complain." A third added: "It was the only good one in this current line up, I'll gladly die in (sic) this hill." This month, McDonald's added several new items to its menu for spring, as well as brought back a few fan favourites. Maccies intrododuced a new frozen Cherry Lemonade which is described as a tangy frozen lemonade with a sweet cherry flavoured swirl. Join Money Saving Club's specialist topics For all you savvy savers and bargain hunters out there, there's a golden opportunity to stretch your pounds further. The Money Saving Club newsletter, a favourite among thousands who thrive on catching the best deals, is stepping up its game. Simply follow the link and select one or more of the following topics to get all the latest deals and advice on: Travel; Property; Pets, family and home; Personal finance; Shopping and discounts; Utilities. The McSpicy X Frank's RedHot made a grand return this month. The burger contains a chicken breast in a hot and crispy coating, topped with lettuce, cheese made with Emmental, jalapenos, slivered onions, and Frank's RedHot Mayo. The SteakHouse Stack also came back alongside its Biscoff McFlurry and Biscoff Frappe. The fast food chain also started a new Breakfast Savers Menu across the north of England in May. The menu includes a brand new Sausage Sandwich (£1.99) and a savers version of the popular Bacon Roll (£2.19). Some selected McDonald's restaurants across the North will also offer a new Breakfast Bundle Deal which comes with a Saver Bacon Roll or Sausage Sandwich, plus a drink, for £2.99. If successful, it could be rolled out to more McDonald's stores across the UK.
Scottish Sun
5 days ago
- General
- Scottish Sun
McDonald's confirms it's quietly discontinued ‘the best' item in menu shake-up leaving customers raging
Scroll down to find out how to save money on your next McDonald's meal NOT LOVIN' IT McDonald's confirms it's quietly discontinued 'the best' item in menu shake-up leaving customers raging MCDONALD'S has confirmed it's axed "the best" menu item leaving customers raging. The fast food giant has ditched its Chicken Bacon Caesar Wrap as part of a "rotation" of its offering. Advertisement 1 McDonald's has ditched its Chicken Bacon Caesar Wrap from menus The wrap, which combined chicken breast strips, crispy onions, rashers of bacon and lettuce, was first launched in summer 2023. However, the home of the Big Mac said it was taken off menus earlier this month. A spokesperson added: "As part of our regular wrap rotation, we've taken the Caesar wrap off the menu for now. "We're always evolving our menu with our customers in mind to keep things fresh and exciting." Advertisement News the wrap has been dropped from menus has not been met well by fast food fans though. Posting on Reddit, one commented: "Where has it gone? Please don't tell me it's discontinued. It's the best one of them all!" Another chipped in: "What the hell?! Why's this not been publicised anywhere. It was the best one of all of them. "I can't believe they've decided to go with the Katsu over it. How can I complain." Advertisement While a third added: "It was the only good one in this current line up, I'll gladly die in (sic) this hill." It's worth bearing in mind, McDonald's, like other fast food chains and retailers, regularly shakes up its menu. That means there is a chance the Caesar Wrap could make a return at some point in the future. Last October, McDonald's announced it was bringing back its iconic McRib after almost 10 years for a limited time. Advertisement It came after customers begged for the pork-based sandwich, which first launched in 1981, to make a comeback. However, it was quietly discontinued the following month. A host of other items have come off menus in recent years to make way for new ones including the fan favourite Chicken Legend. The Breakfast Bagel and iconic Sundae's have also fallen off menus since 2018. Advertisement OTHER MCDONALD'S NEWS The Sun exclusively revealed earlier this month McDonald's has sneakily hiked the price of its popular menu items. Our research found the price of four items has jumped by up to 15% in the last 12 months. Customers now have to pay 10% more for the popular Steakhouse Stack burger, which now costs £5.99 as a single item when it was £5.49 last year. Its Biscoff Frappe has also been hiked, from £2.99 to £3.09, while its Biscoff McFlurry is now £2.29, up from £1.99. Advertisement Customers have been left fuming over the price hikes as they tackle higher housing and retail costs. One said: "Why has McDonald's gotten so expensive?!!! More than £5 for a Big Mac is just wild." "Ive stopped eating there a while ago, I always had couple of double cheeseburgers, they were 1.59 each and a wrap of the day that was 1.99," another commenter said. "Right now double cheeseburgers are over 2 quid I think. It's just not worth it anymore. Big Mac is 5 quid and I will destroy it in 4-5 bites. I rather make food at home now." Advertisement Another person wrote: "I remember the days an extra value meal was £2.88." How to save at McDonald's You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose. Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other. You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald's receipts. The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey. You'll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer. There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald's app, so it's worth signing up to get money off your meals. The MyMcDonald's app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up. You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you're a My McDonald's app user. The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details - otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats. Do you have a money problem that needs sorting? Get in touch by emailing money-sm@ Plus, you can join our Sun Money Chats and Tips Facebook group to share your tips and stories
The Sun
5 days ago
- Business
- The Sun
McDonald's confirms it's quietly discontinued ‘the best' item in menu shake-up leaving customers raging
MCDONALD'S has confirmed it's axed "the best" menu item leaving customers raging. The fast food giant has ditched its Chicken Bacon Caesar Wrap as part of a "rotation" of its offering. The wrap, which combined chicken breast strips, crispy onions, rashers of bacon and lettuce, was first launched in summer 2023. However, the home of the Big Mac said it was taken off menus earlier this month. A spokesperson added: "As part of our regular wrap rotation, we've taken the Caesar wrap off the menu for now. "We're always evolving our menu with our customers in mind to keep things fresh and exciting." News the wrap has been dropped from menus has not been met well by fast food fans though. Posting on Reddit, one commented: "Where has it gone? Please don't tell me it's discontinued. It's the best one of them all!" Another chipped in: "What the hell?! Why's this not been publicised anywhere. It was the best one of all of them. "I can't believe they've decided to go with the Katsu over it. How can I complain." While a third added: "It was the only good one in this current line up, I'll gladly die in (sic) this hill." It's worth bearing in mind, McDonald's, like other fast food chains and retailers, regularly shakes up its menu. That means there is a chance the Caesar Wrap could make a return at some point in the future. Last October, McDonald's announced it was bringing back its iconic McRib after almost 10 years for a limited time. It came after customers begged for the pork-based sandwich, which first launched in 1981, to make a comeback. However, it was quietly discontinued the following month. A host of other items have come off menus in recent years to make way for new ones including the fan favourite Chicken Legend. The Breakfast Bagel and iconic Sundae's have also fallen off menus since 2018. OTHER MCDONALD'S NEWS The Sun exclusively revealed earlier this month McDonald's has sneakily hiked the price of its popular menu items. Our research found the price of four items has jumped by up to 15% in the last 12 months. Customers now have to pay 10% more for the popular Steakhouse Stack burger, which now costs £5.99 as a single item when it was £5.49 last year. Its Biscoff Frappe has also been hiked, from £2.99 to £3.09, while its Biscoff McFlurry is now £2.29, up from £1.99. Customers have been left fuming over the price hikes as they tackle higher housing and retail costs. One said: "Why has McDonald's gotten so expensive?!!! More than £5 for a Big Mac is just wild." "Ive stopped eating there a while ago, I always had couple of double cheeseburgers, they were 1.59 each and a wrap of the day that was 1.99," another commenter said. "Right now double cheeseburgers are over 2 quid I think. It's just not worth it anymore. Big Mac is 5 quid and I will destroy it in 4-5 bites. I rather make food at home now." Another person wrote: "I remember the days an extra value meal was £2.88." How to save at McDonald's You could end up being charged more for a McDonald's meal based solely on the McDonald's restaurant you choose. Research by The Sun found a Big Mac meal can be up to 30% cheaper at restaurants just two miles apart from each other. You can pick up a Big Mac and fries for just £2.99 at any time by filling in a feedback survey found on McDonald's receipts. The receipt should come with a 12-digit code which you can enter into the Food for Thought website alongside your submitted survey. You'll then receive a five-digit code which is your voucher for the £2.99 offer. There are some deals and offers you can only get if you have the My McDonald's app, so it's worth signing up to get money off your meals. The MyMcDonald's app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up. You can also bag freebies and discounts on your birthday if you're a My McDonald's app user. The chain has recently sent out reminders to app users to fill out their birthday details - otherwise they could miss out on birthday treats.
Reuters
7 days ago
- Business
- Reuters
Super-long JGB yields rise from 3-week lows ahead of 40-year bond auction
TOKYO, May 28 (Reuters) - Long-dated Japanese government bond yields climbed off three-week lows on Wednesday, with investors closely monitoring a 40-year bond auction for indications of a recovery in demand. The 40-year JGB yield rose 3.5 basis points (bps) to 3.32% by 0200 GMT, rebounding from a sharp 26.5 bps decline to 3.285% - its lowest level since May 7 - after Reuters reported that the finance ministry is considering trimming the issuance of super-long debt in response to a recent surge in yields. The 30-year JGB yield climbed 5 bps to 2.88% and the 20-year yield bounced 4.5 bps to 2.45%, after tumbling to approximately three-week troughs in the prior session. The 40-year auction results are due at 0335 GMT. "The relatively large decline in long-term interest rates yesterday may be attributed to the inherently low liquidity in the ultra-long-term zone," Mizuho analysts wrote in a client note. "There appears to be room for further decline if additional issuance reductions actually take place and sentiment improves." Last week, 30- and 40-year JGB yields hit record peaks at 3.185% and 3.675%, respectively, while the 20-year yield hit a multi-decade high of 2.60%. Yields had been rising steadily for weeks, but selling pressure intensified abruptly amid growing concerns over debt levels in major developed economies, particularly Japan and the United States, and waning demand from traditional buyers of super-long JGBs, such as life insurers. Japanese Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato reiterated on Wednesday that he is closely monitoring developments in the bond market, echoing similar remarks made the previous day. Bank of Japan Governor Kazuo Ueda said the central bank will watch whether swings in super-long yields have a knock-on effect for shorter maturities, which have a larger impact on economic activity. The 10-year JGB yield gained 3.5 bps to 1.495% on Wednesday, after dipping to 1.455% for the first time since May 16 in the previous session. The five-year yield rose 3 bps to 1.03%, while the two-year yield added 1.5 bps to 0.745%. Benchmark 10-year JGB futures fell 0.36 yen to 139.09 yen.
Wales Online
19-05-2025
- Business
- Wales Online
2,000 curries being given away as new restaurant opens in Cardiff
2,000 curries being given away as new restaurant opens in Cardiff The opening celebrations kick off early Banana Tree, the Southeast Asian restaurant, is to open its first-ever Welsh location, in the heart of Cardiff. To celebrate, they're giving away 2,000 free Katsu curries (or Pad Thais). Cardiff's Banana Tree officially opens on Monday, June 2, in t Mill Lane. It will be the brand's biggest restaurant to date with seating for 249 inside and 38 outside. The new Banana Tree has been designed with a vibrant decor, and a menu that spans Thailand, Singapore, Vietnam, Indonesia, and Malaysia. The opening celebrations kick off early, as guests can book in for the restaurant's Soft Launch, which offers guests 50% off all meals between May 30 and June 1. The seatings are limited. The festivities will officially kick off with 2,000 free Katsu dishes available to those who sign up and book via the website. You can switch it for Chicken or Tofu Pad Thai, a recipe first created by the founder's mum over 30 years ago. Banana Tree's signature Tuk Tuk will be zooming through the streets of Cardiff between 5 and 6 June. Article continues below Tom Patrick, Banana Tree's Marketing Director, said: 'We couldn't be more excited to open in Cardiff. It's our very first site in Wales and our biggest restaurant to date right in the heart of one of the UK's most exciting food destinations. To celebrate, we're going big. That means 2,000 free Katsu curries, cocktails on tap, and our signature Tuk Tuk roaming the streets. Whether you're joining us for a pre-night-out dinner, a chilled lunch or just to experience something new, we can't wait to welcome you to the Banana Tree family.' Banana Tree is famed for dishes like Beef Rendang, Fiery Gochujang Chicken Bowl and a wide range of vegan options. More than 40% of the menu is plant-based. Founded in West London over 30 years ago, Banana Tree now operates 21 restaurants across the UK, with recent openings in locations such as Manchester, Bath, Birmingham and now, for the first time, Wales. To be one of the first to grab a free Katsu Curry or Pad Thai in Cardiff, visit: Article continues below Once you've signed up, you'll receive an email with booking instructions. All bookings must be made at least 24 hours in advance and a valid booking confirmation is required to redeem your free dish.
