Food & Beverage News & Media

Carl's Jr. releases value friendly Cali XL Burger

November 12, 2025

As more Americans seek value from restaurants, Carl's Jr. is stepping in with its new Cali XL burger. The brand says it has double the beef of a McDonald's Big…

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Hungry Howie's differentiates itself with flavored crust, fresh dough, ingredients

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

VP of Public Relations Jennifer Jackson discusses the Hungry Howie's pizza brand's strategic marketing and operational planning, including cross-functional…

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Del Taco's 'Micro Meal' hits big with $2.99 price tag

November 11, 2025

Del Taco's "Micro Meal" is providing that big things come in small packages. From now through Nov. 23, the Micro meal features Micro Beef & Cheddar…

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Barry Bagels expands with major deal in Texas, uses hub-and-spoke model for growth

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

Barry Bagels' history dates back to 1972. Today, the brand has locations in Kentucky, Indiana, Michigan and Ohio,

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Domino's Pizza adds Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch to specialty lineup

November 10, 2025

Domino's Pizza has added Domino's Spicy Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza to its lineup of specialty pizzas. The pizza is made with grilled chicken breast, ranch…

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Taco Bell launches Mountain Dew Baja Blast Pie

November 5, 2025

Taco Bell is launching the Mountain Dew Baja Blast Pie. The key lime-style pie is limited beginning Nov. 6, according to a press release.

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Dunkin' partners with Universal Pictures on Wicked line

November 5, 2025

Dunkin' is partnering with Universal Pictures to celebrate the feature film "Wicked: For Good." The brand is launching the Dunkin' x Wicked line with new…

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Papa Johns releases its biggest pizza yet

November 4, 2025

Papa Johns just launched its biggest pizza yet, The Grand Papa, according to a press release.

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Krispy Kreme expands menu with 9 flavors

November 4, 2025

Krispy Kreme has increased its everyday menu of doughnuts from 10 to 16, including several trending flavors, fan favorites requested on social media and…

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McDonald's releases Buffalo Ranch Sauce, Chips Ahoy Frappé

October 29, 2025

McDonald's has released a Buffalo Ranch Sauce, giving fans a blend of tangy and bold sauce balanced by cool and creamy ranch, according to a press release.

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Taco Bell's Live Más Café makes Texas debut

October 29, 2025

Taco Bell will debut its Live Más Café concept in Dallas on Nov. 6 and Houston on Nov. 20, according to a press release.

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Long John Silver's releases Crispy Chicken Wraps

October 28, 2025

Long John Silver's is releasing Crispy Chicken Wraps in two flavors: Baja or Sweet Chili. Made with Long John Silver's signature hand-battered Chicken Planks…

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Hardee's welcomes back nostalgic favorites

October 27, 2025

Hardee's is welcoming back the fan-favorite Cinnamon 'N' Raisin Biscuit alongside its Grilled Cheese line-up. The brand is also welcoming a holiday beverage…

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Marco's Pizza brings back the heat with Fiery Flavors pizzas, breads

October 21, 2025

Marco's Pizza has brought back its Fiery Flavors pizza and breads for a limited time, according to a press release.

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Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza returns to Hunt Brothers Pizza

October 21, 2025

Hunt Brothers Pizza has brought back its popular Chicken Bacon Ranch Pizza for a limited time, according to a press release.

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Papa Johns Canada brings back Butter Chicken Pizza

October 16, 2025

Papa Johns Canada has brought back one of its most popular menu items: the Butter Chicken Pizza, according to a press release.

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Pizza Hut revamps Wing Wednesday

October 15, 2025

Pizza Hut has revamped its Wing Wednesday platform with 20 Lil' Wings for $10. The pizza brand has a new campaign to advertise it: Wingfluencer, according to a…

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Taco Bell brings back Crispy Chicken now with kick

October 14, 2025

Taco Bell is bringing back Crispy Chicken favorites nationwide — this time with a kick! The brand is introducing Frank's RedHot Diablo Sauce. The sauce is a…

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Sonic brings iced coffee drink to life with help from Jimmy Fallon

October 13, 2025

Following NBC's launch of its reality series, "On Brand with Jimmy Fallon," Sonic is bringing the winning creation from the show to life: the Bourbon Caramel…

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Old Scratch Pizza leads with 'Midwesternly Neapolitan' pizza

by Mandy Wolf Detwiler — Editor, Connect Media

The episode of the Pizza Marketplace Podcast features Old Scratch Pizza founder Eric Soller discussing his journey from a culinary and corporate background to…

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