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Yahoo
19-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
14 States With the Most Expensive McDonald's Big Macs — And 3 Ways To Save
Since the 1940s, McDonald's has been known for providing consistent quality burgers. It's not gourmet fare, but diners can be fairly certain their food — whether it's a six-piece Chicken McNuggets meal or one of many burger variations — will taste the same across the states. But one thing that changes across state lines, and even from city to city, is the cost of a McDonald's meal. Find Out: Learn More: SavingSpot and CashNetUSA recently evaluated the average price of a Big Mac across all 50 states. Fourteen states charge an average of more than $6 for a Big Mac. Only three states — Texas, West Virginia and North Carolina — charge less than $5. In general, a Big Mac is going to set you back at least five bucks. Is your state on the list of most expensive places for a Big Mac? Massachusetts: $6.72 New York: $6.63 New Hampshire: $6.50 Montana: $6.48 Vermont: $6.46 California: $6.42 Maine: $6.41 Arizona: $6.39 New Jersey: $6.35 Rhode Island: $6.35 New Mexico: $6.28 Washington: $6.19 Alaska: $6.09 Hawaii: $6.08 Read Next: Fortunately, as pricey as McDonald's Big Macs can get, you can save money across the U.S. by choosing your meals carefully and using the McDonald's app for added savings. McDonald's $5 and $6 Value Meals cost about the same as a Big Mac, but you get more food for your money. Meals include your choice of McChicken or McDouble Burger, four-piece McNuggets and a small soft drink. You'll also find tons of buy one, get one for $1 choices, including a six-piece McNuggets meal for $8.19, small fries for $2.39 or a double cheeseburger for $3.29. Avoid the meals that offer less value and consider a meal deal for the whole family instead, if you're buying for multiple people. The McDonald's Chicken Pack feeds four or more people for just $30. It includes four McChicken sandwiches, 20 Chicken McNuggets and four fries. The Filet-O-Fish Family pack is also a great deal, with four sandwiches and two large fries for just $22. The Favorites for 6 deal offers plenty of options to share, including two Big Macs, two cheeseburgers, a 20-piece McNuggets, six medium fries and six apple pies for $50. When you sign up and use the McDonald's app regularly, you accrue 100 points for every dollar spent, with opportunities to earn double points. Cash these in for free food like a Happy Meal, Big Mac or Quarter Pounder with Cheese. You can also get money off your order. Read carefully, because some deals are only good on delivery or when you order in the app, while others you can use in the restaurant or at the drive-through, as well. More From GOBankingRates Surprising Items People Are Stocking Up On Before Tariff Pains Hit: Is It Smart? 10 Unreliable SUVs To Stay Away From Buying 5 Little-Known Ways to Make Summer Travel More Affordable 9 Downsizing Tips for the Middle Class To Save on Monthly Expenses Sources SavingSpot, 'McDonald's Price Index 2025: The Most Affordable Places for a Big Mac.' This article originally appeared on 14 States With the Most Expensive McDonald's Big Macs — And 3 Ways To Save
Scottish Sun
15-05-2025
- Business
- Scottish Sun
Brits can unlock FREE Disney+ for a whole year, McDonald's nuggets and more as part of app's huge £5m giveaway
There are discounts for supermarkets up for grabs too DREAM STREAM Brits can unlock FREE Disney+ for a whole year, McDonald's nuggets and more as part of app's huge £5m giveaway Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) A POPULAR app is giving away freebies including Disney+ for a whole year and McDonald's food as part of a huge member's day bonus. Uber is dishing out perks worth more than £5million to Brits in a special week. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 3 Users can redeem free access to Disney+ for a year Credit: Getty 3 Free chicken nuggets from McDonald's are up for grabs too Credit: McDonald's 3 Uber is giving out the freebies to its Uber One members Credit: Getty The free goodies are available to Uber One subscribers, the ride hailing app's £4.99 per month service for discounts on food deliveries, money back from trips and more. However, if you've not tried Uber One before you can claim a free trial that will provide you with access to the member's day perks on offer. A year of Disney+ usually costs almost £60 for the cheapest plan. And aside from a free 9-piece McNuggets box from McDonald's, there are other food discounts available until May 23 too. This includes money off at Pizza Express, Burger King, Rosa's Thai, Itsu, as well as 25 per cent off on alcohol at Waitrose, 25 per cent off meals at Asda and 50 per cent off snacks at Sainbury's, Waitrose, and Morrisons and Co-Op. Seven lucky users will also walk away with 1 million Avios points to spend on travel. There's a 1-month free ClassPass trial with 5 credits and 1,000 Boots Advantage Card points up for grabs too. "Uber One Member Days is about more than just deals, it's about bringing a little more joy and everyday value to the lives of our members," said Danielle Sheridan, Head of Global Membership at Uber. "Whether it's a random act of kindness, a compliment, or some free food - we all deserve to have a brighter week, and Uber One Member Days is here to help." As part of the move, Uber is also handing out "Golden" Uber One envelopes in major cities across the UK with extra freebies such as Uber credits and free Uber One trials. The Uber One Member Days run from May 16 until May 23.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Yahoo
This Person Doesn't Want To Bring Their Picky-Eater Boyfriend With Them On Vacation. Now, They're Wondering If They're An A–Hole.
The best part of a vacation is the food, and I'll die on this hill. Unfortunately, if you're with the wrong person, dreams of chugging a bottle of wine with some creamy brie in front of the Eiffel Tower can be quickly squashed if their comfort zone is limited to McNuggets. For some, food is merely an afterthought when visiting a new place, but not for one redditor who desperately did not want their picky-eater boyfriend to join them on vacation. So they took to the r/amitheasshole subreddit to ask if they were in the wrong for not wanting to spend a week eating grilled cheeses. Here's their short breakdown: "My boyfriend has tons of food restrictions and is picky in general. He basically can only eat chicken fingers, grilled cheese, mac 'n' cheese, and pad Thai. I've never seen him eat a vegetable." They go on: "We just started dating a few months ago, and I love him, but I eat everything and am very laid back. I know I will have to plan my entire day around finding food he can eat, on top of listening to him complain that things aren't the same." Why don't they just eat at a restaurant with an expansive kid's menu, you ask? Well, as they explain: "Even if a restaurant does have chicken fingers or mac 'n' cheese, it won't be the same as what we get at home, and I just don't want to hear about it while I'm on vacation. AITA? I feel bad." Overall, people were pretty unanimous that OP was not the asshole for wanting to enjoy their vacation without constantly worrying about their partner. "NTA. I told myself NEVER again with the picky eaters after dating a chicken finger man. Somehow, it will always be you who is expected to plan the meals, too. I understand not liking some things, but unless this is medical/allergies, there's a point where this is just stuck up and annoying as a fully grown man," one commenter wrote. Others seemingly agreed, noting that this seems like more of a pickiness issue than a medically necessary restriction. "He *can* only eat those things, or he will only eat those things? I have a friend with an unusual disease such that she literally can only eat three things, but that's a fair cry from being a super picky eater who *will* only eat a few things," another commenter explained. "Assuming from your description that this is a pickiness issue, not a health issue, I wouldn't take him with me either. He would definitely bring down your enjoyment on the trip." To this, OP did clarify: "He says he was never fed other things growing up, and now he can't stand the taste of regular food. He really only likes processed food." Some folks even chimed in with their own difficult experiences dealing with picky eaters while on vacation. "I live in Japan, and a friend and her boyfriend came to visit me," one person recounted. "My friend's boyfriend was also a very picky eater, was insufferable during their visit, and essentially ruined the trip for my friend. He couldn't even eat yakisoba because it had bits of cooked cabbage in it, so they ended up going to KFC, McDonald's, and Mister Donuts every single day they were here. No sushi, no okonomiyaki, no curry, no ramen, no tonkatsu." "Can you imagine coming all the way to Japan and not being able to enjoy that stuff? My friend was so fucking pissed and they ended up breaking up shortly after they got back to the U.S." People even recommended that OP reconsider the relationship in general. "NAH. His preferences are very limiting, and you are not his parent," someone else wrote. "These aren't allergies or digestion-altering sensitivities; it's a restrictive diet based on food he knows he enjoys, and it sounds like he's not interested in trying new things. But you may want to consider the future of the relationship unless he can manage his diet without whining. It's likely not just during the vacation that it will annoy you." One person got straight to the point: "You shouldn't be dating him if his diet is a problem for you." Well, it turns out there's an update, and *drum roll please*... ...OP dumped their picky eater: "I am breaking up with him. After seeing a glimpse into my future via your responses, I realized I cannot do this, and it will eventually wreck us. Thank you." What do you think? Was OP justified in not wanting their boyfriend to come on vacation, and later breaking up with him? Give us all your thoughts in the comments. Even if you are a picky eater, you can find any recipe you're craving by downloading the free Tasty app — no subscription required.
Buzz Feed
14-05-2025
- Buzz Feed
Picky Eating Causing Vacation Drama In Relationship
The best part of a vacation is the food, and I'll die on this hill. Unfortunately, if you're with the wrong person, dreams of chugging a bottle of wine with some creamy brie in front of the Eiffel Tower can be quickly squashed if their comfort zone is limited to McNuggets. For some, food is merely an afterthought when visiting a new place, but not for one redditor who desperately did not want their picky-eater boyfriend to join them on vacation. So they took to the r/amitheasshole subreddit to ask if they were in the wrong for not wanting to spend a week eating grilled cheeses. Here's their short breakdown: "My boyfriend has tons of food restrictions and is picky in general. He basically can only eat chicken fingers, grilled cheese, mac 'n' cheese, and pad Thai. I've never seen him eat a vegetable." They go on: "We just started dating a few months ago, and I love him, but I eat everything and am very laid back. I know I will have to plan my entire day around finding food he can eat, on top of listening to him complain that things aren't the same." Why don't they just eat at a restaurant with an expansive kid's menu, you ask? Well, as they explain: "Even if a restaurant does have chicken fingers or mac 'n' cheese, it won't be the same as what we get at home, and I just don't want to hear about it while I'm on vacation. AITA? I feel bad." Overall, people were pretty unanimous that OP was not the asshole for wanting to enjoy their vacation without constantly worrying about their partner. "NTA. I told myself NEVER again with the picky eaters after dating a chicken finger man. Somehow, it will always be you who is expected to plan the meals, too. I understand not liking some things, but unless this is medical/allergies, there's a point where this is just stuck up and annoying as a fully grown man," one commenter wrote. Others seemingly agreed, noting that this seems like more of a pickiness issue than a medically necessary restriction. "He *can* only eat those things, or he will only eat those things? I have a friend with an unusual disease such that she literally can only eat three things, but that's a fair cry from being a super picky eater who *will* only eat a few things," another commenter explained. "Assuming from your description that this is a pickiness issue, not a health issue, I wouldn't take him with me either. He would definitely bring down your enjoyment on the trip." To this, OP did clarify: "He says he was never fed other things growing up, and now he can't stand the taste of regular food. He really only likes processed food." Some folks even chimed in with their own difficult experiences dealing with picky eaters while on vacation. "I live in Japan, and a friend and her boyfriend came to visit me," one person recounted. "My friend's boyfriend was also a very picky eater, was insufferable during their visit, and essentially ruined the trip for my friend. He couldn't even eat yakisoba because it had bits of cooked cabbage in it, so they ended up going to KFC, McDonald's, and Mister Donuts every single day they were here. No sushi, no okonomiyaki, no curry, no ramen, no tonkatsu." "Can you imagine coming all the way to Japan and not being able to enjoy that stuff? My friend was so fucking pissed and they ended up breaking up shortly after they got back to the U.S." People even recommended that OP reconsider the relationship in general. "NAH. His preferences are very limiting, and you are not his parent," someone else wrote. "These aren't allergies or digestion-altering sensitivities; it's a restrictive diet based on food he knows he enjoys, and it sounds like he's not interested in trying new things. But you may want to consider the future of the relationship unless he can manage his diet without whining. It's likely not just during the vacation that it will annoy you." One person got straight to the point: "You shouldn't be dating him if his diet is a problem for you." Well, it turns out there's an update, and *drum roll please*... ...OP dumped their picky eater: "I am breaking up with him. After seeing a glimpse into my future via your responses, I realized I cannot do this, and it will eventually wreck us. Thank you." What do you think? Was OP justified in not wanting their boyfriend to come on vacation, and later breaking up with him? Give us all your thoughts in the comments. Even if you are a picky eater, you can find any recipe you're craving by downloading the free Tasty app — no subscription required.
Business Insider
12-05-2025
- Business
- Business Insider
I stuck to a $15 budget at McDonald's and Burger King. One chain offered more variety.
Sticking to a budget can prove difficult, especially with fast food getting more expensive. I tried to order as much food as possible for under $15 at McDonald's and Burger King. I used deals from both chains' mobile apps to save money. Trying to spend less than $15 at a fast-food joint and still get a full meal can be harder than finding the last fry at the bottom of the McDonald's bag. Chains like Taco Bell and McDonald's are leaning into the concept of value through cheaper meal deals and app-exclusive offers, especially as members of Gen Z — a key demographic for fast-food chains — continue to seek out the best value in terms of portion size, menu innovation, and variety. "Gen Z is less about being loyal to one brand for the long haul, and more about chasing value, experience, and innovation," Hope Neiman, the chief marketing officer at Tillster, an ordering provider for brands like Burger King, Baskin-Robbins, and Popeyes, told Business Insider. "A few years ago, people were either die-hard Chipotle fans or loyal Qdoba patrons. Today, that kind of loyalty is more rare, and Gen Z consumers are willing to bounce between brands — not just for lower prices, but for better food, more creative menu options, or a seamless ordering experience." I set myself a $15 budget at McDonald's and Burger King — about the going rate for a burger, fries, and a drink at many fast-food chains — to see if I could get even more food for the same price. I tried to order as much food as possible using both chains' mobile apps for deals, which saved me money. Here's how my two meals at McDonald's and Burger King compared. My meal at McDonald's included a triple cheeseburger, chicken nuggets, fries, and a drink. I used the McDonald's mobile app for a deal to get the most food for under $15. I was able to order a 20-piece chicken McNuggets for $5, and then added on a triple cheeseburger meal, which included a medium fry and a medium drink, for $10.19, excluding tax. There were a couple of other meals that would have been around or within the budget, but the triple cheeseburger was the biggest burger offered within that price range. The cost of my meal came to $15.19, excluding tax. I was a fan of McDonald's triple cheeseburger. The burger came with three beef patties, two slices of cheese, pickles, ketchup, and diced onions. The triple cheeseburger is one of the chain's only triple-stacked burgers, though it didn't feel overly heavy. The ingredients were evenly distributed throughout the burger, ensuring each bite packed the most flavor. The burger was juicy and flavorful. The cheese and three patties were savory and flavorful, while the diced onions and pickles added tartness and crunch. Even though it had three patties, I didn't feel weighed down by this burger. The star of this value meal was the chicken nuggets. The nuggets were crispy and could have fed multiple people. If you're trying to get the most food for your money, this was excellent value. I ended up sharing the chicken nuggets with my two roommates. I could also order three sauces with the nuggets. I chose ranch and honey mustard, and enjoyed both. The meal also came with a medium order of fries. The fries were what I expect from McDonald's: crispy, salted, and easy to eat by the handful. Overall, I thought this meal was a good value and an impressive amount of food for the price. However, compared with the meal from Burger King, I thought it lacked variety. My meal from Burger King included a Whopper with cheese, fries, nuggets, a drink, and a spicy chicken wrap. I also ordered the meal on the Burger King app and used one of the app's exclusive meal deals to save money. The King of Wrap meal came with a Fiery Royal Crispy Wrap, a Whopper, medium fries, and a medium drink. I added cheese to the Whopper, bringing the cost to $12.49, excluding tax. I also added a four-piece order of nuggets to my meal for $1.89 and two ranch dipping sauces for $0.25 each, bringing the total cost of my meal to $14.88, excluding tax. The Whopper with cheese is one of my favorite fast-food burgers. The burger typically costs $7.99, excluding tax, and comes without cheese, but cheese can be added to the burger for an additional 50 cents. The Whopper with cheese comes with a quarter-pound beef patty, tomatoes, lettuce, mayonnaise, ketchup, pickles, and sliced white onions. The generous amount of ingredients added to the overall weight of this burger, which felt a lot heavier and heartier than the McDonald's burger. I preferred the flavor profile of this burger. It felt more homemade, thanks to the thickly sliced tomatoes, lettuce, and the chargrilled flavor of the burger patty. The mayonnaise also added more moisture and flavor compared to just the ketchup on the McDonald's burger. If I had to pick between them, I'd choose to order this burger again. The meal deal also came with one of the chain's chicken wraps. The wrap had a distinct kick and a lot of flavor. The wrap features a chicken tender coated in the chain's spicy glaze, lettuce, tomatoes, and Royal sauce. The wrap had a slight kick to it. The spiciness of the glaze, however, was balanced by the fresh vegetables and the Royal sauce. The meal also came with fries. Since the meal deal was under budget, I ordered a side of chicken nuggets, too. The nuggets were crispy and paired well with the chain's ranch. I preferred the peppery taste and crispy texture of these nuggets compared to McDonald's chicken nuggets, even though I got far fewer of them in the $15 budget. Overall, I felt that I got more variety with the meal from Burger King. I was able to get a burger, which was bigger and more flavorful than the one from McDonald's, two different kinds of chicken entrées, fries, and a drink for a lower cost than the bigger chain. If I had only $15 to spend on a fast-food meal, I'd choose Burger King every time.
