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Daily Mirror
2 days ago
- Business
- Daily Mirror
McDonald's adding five items to menu including 'iconic' Big Arch burger
The burger is made with two British and Irish beef patties, topped with cheddar cheese slices, crispy onions, fresh onions, lettuce, pickles and signature Big Arch sauce McDonald's has announced five new items will be added to its menu from next week - including the Big Arch burger, which is finally making its UK debut. The burger, which has been on sale before in Canada, Portugal and Germany, is made with two British and Irish beef patties, topped with white cheddar cheese slices, crispy onions, fresh onions, shredded lettuce, crunchy pickles, and smothered in signature Big Arch sauce. It'll join the McDonald's UK menu on June 18, with the burger on its own priced at £7.99, or £9.99 for a medium meal with a side and drink. Thomas O'Neill, Head of Menu at McDonald's UK&I, said: 'A new iconic burger needs an equally iconic sauce, and we've taken it up a notch with the Big Arch. This isn't just about size, it's about flavour. 'With double layers of beef, crispy onions, and the hero of the build, our signature sauce, every bite is crafted to hit the spot to satisfy serious McDonald's hunger. Big, bold, and packed with serious deliciousness.' If you're craving a comeback, the Cheesy McCrispy and Halloumi Fries will also be returning on June 18. The Cheesy McCrispy features a chicken breast fillet in a crispy coating, served with lettuce, crispy onions, pink pickled onion chutney, bacon, Emmental cheese, and deluxe cheese sauce. Meanwhile, the Halloumi Fries are golden sticks of Halloumi cheese in a light batter coating, served with Sweet Chilli Dip. For pudding, the much-loved Toffee and Apple Pie is also returning, alongside the Toffee Crisp McFlurry. The Toffee and Apple Pie features a crispy pastry filled with toffee flavour, while the Toffee Crisp McFlurry is made of soft dairy ice cream swirled with Toffee Crisp pieces, topped with toffee sauce. But of course, a new menu shake-up does mean that some items will be leaving McDonald's next week. This includes the McSpicy x Frank's RedHot, Steakhouse Stack, Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers and Lotus Biscoff McFlurry. The McSpicy X Frank's RedHot 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 consists of two beef patties, topped with cheddar cheese, crispy onions, red onions, and fresh lettuce, all drizzled with a savoury black peppercorn sauce. Meanwhile, the Biscoff McFlurry features a Biscoff biscuit crumb swirled into soft serve ice cream, and the Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers are made up mozzarella cheese flavoured with garlic and chives, in a ciabatta-style breadcrumb coating, served with rich tomato dip.
Extra.ie
2 days ago
- Business
- Extra.ie
Irish McDonald's fans to go wild as brand new menu item drops in days
Fast food favourite McDonald's have revealed they are introducing a brand new burger to their menu later this month — with a whole new sauce. Earlier this year, the beloved restaurant revealed they were bringing back some discontinued items ahead of the summer season, including the Biscoff McFlurry and the Biscoff Frappe. Now, McDonald's have confirmed there'll be a new addition to their menu. Fast food favourite McDonald's have revealed they are introducing a brand new burger to their menu later this month — with a whole new sauce. Pic: Jeff Gilbert The Iconic Big Arch is designed for those who don't do things by halves, with a spokesperson for McDonald's promising that the burger will satisfy 'even the fiercest McDonald's hunger.' The new burger is described as a 'hot, juicy beef, cheddar cheese and signature Big Arch sauce' shaped icon and will be available to order at restaurants and via McDelivery from Wednesday, June 18. The burger sees two juicy 100% Irish beef patties stacked on top of each other, topped with white cheddar cheese slices, crispy onions, fresh onions, shredded lettuce, crunchy pickles, and finished off with the signature Big Arch sauce. The burger is sandwiched into a poppy and sesame seed-topped bun, with McDonald's promising maximum flavour and total satisfaction. Pic: Jeff Gilbert The spokesperson shared: 'The Big Arch sauce is packed full of that unmistakably McDonald's flavour. Rich, creamy and packed with serious flavour, bringing the Big Arch to life in every bite.' The burger is sandwiched into a poppy and sesame seed-topped bun, with McDonald's promising maximum flavour and total satisfaction. Thomas O'Neill, head of Menu at McDonald's UK & Ireland, said the new iconic burger required an 'equally iconic sauce.' Pic:'This isn't just about size, it's about flavour,' he said, 'With double layers of beef, crispy onions, and the hero of the build, our signature sauce, every bite is crafted to hit the spot to satisfy serious McDonald's hunger. 'Big, bold, and packed with serious deliciousness.'
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Sherpa II Executes Agreement to Purchase Remaining Ownership of the Bakar Property on Northern Vancouver Island, British Columbia
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - June 4, 2025) - Sherpa II Holdings Corp. (TSXV: SHRP) ("Sherpa II" or the "Company") is pleased to announce the execution of a definitive purchase agreement (the "Agreement") dated June 3, 2025 for the high grade copper-silver Bakar Property ("Bakar" or the "Property") located on northern Vancouver Island in British Columbia from District Metals Corp. ("District") (TSXV: DMX) (Nasdaq First North: DMXSE SDB) (OTCQB: DMXCF) (FSE: DFPP). Thomas O'Neill, CEO of Sherpa II, commented: "The purchase of the remaining ownership of the Bakar Property on northern Vancouver Island, British Columbia will allow Sherpa II to continue to advance the Bakar Property on a 100% ownership basis." Transaction Highlights Under the Agreement, Sherpa II will acquire District's remaining approximate 25% interest in the Bakar Property by the issuance of 1.5 million common shares of Sherpa II. Closing of the transaction remains subject to customary closing conditions, including acceptance by the TSX Venture Exchange. About the Company Sherpa II Holdings Corp. is a Canadian junior mineral exploration company with a majority interest in the Bakar Property located in northwestern Vancouver Island, British Columbia and a 100% undivided interest in all technical data relating to the Bakar Claims. For further information please contact: Thomas O'NeillChief Executive OfficerTel. (604) 484-4170 Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release. CAUTIONARY NOTE REGARDING FORWARD-LOOKING STATEMENTS This news release contains certain forward-looking statements, including the Company's intention to complete the purchase of the remaining interest in the Bakar Property and the expected acceptance of the TSX Venture Exchange. Wherever possible, words such as "may", "will", "should", "could", "expect", "plan", "intend", "anticipate", "believe", "estimate", "predict" or "potential" or the negative or other variations of these words, or similar words or phrases, have been used to identify these forward-looking statements. These statements reflect management's current beliefs and are based on information currently available to management as at the date hereof. Forward-looking statements involve significant risk, uncertainties and assumptions. Many factors could cause actual results, performance or achievements to differ materially from the results discussed or implied in the forward-looking statements. These factors should be considered carefully and readers should not place undue reliance on the forward-looking statements. Although the forward-looking statements contained in this news release are based upon what management believes to be reasonable assumptions, the Company cannot assure readers that actual results will be consistent with these forward-looking statements. The Company assumes no obligation to update or revise them to reflect new events or circumstances, except as required by law. To view the source version of this press release, please visit Sign in to access your portfolio
South Wales Argus
3 days ago
- Business
- South Wales Argus
New 'iconic' McDonald's burger with 'most loaded bite'
Designed for those who don't do things by halves, this mouthful of a burger is here to satisfy even the fiercest McDonald's hunger. You know who you are (I'm one). It's available in restaurants and via McDelivery from Wednesday, 18th June and will cost £7.99 on its own or £9.99 as a medium meal. some of the podcasts y'all are listening to in the drive thru… — McDonald's (@McDonalds) May 28, 2025 But what makes this burger 'iconic', according to McDonald's? Stacked with two 100% British and Irish beef patties, topped with white cheddar cheese slices, crispy onions, fresh onions, shredded lettuce, crunchy pickles, and smothered in their signature Big Arch sauce. They say: "The Big Arch sauce is packed full of that unmistakably McDonald's flavour. Rich, creamy and packed with serious flavour, bringing the Big Arch to life in every bite. "All held together in a poppy and sesame seed-topped bun, this new icon is a towering build that does not compromise on taste - every layer is crafted for maximum flavour and total satisfaction! "Big Arch isn't just a burger – it's made for the days that deserve more. When your usual order won't cut it - this one, steps up! At the end of a long week, the perfect way to set you up for the weekend." Recommended reading: Thomas O'Neill, Head of Menu at McDonald's UK&I, said: 'A new iconic burger needs an equally iconic sauce, and we've taken it up a notch with the Big Arch. This isn't just about size, it's about flavour. "With double layers of beef, crispy onions, and the hero of the build, our signature sauce, every bite is crafted to hit the spot to satisfy serious McDonald's hunger. Big, bold, and packed with serious deliciousness.' For the fans who usually throw in an extra cheeky menu item, this one's for you. Big McDonald's hunger deserves a Big McDonald's burger - and this is the most loaded bite we've ever served.
Metro
3 days ago
- Business
- Metro
McDonald's is axing two burgers — but '10/10' menu item is finally returning
A big menu shake-up is coming (Picture: McDonalds/ McDonald's fans, mark your calendars, because the next big menu change is coming to UK restaurants very soon. From June 18, the fast food chain will be swapping out the current limited-edition menu items and welcoming back four fan-favourites and debuting a brand new burger. The new item has been hailed as the 'most McDonald's burger ever' and is called the Big Arch, a name it wholeheartedly deserves as it's even bigger and wider than the classic Big Mac. The beast of a burger (£7.99 on its own or £9.99 for a Medium Meal) features new Big Arch sauce, two Quarter Pounder beef patties, three slices of white cheddar cheese, crispy onions, slivered onions, pickles and lettuce, all stacked up (somewhat precariously) in a sesame and poppy seed bun. The sauce is the star of the show and is exclusive to this particular burger, made with a mixture of McDonald's ketchup, mustard and pickle juice, plus a few other secret ingredients. Thomas O'Neill, head of menu at McDonald's UK and Ireland, claims the new burger is one of the 'biggest things [McDonald's] will launch in a generation', which is pretty exciting. But there's more… As well as the new burger, two other savoury treats are joining the line-up including the Cheesy McCrispy (£6.69 or £8.49 for a Medium Meal), which first launched at Christmas last year. The chicken burger is a 'levelled up' version of the classic McCrispy and sees a chicken breast in a crispy coating topped with lettuce, crispy onions, bacon, two slices of cheese and a pink pickled onion chutney. This is then covered in a cheese sauce and served in a toasted bun. And the cheesy goodness doesn't stop there, as Halloumi Fries (£2.99 for a four-piece box) are also returning to the menu, served with a Sweet Chilli Dip. For those who prefer something a little sweeter, two popular desserts are also making a comeback and one is a Halloween favourite. The Toffee Crisp McFlurry (£2.39) is returning as well as the Toffee Apple Pie (£2.09). The former is comprised of soft dairy ice cream swirled with Toffee Crisp pieces and topped with toffee sauce, while the latter has a spiced apple filling with toffee sauce and toffee pieces. The pie, which usually features on the McDonald's menu in October has previously proved a hit with customers, who hailed it '10/10' and 'amazing'. The Steakhouse Stack (left) and McSpicy x Frank's RedHot (right) will be leaving the menu after June 17 (Picture: McDonald's) But as always, the new arrivals mean we will have to say goodbye to several products and this time we'll be losing the Lotus Biscoff McFlurry and Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers plus two burgers – the Steakhouse Stack and McSpicy x Frank's RedHot. These will all be disappearing from McDonald's UK after June 17, so you've only got a few weeks left to try them if you haven't done so already. One item that is going to keep on sticking around though, is the Katsu Chicken One (£3.49), a wrap with grilled or crispy chicken, katsu sauce, crispy onions, cucumber and lettuce. The new menu will launch from June 18 and will be available for six weeks from that date. What does the new Big Arch burger taste like? Metro's specialist food writer Courtney Pochin got an early taste of the giant new burger and thought it was 'better than a Big Mac'. She said: 'As Thomas said, the sauce is so quintessentially McDonald's in flavour. The combination of the slightly sweet ketchup, tangy pickle juice and punchy mustard is comfortingly familiar and yet somehow manages to taste new at the same time. I'm going to need them to bottle and sell this immediately, or at the very least let me order a pot of it to dunk my fries into. 'The Quarter Pounder patties give the whole thing a very meaty flavour, which is stronger than what you'd get with standard McDonald's burgers, and there's a very satisfying crunch from the crispy onions that elevates the overall eating experience. 'If I had to give it a rating out of 10, I'd give it a nine. I'm a big fan of it as far as McDonald's burgers go, but it doesn't get full marks as there's one big issue with it… it's incredibly messy. 'Getting it into the box was a challenge for staff and getting it out was just as difficult for me. Things took a turn for the worse when I tried to actually eat it as there's so much sauce inside, everything slips and slides about on the bun as you take a bite. 'I fashioned a bib out of napkins, but still ended up with dollops of sauce, bits of lettuce and onions all over me. Eventually, I gave in and asked for a knife and fork. It felt completely and utterly wrong, but it did make a world of difference. Let it be known that this certainly isn't something you'll want to grab at the drive-thru and eat in your car in a hurry.' Courtney added: 'But even if you do end up wearing most of it, you certainly won't go hungry. It's so big, I only managed to finish half of it. For times when you're feeling ravenous and a Big Mac or a Double Cheeseburger just won't cut it, the Big Arch definitely will.' Do you have a story to share? Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@ Arrow MORE: Costco shoppers spot 'best' Cadbury chocolate treat that disappeared earlier this year Arrow MORE: Australian Mars chocolate that fans say is 'perfect' spotted in UK supermarket Arrow MORE: What's Cooking? I got a six pack in 90 days — one food swap makes huge difference
