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USA Today
4 hours ago
- Entertainment
- USA Today
S'mores McFlurry arrives at McDonald's, but not for long. Here's what's in it.
S'mores McFlurry arrives at McDonald's, but not for long. Here's what's in it. Show Caption Hide Caption McDonald's brings back Snack Wraps to US restaurants next month McDonald's confirmed that the Snack Wrap will officially be coming back to restaurants permanently beginning Thursday, July 10. Before McDonald's serves up Snack Wraps to the masses, it's time for dessert. The new McFlurry flavor, inspired by a summer campfire treat, is officially available for purchase at participating McDonald's restaurants nationwide beginning Tuesday, June 10. FYI: The "dessert of the season" is a limited time offering. "Whether you're looking to grab a sweet snack before lounging around the campfire or looking to satisfy your summer craving, the Hershey's S'mores McFlurry will be your go-to summer dessert," McDonald's announced on its website. "And while you're at it, grab one for a friend – you know what they say, the 's'more' the merrier!" McDonald's classic vanilla soft serve is blended with pieces of Hershey's Milk Chocolate, graham crackers and marshmallows, to create a chilly version of the campfire-cooked snack. The regular size McFlurry weighs in with a total of 460 calories; the mini size at 280 calories. The Hershey's S'mores McFlurry was available on the McDonald's app for some customers and at restaurants in Canada, Nation's Restaurant News reported. Another McFlurry available in Canada but not yet announced to hit the U.S. is the Birthday Cake McFlurry. This is just the latest McDonald's and Hershey's McFlurry mashup. In April, the Hershey's Chocolate Chip Frappe was available in select markets, Food and Wine reported.
Yahoo
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
McDonald's to give away McCrispy Strips on May 24. Here's how to get free food
McCrispy Strips are now on the menu at McDonald's, and the fast-food giant will be giving them away on Saturday, May 24. But there's a catch: You have to enter via social media. So how can you get your hands on some free McCrispy Strips? Here's what you need to know to enter. The chicken strips and their dipping sauces dropped in early May, according to McDonald's X account. Meanwhile, the company continues to be coy about the return of another chicken item, Snack Wraps, teasing on social media that the fan favorite would return before October 2025 but refusing to give any more specifics, yet. Nation's Restaurant News (NRN) reports that McDonald's is giving away 1,000 virtual gift cards for free McCrispy Strips on May 24. To enter, fans must post an Instagram story with #DipforMcCrispyStripsGiveaway and tag @GoFooji. The marketing company Fooji specializes in brand engagement and customer experience, according to its website. According to McDonald's Menu, McCrispy Strips include three or four pieces of chicken with black pepper breading and a dipping sauce. The restaurant recommends the Creamy Chili dip specifically developed for the McCrispy Strips, but other dips include barbecue, a spicy buffalo sauce, and more. A three-piece McCrispy is 350 calories, while four pieces are 460. The Creamy Chili sauce is 110 calories. A Burger Beast food reviewer purchased the three-piece set for $4.99 and the four-piece for $5.99. However, prices will vary by market. McDonald's has been coy about revealing when its fan-favorite Snack Wraps will return. The chain's latest clue dropped on social media was "0x.14.2025," hinting that the wraps would return before October at the latest. McDonald's Snack Wrap debuted in 2006, USA TODAY reports, before being discontinued in 2016. Some restaurants continued to serve it until 2020. That's when it was removed from the menu to simplify McDonald's offerings during the COVID-19 pandemic, according to Food Network. The basic Snack Wrap is a chicken breast with lettuce, cheese and sauce wrapped in a flour tortilla, per Food Network. There are 613 McDonald's restaurants in Ohio, according to the web scraping tool ScrapeHero. Only California, Texas, Florida and Illinois have more locations than Ohio. This article originally appeared on Cincinnati Enquirer: McDonald's to give away McCrispy Strips May 24. How to get free food
Bloomberg
08-05-2025
- Business
- Bloomberg
Every Day is Mother's Day at These Six Top Restaurants
Forget Valentine's Day. For many restaurateurs, Mother's Day is where the real love—and money—is. It is, in fact, the busiest day of the year for many dining rooms, says industry journal Nation's Restaurant News. How busy is it? Restaurant management software company Toast Inc. reported that in 2024, transaction volume on Mother's Day was up 52% compared with an average Sunday, and the average check size was 34% higher. Wine orders were up 50%.
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Forget the McPlant: McDonald's Menu Tries New Meatless Burger
McDonald's is once again experimenting with its meatless menu options, this time focusing on a new vegetarian offering called the McVeggie. Following previous plant-based trials featuring the P.L.T. (Plant, Lettuce, Tomato) Burger and the McPlant, the fast-food giant is introducing this new option in select locations across Canada as consumer demand for vegetarian alternatives continues to grow. But will the McVeggie succeed where the P.L.T. Burger and the McPlant struggled? McDonald's Canada is spicing up its menu with the McVeggie, a meatless burger featuring a crispy, breaded veggie patty crafted from a blend of carrots, green beans, zucchini, peas, soybeans, broccoli, and corn. Seasoned to perfection, the patty is topped with shredded lettuce and a creamy mayo-style sauce, all nestled in a toasted sesame bun. For those craving a bolder kick, select test locations are also serving the Spicy Habanero McVeggie, which swaps the classic sauce for a fiery, creamy habanero alternative. Francesca Cardarelli, McDonald's Canada Chief Marketing Officer, highlighted the company's commitment to innovation, stating, 'Our goal is to continue to offer new and exciting choices to meet these needs. And the McVeggie does just that.' According to Nation's Restaurant News, the McVeggie is available for a limited time at select McDonald's Canada locations across British Columbia, Ontario, and New Brunswick. The test run will continue through April 14th, giving customers a chance to try this new plant-based offering. McDonald's Canada tried its hand at a meatless option before, launching the PLT (plant, lettuce, tomato) burger with a plant-based Beyond Meat patty in September 2019. That trial was expanded in January 2020 before ending in June 2020. A year later, McDonald's started testing the McPlant. Also co-developed with Beyond Meat, the McPlant features a patty made from plant-based ingredients like peas, rice, and potatoes. While the patty itself is meatless, it is cooked on the same grill used for meat products and eggs. The patty is served on a sesame seed bun with tomato, lettuce, pickles, onions, ketchup, and mustard, as well as non-plant-based ingredients such as American cheese and mayonnaise. But as always, guests can customize and request to hold the cheese and mayonnaise for a healthier version. The restaurant chain also tested the McPlant burger in several European markets, including Sweden, Denmark, the Netherlands, and Austria. In September 2021, a fully vegan version of the McPlant, complete with plant-based cheese and a plant-based sauce, was introduced in the U.K. and Ireland. In the same year, the McPlant was also tested in select U.S. markets for a limited time, but that trial ended due to lack of demand. At last year's Wall Street Journal's Global Food Forum, McDonald's U.S. president Joe Erlinger said, 'I don't think the U.S. consumer is coming to McDonald's looking for the McPlant or other plant-based proteins.' Despite not having a nationwide rollout in the U.S., the McPlant remains available in some European markets. 'While our guests may have tried similar sandwiches at McDonald's globally, our McVeggie is uniquely Canadian,' senior manager of culinary innovation Jeff Anderson said in a statement. 'We're always looking for new opportunities to innovate and build on our menu, and the McVeggie will give even more guests the opportunity to enjoy that delicious McDonald's flavor Canadians know and love.' It's hard to say for sure, but the McVeggie has a few advantages that could improve its chances of success compared to the P.L.T. (Plant, Lettuce, Tomato) Burger and the McPlant. Unlike its predecessors, which featured Beyond Meat patties designed to mimic beef, the McVeggie takes a different approach with a breaded vegetable patty made from real vegetables like carrots, green beans, and zucchini. This could appeal more to customers looking for a true veggie burger rather than a plant-based meat substitute. Another factor in the McVeggie's favor is the introduction of a Spicy Habanero McVeggie, giving customers a bolder, more flavorful option. The P.L.T. and McPlant did not offer much variety beyond their standard versions, so this added choice could attract those who enjoy a bit of spice in their meals. Additionally, market trends may work in favor of the McVeggie. The demand for vegetarian and flexitarian options continues to grow, and consumers today may be more open to veggie-based burgers than they were when McDonald's previously tested the P.L.T. and McPlant. However, challenges remain. The P.L.T. and McPlant struggled due to pricing, supply chain limitations, and consumer hesitation, and the McVeggie could face similar hurdles. Its success will ultimately depend on taste, pricing, and how well McDonald's markets it to Canadian customers. Read the original article on GEEKSPIN. Affiliate links on GEEKSPIN may earn us and our partners a commission.
