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Daily Mail
23-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
5 must-try new McDonald's menu items
1. Spicy McMuffin Breakfast Sandwiches McDonald's has turned up the heat with its new Spicy McMuffin breakfast sandwiches, and customers are loving the fiery twist on a morning classic. This limited-time treat has proven to be a winner, especially with spice lovers who want more excitement on their breakfast runs. 'I tried one myself this week and was pleasantly surprised by the slight hint of sweetness in the sauce – it's a really nice change from the regular breakfast sandwiches and fully deserves a permanent spot on the menu,' one fan shared. 2. The Return of the Beloved Snack Wraps It's the comeback everyone's been hoping for – Snack Wraps are back! After years of pleading from devoted fans, McDonald's has finally resurrected the wrap that inspired countless petitions and social media campaigns. Available in Spicy or Ranch, they're flying off the shelves. According to the popular Snackolator account, some locations have sold over 500 wraps in a single day. Customers are ecstatic, but the calls for grilled chicken aren't letting up. 3. Blueberry & Crème Pie Dessert just got a delicious upgrade. The Blueberry & Crème Pie has made its limited-time return, but only at select locations. The baked treat combines juicy blueberries with rich vanilla crème in a golden crust – and it's already earning praise. 4. The New Daily Double Burgers are getting a boost with the new Daily Double, a mouthwatering mix of two beef patties, American cheese, shredded lettuce, onions, mayo, and a fresh tomato slice. Fans are calling it one of the best burgers on the menu – and social media is backing them up. 'Daily Double is the best burger on the menu,' one customer declared. 'It really is I had it for the first time a couple days ago and it's good!' another added. 5. Hershey's S'mores McFlurry Is Here
Miami Herald
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Forget Snack Wraps, McDonald's menu adds new premium burger
McDonald's does not want the Big Mac to be its premium burger. The chain has the most successful fast food burger of all time (sorry, Whopper), yet it endlessly wants to replace it. The Big Mac even has its own song: "Two all-beef patties, special sauce, lettuce, cheese, pickles, onions on a sesame seed bun." Related: Cheesecake Factory faces truly disturbing charges Those may not be lyrics worthy of Taylor Swift (although her song about breaking up with Mayor McCheese is excellent), but how many burgers get a song? The Whopper and the Baconator don't have songs, yet their chains seem to accept them as their long-term premium offerings. McDonald's (MCD) , however, has repeatedly tried to big-time itself and add an even nicer Big Mac. The Arch Deluxe was the most epic of those failures. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter The chain spent $300 million to market a burger that was somehow "for adults." That was sort of insulting to the rest of the menu, and as you might imagine, it did not work. In 2006 McDonald's also tried to market "Angus Burgers," replacing its normal beef with a slightly better product. That did not work either, as McDonald's fans never fully accepted it, and it lingered on the menu until 2013, but was never popular. Image source:Either McDonald's has tenacity or it's too dumb to learn from its mistakes. The chain keeps going back to the well trying to make premium happen, no matter how many times customers reject the ideas. "We've got the chicken strips, we're getting Snack Wraps, and now McDonald's is testing a burger that they think could be as iconic as the Big Mac - the Big Arch. This burger has expanded to additional countries in recent months (Canada, UK, and Portugal are three of them) and is a bigger burger than the Big Mac," the popular Snackolator Instagram page shared. Bigger has often proved better for fast-food chains, so McDonald's may be onto something. The Big Arch contains two beef patties, three pieces of white cheddar cheese, lettuce, pickles, a new Big Arch "tangy" sauce, both fresh and crispy onions, and a brioche bun. More Food News: Starbucks' huge new rival opens first US storesOldest LA restaurant permanently closing after 117 yearsMcDonald's menu brings back fan favorite nationwide "They've already rolled this out to more countries, and it was announced that this is planned for a U.S. release," according to Snackolator, who remains optimistic. "On one hand, if that sauce is good, this could be a great burger. On the other hand, I keep thinking of the Arch Deluxe because of the name." In Canada, the cost of the Big Arch with fries and a drink was about $9 US, just slightly more than a Big Mac meal in most markets. McDonald's has been working to improve its global cooperation. That has included launching a McDonald's global Restaurant Experience Team, designed to create products and processes for the entire world. "First, through the new integrated structure, we'll be able to execute faster, which means ideas can start showing up in our restaurants even sooner. We can achieve and scale cross functional product innovations like Best Burger, Big Arch, and McCrispy faster than ever before with menu, supply chain, operations, and Speedee Lab teams all in one place," CEO Chris Kempczinski said during the chain's first-quarter earnings call. Related: Burger King menu adds nostalgic drink after McDonald's backlash This new team won't just set up bigger burgers for global delivery. It will also help the company improve its global restaurant experience. "It also increases our ability to develop and scale tech innovation in new ways, such as Ready On Arrival, Internet of Things enabled restaurant equipment, and Google Cloud connectivity through the eyes of a restaurant general manager to ensure they're all working in coordination with each other," he added. The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Daily Mail
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Burger King fans rejoice after fast food chain announces the return of beloved summer menu item
Burger King fans are excited to get their hands on its famous Frozen Cotton Candy Cloud beverages. The burger chain's fan-favorite drink is returning to participating locations nationwide on Monday, July 14, due to popular demand. The icy blue drink made its debut last year and instantly became 'the most popular frozen beverage' on the menu in years. Burger King's announcement on Instagram was flooded with comments from eager fans who are glad the drink is 'finally' coming back. 'OMG!!! Finally!!! Dreams do come true!!,' an Instagram user wrote, adding they hope it will cost $1.99. 'They need to make these permanent they're the best drink burger king ever had,' an Instagrammer wrote on a post created by Snackolator. With approximately 19,000 restaurants worldwide, the drink's return is one of many offers restaurant chains are competing against in the 2025 summer fast food war. Prices for small, medium and large sized Clouds start at $1.49, $1.79 and $2.29, with the option to added a cold foam cloud topping for an additional 70 to 80 cents. Frozen Cotton Candy Cloud beverages debuted at Burger King in April 2024 The cotton candy-flavored treat is not the only offering dropping at participating Burger King restaurants next week. The restaurant chain is also bringing back its classic iced coffee and debuting its all-new Mango Peach Lemonade. Fans can also enjoy Burger King's new BBQ Brisket Whopper, the offering to kick off its new 'Whopper by You' platform. The platform is designed for fans looking to dream up and submit ideas for Whopper creations. 'As the brand known for "Have It Your Way," we want to continue letting our Guests tell us what they want – and when it comes to our iconic Whopper sandwich, they have a lot of ideas,' said Joel Yashinsky, Chief Marketing Officer, Burger King US&C. The platform could potentially lure in fans who aren't afraid to get in touch and express their creative sides. Burger King also threw shots at McDonald's earlier this year after the chain announced it would extend operating hours at restaurants. It comes as the chain has been fighting to boost dwindling sales. Burger King has suffered financial difficulties since 2008 and mass closures Burger King's fall began in the 2000s, as franchisees started closing underperforming restaurants. Sales declined after the recession in 2008, and its profits have yet to return to its prime. Franchisee TOMS King filed for bankruptcy in January 2023 and received bids from companies wanting to purchase 82 of 90 restaurants. Meridian Restaurants Unlimited quietly closed and sold 70 Burger Kings after filing for bankruptcy protection two months after TOMS King. This year appears to be no different for Burger King, which suffered a 1.3 percent sales decline in this year's first quarter. Its financial difficulties also come while facing a lawsuit alleging its ads exaggerated the size of Whoppers. McDonald's, a prime competitor and the world's largest fast food chain, has also been struggling for many quarters, including a 3.6 percent sales dive in the first quarter of this year.
Miami Herald
20-06-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Taco Bell menu tries wild items, new kind of shell
For anyone who consumes fast food regularly, it's likely you've already noticed that your favorite drive-through joint (along with all the others) are always offering up something new. The race to innovate and disrupt is present at pretty much all casual service chains. Sure, a customer might buy food or even become a regular. But if you don't offer new things, you risk losing their loyalty. Don't miss the move: Subscribe to TheStreet's free daily newsletter You'd think McDonald's, the biggest of the fast-food giants, wouldn't have this problem, as its menu is full of classics that people have been buying for decades. But even this powerhouse chain is not immune. During its most recent earnings call, McDonald's reported a year-over-year decline in net revenue - $1.87 billion in Q1 2025, versus $1.93 billion in Q1 2024 - as well as a same-store sales drop of 3.6%. Related: McDonald's launches unusual new drink to recover customers While McDonald's attributed the drop to dampened consumer sentiment around geopolitical tensions, it's also known for being a more classic brand and experimenting in a more traditional way than some of its competitors. Swing the pendulum to the opposite side, and there you have Yum! (YUM) Brands-owned Taco Bell, which has done everything from create a taco using a Doritos shell to reimagining the tostada atop a giant Cheez-It. Now the chain is back at it with another wild invention, and this one might be even more unhinged than all the ones that came before it. In an Instagram post shared on July 18, food blogger Snackolator gave us a closer look at what Taco Bell is working on next: a taco with a shell made entirely of cheese. This is the Quesocrisp Taco that Taco Bell showed off at its Live Mas event a few months ago. The all-cheese shell is filled with a choice of beef or cantina chicken and topped with Jalapeno Ranch sauce. There are reports that this item has been popping up in the Orange County area, with some consumers taking to Reddit to post about their experience with the new taco. "Not that good," Reddit user Panda42 wrote in their post. "The quesocrisp they advertised at the Live Mas event was nothing like this, and only makes this even more disappointing. I'd rather pay $5 for a double-stacked taco instead of one of these again." Related: Taco Bell menu adds a popular McDonald's favorite Snackolator's post also mentioned the new Tacodilla, which is basically a very long soft taco that comes stuffed with steak, melted cheese, and a red chile sauce. This one has been spotted in Detroit, Columbus, and Toledo so far. Another Redditor tried out the Tacodilla, and the reviews were far better compared to the Quesocrisp. "Reporting in. The Tacodilla is amazing, and big," Reddit user 0pThomas_Prime wrote in a post from June 17. "Sorry I didn't have a banana for scale. Definitely going back for this. I know it's a bit pricey, but it's easily 2 chalupas worth of food. That sauce is tasty!" The Tacodilla originally appeared on Taco Bell's "Dreams" list during its Live Mas event, which meant the brand was unsure if the item would ever make it to the official menu - and now it has. While some other chains are reporting that customers are pulling back from eating out amid worries about economic uncertainty, Taco Bell doesn't seem to be having those problems. It reported a strong first quarter during its April earnings call, with U.S. same-store sales up by 9% in Q1, while system sales were up 11%. "A tough operating environment probably favors Taco Bell. It's just firing on all cylinders right now," Yum! Brands CEO David Gibbs said during a June 18 earnings call. "Penetration is going up, bringing more customers into the brand with things like Cantina Chicken. Value stands out. And innovation - nobody else sells anything close to what we sell. We're in an enviable position," he said. Related: Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, and KFC face a major change The Arena Media Brands, LLC THESTREET is a registered trademark of TheStreet, Inc.
Daily Mail
10-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mail
Coca-Cola quietly revives 1980s cult classic as rivalry shifts from Pepsi to Dr Pepper
Coca-Cola is bringing back its fan-favorite Diet Cherry Coke, five years after quietly pulling it from shelves. The relaunch puts Coca-Cola in direct competition with Diet Dr. Pepper Cherry, which has been a staple since 2009. Coca-Cola bosses increasingly see Dr Pepper as a threat. Dr Pepper's sales have steadily risen in recent years, and last year it overtook Pepsi to become America's No 2 soda behind Coke. The returning Diet Cherry Coke will feature retro-style packaging inspired by the original 1980s design. It's expected to hit Kroger shelves next month, with Costco stores in Canada also planning to stock it. Diet Cherry Coke became an instant hit when it launched in 1986 and was popular into the 1990s. But its popularity faded and it was axed in 2020. Now, nostalgia — and some competitive pressure — is bringing it back. 'It's been years since the OG Diet Cherry Coke has been out so I'm really looking forward to getting it again,' Food blogger Snackolator wrote on their Instagram post. 'Where can I find! This is an emergency!,' a commenter joked on Instagram. The news comes months after Coca-Cola launched its Orange Cream soda. The company told in December that it was developed 'in direct response to consumer demand for the iconic and nostalgic taste of orange cream.' Social media users were thrilled to learn about the Orange debut, and had 'high hopes' for success. The beverage is expected to be available on store shelves until next year. Coca-Cola also sparked a social media frenzy in April by relaunching its fan-favorite 'Share a Coke' campaign. Besides Dr. Pepper, Coca-Cola is in friendly competition with Olipop and Poppi beverages through its Simply Pop prebiotic soda brand. The Simply Pop sodas come in five flavors: strawberry, pineapple mango, fruit punch, lime and citrus punch. The company managed to launch these wide array of beverages before consumers noticed it quietly tweaked its Coke Zero recipe. Coca-Cola had been making headlines for its relationships with Costco and Subway. Costco announced plans to replace Pepsi with Coca-Cola products in food courts last year. The first Coca-Cola machine was seen at a newly-opened California store in March. But while Coca-Cola gained Costco, it lost Subway. The sandwich chain entered a 10-year deal with PepsiCo in 2024 to supply all US restaurants with Pepsi products. Despite pushback from some franchise managers who wanted to keep Coke, Pepsi drinks were in all locations throughout the nation by January 1.
