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Daily Mirror
6 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
'I tried McDonald's in Italy and the differences blew my mind'
An American tourist decided to try McDonald's in Italy and was blown away by the differences, especially one 'crazy' addition to the menu, and some 'really good' food items McDonald's is one of the biggest fast food chains in the world, attracting millions of customers a day across more than 40,000 locations. Known for iconic items such as hamburgers, Big Macs, McMuffins and their crispy fries, many people come back to the chain time and time again. And while many of the items will be the same, or similar, wherever you go in the world, there are some differences. When McDonald's fans are travelling, many like to try out a local Maccies to see if there are any different items, or if it tastes any different. For example, McDonald's in the US will be very different to the ones in India, where they have their own version of the Big Mac. And recently a Maccies fan from the US visited a McDonald's restaurant in Italy, and was blown away by the differences. Fashion and beauty content creator Ashley LaMarca recently visited Italy and showed off the menu at McDonald's, and even did a TikTok taste test of the different items. Ashley noted how "different" the restaurant itself looked as it was "so aesthetic", as well as the items they offered. First of all, she was impressed by the look of the McChicken Il Provolone, which she said was the "most Italian thing" she'd ever seen. She was also excited that they had same burger, but with pepperoni. And she liked the look of the McWrap Il Peperone, which is a "pepperoni wrap". They also have "loaded fries", or Le Ricche Fries Cheese&Bacon and Le Ricche Fries Cheddar, as well as "actual chicken wings". "The US could never," she added. On the menu, they also had croissants, which is how she "knows she's in Europe", as well as McPops cream-filled, which she said looked "unreal". She was also excited to see things she recognised on the menu, such as the Big Tasty, Cheeseburgers and Spicy Chicken McNuggets. However, she was very surprised to see beer on the menu, which she said was "crazy". In a follow-up video Ashley tried a peach iced tea which she said was "good". Meanwhile, she said the McChicken Il Provolone was "so good", because the chicken tasted "real and fresh". She rated both a 10 out of 10, saying it was her favourite things she'd tried. She tried the fries to see if they were the same as back home, and said they were "good" but tasted "more salty," rating it a whopping 10 out of 10. She also tried the spicy chicken McNuggets which she said were really spicy, and also gave them a 10 out of 10. But she wasn't impressed by the Cheesburger, specially as the "bun to patty ratio was way off". "It's not the best, she added, rating it a five out of 10. Ashley also tried one of the McPops, which she described as "like a donut hole", and rated it an impressive nine out of 10.
Irish Daily Mirror
21-07-2025
- Irish Daily Mirror
Man left floored at price two meals at McDonald's in Benidorm
One TikToker was left shocked at the cheap price of McDonald's in a Spanish holiday hotspot. While the fast food eatery is known for its generally cheap food, this British man who was on holiday in Benidorm was floored at the cost of two meals from the Spanish Maccies. "Could this be the nicest McDonald's in the whole entire world?" Harry, who posts on TikTok as @harrytokky, asked his followers. He showed the view from the Maccies, saying: "You're not gonna get better than this." Unlike your typical Maccies outlets, this one looks out onto the sea. But he then joked "who cares about the view," saying that he was going to go inside because he was "desperate for a Happy Meal", The Mirror UK reports. Sitting outside, he said: "And just like that, the food has arrived. Now you will not believe how cheap this was. We've got two meals here. Guess how much this costs? €11". Harry continued, explaining that there are two fries, two burgers, two drinks, and some chicken nuggets on the side as well. He gushed: "I mean, €11? What do you think guys? I think that's an absolute bargain, let's be honest. €11? In the UK, that'd probably be at least £20." While some people in the comments section moaned that Benidorm McDonald's has "slow" service, others said the wait was well worth it. One said they'd had the "best Big Mac" ever at the Benidorm Maccies, while another gushed it was the "best view" you'll get under the Golden Arches. However, the taste may differ. One visitor remarked: "Their chicken nuggets are definitely different from English ones". People have also taken to TripAdvisor to share their experiences of Benidorm's McDonald's. One said it was a "fantastic" place to get "cheap food on vacation" while in Spain. Meanwhile, another reviewer wrote: "Visited this McDonald's as we wanted something like home while on holidays, and it was a great experience. I got the McCrispy Burger meal, and we got the bacon & cheese wedges for sharing, and it was all so delicious! "It came out slightly colder than we would have liked, but we still ate it. The restaurant was clean and the staff were lovely! "We used the machines as you entered to order our food, and they provided all languages. McFlurry was great as well. Will definitely be recommending to friends and family". Subscribe to our newsletter for the latest news from the Irish Mirror direct to your inbox: Sign up here.
The Sun
20-07-2025
- Business
- The Sun
McDonald's to launch new menu – including never-before-seen McFlurry and fizzy drink
MCDONALD'S is preparing to shake up its menu with the launch of a brand new McFlurry and fizzy drink flavour. In just a matter of weeks, Maccies fans will be able to tuck into its never-before-seen Jaffa Cake McFlurry. The flavour, inspired by the beloved British treat, combines dairy ice cream swirled with chocolate-covered shortcake pieces and topped with orange sauce. A regular tub of the treat will cost £2.49 when it lands on shelves and contain 331 calories. With summer well and truly underway, the fast-food giant is also treating fans to a brand new way to enjoy a fizzy drink. Customers will be able to pick up a cup of Sprite Zero with a pump of either Green Apple or Mango & Passonfruit flavourings. It will cost 40p extra to add the syrup to your beverage, taking the cost of a medium Sprite Zero from £1.79 to £2.19. Both items are set to land in store on Wednesday July 30, giving diners just shy of two weeks to wait. And fans can also expect to welcome the return of other popular menu items on the exact same date. That includes the return of Spicy Chicken McNuggets, which first launched in menus back in 2019. A six pack will set you back £4.89 and contain 254 calories. Elsewhere, the Fajita Chicken Big Flavour Wrap will also return to menus, alongside Chilli Cheese Bites. McDonald's launches brand-new burger featuring never-before-seen sauce The new flavour will replace the Katsu Chicken wrap. You can check out the full list of menu items arriving in restaurants below: Sprite Zero with syrup - £2.19 (Medium) Jaffa Cakes McFlurry - £2.49 Chicken Big Mac - £5.19 Chilli Cheese Bites - £2.69 Steakhouse Stack - £6.49 Big Tasty - £7.19 Big Tasty with Bacon -£8.09 6 Spicy Chicken McNuggets - £4.89 Big Arch - £7.99 The Fajita Chicken One - £3.69 Milky Way McFlurry - £2.49 The Big Arch, which launched on menus last month, will remain on menus for longer. The shake-up will likely see the departure of other fan favourites. The Cheesy McCrispy, Halloumi Fries, Katsu Wraps and 6offee Crisp McFlurry will vanish from menus come the end of the month. But, this is not uncommon at McDonald's as it regularly switches up its menu to make way for new goods. How to save money at McDonald's 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 meal The MyMcDonald's app can be downloaded on iPhone and Android phones and is quick to set up. You can also get freebies and discounts on your birthday if you're a My McDonald's app user.
Daily Mirror
20-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mirror
British man orders McDonald's in Benidorm and cost of two meals leaves him floored
A man was left gobsmacked when he purchased two meals from McDonald's in Benidorm, wondering why it was that price. He also complimented the view from the restaurant No matter where in Europe you go, chances are, you won't be too far away from a McDonald's. It's cheap, cheerful, and if you're a fussy eater in need of some home comforts while you're away, it's the perfect place to nip with pals. But when one Brit in Benidorm ordered two meals from the Spanish Maccies, he was left floored at how much it cost him. "Could this be the nicest McDonald's in the whole entire world?" Harry, who posts on TikTok as @harrytokky, asked his followers. He showed the view from the Maccies, saying: "You're not gonna get better than this." Unlike your typical Maccies outlets, this one looks out onto the sea. But he then joked "who cares about the view," saying that he was going to go inside because he was "desperate for a Happy Meal". Sitting outside, he said: "And just like that, the food has arrived. Now you will not believe how cheap this was. We've got two meals here. Guess how much this costs? €11 (£9.53)". Harry continued, explaining that there are two fries, two burgers, two drinks, and some chicken nuggets on the side as well. He gushed: "I mean, €11? What do you think guys? I think that's an absolute bargain, let's be honest. €11? In the UK, that'd probably be at least £20." In the UK, a large Big Mac meal costs around £7.69, depending on location. Meanwhile, six chicken nuggets cost around £3.49, depending on location. So Harry is right, it is significantly cheaper in Benidorm. The whole meal would cost roughly £18.87, which is 98% more expensive! While some people in the comments section moaned that Benidorm McDonald's has "slow" service, others said the wait was well worth it. One said they'd had the "best Big Mac" ever at the Benidorm Maccies, while another gushed it was the "best view" you'll get under the Golden Arches. However, the taste may differ. One visitor remarked: "Their chicken nuggets are definitely different from English ones". People have also taken to TripAdvisor to share their experiences of Benidorm's McDonald's. One said it was a "fantastic" place to get "cheap food on vacation" while in Spain. Meanwhile, another reviewer wrote: "Visited this McDonald's as we wanted something like home while on holidays, and it was a great experience. I got the McCrispy Burger meal, and we got the bacon & cheese wedges for sharing, and it was all so delicious! "It came out slightly colder than we would have liked, but we still ate it. The restaurant was clean and the staff were lovely! "We used the machines as you entered to order our food, and they provided all languages. McFlurry was great as well. Will definitely be recommending to friends and family".
Metro
17-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Metro
McDonald's won't be bringing these massive boxes of fries to the UK
To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video You can't order a Maccies without fries. We don't make the rules, but the fact is, no Big Mac or Quarter Pounder meal is complete without them. Fry-loving Brits were at risk of some serious FOMO this week though, as McDonald's Malaysia launched an XXL version of the classic side dish. To celebrate International French Fry Day, the chain dropped the Fan Fries Meal, which featured a gargantuan box of chips as the main event. This promotional portion size looks like the equivalent of three large fries smushed together in an extended cardboard container. And if that wasn't enough for you, it comes with a drink and a side (of fries, no less) as well. It's safe to say people were excited for the meal to drop — there was even a countdown to it in Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur's busy retail district. But if you were thinking of booking a flight to Asia to get your hands on it, you're unfortunately too late. The XXL fries were only available between July 11 and July 13, meaning unless you were in Malaysia, you'll have just missed out. In even more devastating news, McDonald's has confirmed to Metro that there aren't any plans to introduce this in the UK. So if you want a huge serving of lightly-salted goodness, you'll have to order a few boxes separately. Fast food fans were left with their mouths watering when the creation was shared on X. Its description as a shareable portion also appeared to be up for debate, with many claiming they could demolish the whole box without any help. 'This is a much more efficient way of ordering for me,' @razacodes joked. 'Now I don't have to buy four large fries.' 'I can finish this by myself,' added @FlairFantasy, while @LaPetiteADA asked: 'Why didn't they come up with this before?' More Trending However, others were less on board with such humungous helpings, including one commenter who dubbed the invention 'criminal'. For UK McDonald's customers gutted to have missed out, hopefully news of new menu item will quell your sadness: the Double Filet-O-Fish, which dropped on July 1. The burger, which costs £5.29, features not one but two pollock fish patties in crispy breadcrumbs, along with melted cheese and tartare sauce inside a steamed bun. Brits raced to get their hands on it, with those who tried it hailing it as 'perfect', 'truly amazing', 'the best' and 'worth the wait'. Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ View More » MORE: McDonald's staff and customers slap each other to the ground in 12-person fight MORE: I tried an 'espresso lemonade' — can it match the beloved iced latte? MORE: Urgent recall of Dubai chocolate that doesn't declare it contains peanuts Your free newsletter guide to the best London has on offer, from drinks deals to restaurant reviews.
