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4 hours ago

Food & drink

McDonald's new McValue menu starts today. It might not save you money

Business

This Will Be McDonald's Stock Price Next Year

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5 hours ago

Silicon Valley food

This Calif. McDonald's is all over TV but has never served a Big Mac

Coffee

The Easy McDonald's Ordering Trick That Lets You Leave With A Creamy Float - Tasting Table

Chicago

10 Unique International Menu Items Served At This Chicago McDonald's - Tasting Table

SF food

The Giant Company Behind McDonald's Fish (Supplying 15 Million Pounds Per Year) - Tasting Table

4 hours ago

McDonald's new McValue menu starts today. It might not save you money

McDonald's introduces a new McValue menu with items under $3, but it may not offer better deals than the previous version.

Business

This Will Be McDonald's Stock Price Next Year

McDonald's is projected to reach a price target of $342, indicating a 9.7% upside over the next 12 months.

fromSFGATE

5 hours ago

This Calif. McDonald's is all over TV but has never served a Big Mac

A McDonald's in Southern California serves solely as a filming location, never serving food to customers.

Coffee

The Easy McDonald's Ordering Trick That Lets You Leave With A Creamy Float - Tasting Table

McDonald's soft-serve can be creatively combined with various drinks to create unique desserts like floats and affogato.

Chicago

10 Unique International Menu Items Served At This Chicago McDonald's - Tasting Table

McDonald's Global Menu Restaurant in Chicago offers a rotating selection of international menu items not typically available in the U.S.

The Giant Company Behind McDonald's Fish (Supplying 15 Million Pounds Per Year) - Tasting Table

The Filet-O-Fish sandwich at McDonald's requires 15 million pounds of fish annually, sourced primarily from the Bering Sea.

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13 successful people who got their start working in fast food

Tim Cook, who recently announced the conclusion of his 15-year tenure as CEO of Apple, has worn many hats in his career, including as a line cook. His first job was a paper route at 11 or 12, and then, as he told Fortune in 2025, he 'graduated to flipping burgers' at a local spot, 'Tastee Freeze,' when he turned 14.

Silicon Valley food

Berlin food

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6 hours ago

The Southern Burger Chain That Customers Find To Be Way Overpriced - Tasting Table

Whataburger customers express dissatisfaction over rising prices and declining quality, feeling the chain no longer offers value for money.

Social media marketing

What restaurants are doing differently on TikTok and why it's driving visits

TikTok is the leading platform influencing dining decisions, driving both first visits and repeat orders for restaurants.

Here's How Long It Takes A Filet-O-Fish To Get From The Fryer To Your Bag - Tasting Table

Fast food prioritizes convenience and speed over food quality, with the Filet-O-Fish taking about six minutes to prepare.

6 hours ago

Chipotle's Easy Ordering Trick That Gets You More Tacos For Less Money - Tasting Table

Ordering from the kids' menu at Chipotle can save money while providing a filling meal.

The Big Difference Between The Beef At Wendy's And In-N-Out - Tasting Table

In-N-Out Burger and Wendy's have different approaches to beef sourcing and quality control in their burger chains.

Another fast food franchise owner has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Will the burger joint close any restaurants?

Fast-food franchisees, including those of Carl's Jr., are facing bankruptcy, impacting the industry and raising concerns about location closures.

10 Best New Fast Food Items Of March 2026 - Tasting Table

Fast food chains introduced innovative menu items in March 2026, including McDonald's Big Arch, enhancing the dining experience with limited-time offerings.

8 Fast Food Chains That Will Sell You A Burger During Breakfast Hours - Tasting Table

Craving a burger in the morning is common, and many fast food chains serve burgers during breakfast hours.

22 hours ago

Here's How Long It Takes A Filet-O-Fish To Get From The Fryer To Your Bag - Tasting Table

Fast food prioritizes convenience and speed over food quality, with the Filet-O-Fish taking about six minutes to prepare.

6 hours ago

Chipotle's Easy Ordering Trick That Gets You More Tacos For Less Money - Tasting Table

Ordering from the kids' menu at Chipotle can save money while providing a filling meal.

The Big Difference Between The Beef At Wendy's And In-N-Out - Tasting Table

In-N-Out Burger and Wendy's have different approaches to beef sourcing and quality control in their burger chains.

Another fast food franchise owner has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. Will the burger joint close any restaurants?

Fast-food franchisees, including those of Carl's Jr., are facing bankruptcy, impacting the industry and raising concerns about location closures.

10 Best New Fast Food Items Of March 2026 - Tasting Table

Fast food chains introduced innovative menu items in March 2026, including McDonald's Big Arch, enhancing the dining experience with limited-time offerings.

8 Fast Food Chains That Will Sell You A Burger During Breakfast Hours - Tasting Table

Craving a burger in the morning is common, and many fast food chains serve burgers during breakfast hours.

10 Store-Bought Foods That Are Actually Only A Good Deal In Theory - Tasting Table

Many convenience food products do not meet expectations for quality and value, making it essential to choose wisely.

Agriculture

fromEntrepreneur

20 hours ago

He Sold His Grass-Fed Jerky Company for Millions. Then He Started One of the Hardest Businesses in Food.

Force of Nature, co-founded by Robby Sansom, sells regenerative meat directly to consumers and grocery stores, impacting millions of acres and achieving significant growth.

The 8-Second Trick For Krispy Kreme Donuts With Oven-Fresh Flavor - Tasting Table

Microwaving Krispy Kreme donuts for eight seconds enhances their taste, making them warm and gooey, similar to fresh ones.

The Discontinued Krispy Kreme Donut That Deserves A Comeback - Tasting Table

Krispy Kreme's lemon-filled donut, discontinued in 2025, has a nostalgic appeal and a strong fan base hoping for its return.

Cooking

4 hours ago

The 8-Second Trick For Krispy Kreme Donuts With Oven-Fresh Flavor - Tasting Table

Microwaving Krispy Kreme donuts for eight seconds enhances their taste, making them warm and gooey, similar to fresh ones.

The Discontinued Krispy Kreme Donut That Deserves A Comeback - Tasting Table

Krispy Kreme's lemon-filled donut, discontinued in 2025, has a nostalgic appeal and a strong fan base hoping for its return.

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E-Commerce

22 hours ago

Walmart is racing to become Amazon before Amazon can become Walmart

Walmart and Amazon are borrowing strategies from each other to enhance growth in e-commerce and retail.

'Absolutely Delectable' - The Walmart Steak Customers Love Splurging On - Tasting Table

Walmart's Marketside Wagyu steaks receive positive reviews for flavor and tenderness, despite some criticism regarding their pricing.

10 Fast Food Chains That Have Called Walmart Home - Tasting Table

Walmart features a variety of fast food chains, including Taco Bell and Uncle Sharkii, enhancing its shopping experience with diverse dining options.

E-Commerce

22 hours ago

Walmart is racing to become Amazon before Amazon can become Walmart

Walmart and Amazon are borrowing strategies from each other to enhance growth in e-commerce and retail.

'Absolutely Delectable' - The Walmart Steak Customers Love Splurging On - Tasting Table

Walmart's Marketside Wagyu steaks receive positive reviews for flavor and tenderness, despite some criticism regarding their pricing.

10 Fast Food Chains That Have Called Walmart Home - Tasting Table

Walmart features a variety of fast food chains, including Taco Bell and Uncle Sharkii, enhancing its shopping experience with diverse dining options.

Startups Are Spending Six Figures to Show Up on College Campuses. How They're Winning Over Coeds

Companies are increasingly targeting college campuses for growth marketing, shifting budgets from social media to on-campus events and promotions.

Digital life

fromBustle

fromFood & Beverage Magazine

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.

Business intelligence

Leveraging Digital Tools for Restaurant Success: A Guide for Foodservice Professionals - Food & Beverage Magazine

Embracing technology and data analytics is essential for enhancing operations and guest experiences in the food and beverage industry.

Chicago Bulls

McDonald's Puts Red Bull On The Menu

Red Bull dominates the energy drink market with significant sales, while McDonald's adapts its menu to maintain competitiveness and attract budget-conscious customers.

3 hours ago

The 9 Biggest Breakfast Trends In 2026 (So Far) - Tasting Table

Breakfast trends in 2026 emphasize health-conscious choices, focusing on protein and fiber while encouraging creativity in ingredient combinations.

Dining

fromEater

The New American Steakhouse

Cote offers a unique dining experience by merging Korean barbecue elements with a traditional steakhouse atmosphere.

8 Chain Restaurant Shrimp Baskets, Ranked Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Fried shrimp is a versatile seafood dish enjoyed for its flavor and convenience, available even in landlocked areas through chain restaurants.

Everyday cooking

The Genius Egg McMuffin Ordering Trick That Makes McDonald's Breakfast 10X Better - Tasting Table

Egg McMuffins can be enhanced with grill seasoning for a flavor boost, as recommended by former McDonald's chef Mike Haracz.

Marketing

fromDigiday

Future of Marketing Briefing: Why brand builders are back in fashion

CPG companies are shifting focus from performance marketers to brand builders in their hiring practices.

1 hour ago

Walmart Has A 58-Cent Dinner That Customers Are Stocking Their Freezers With - Tasting Table

Tina's Burritos offer affordable, tasty frozen options at Walmart, averaging around 58 cents each, making them a popular choice among customers.

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Silicon Valley food

I compared Chili's Big Crispy chicken sandwich to McDonald's McCrispy. One was a way better value.

Chili's introduces new chicken sandwich flavors and a revamped value meal to compete with McDonald's offerings.

Chili's is calling out fast food shrinkflation with one massive sandwich

Chili's is launching a new value menu featuring larger chicken sandwiches to compete in the fast food chicken market.

I compared Chili's Big Crispy chicken sandwich to McDonald's McCrispy. One was a way better value.

Chili's introduces new chicken sandwich flavors and a revamped value meal to compete with McDonald's offerings.

Chili's is calling out fast food shrinkflation with one massive sandwich

Chili's is launching a new value menu featuring larger chicken sandwiches to compete in the fast food chicken market.

The Worst Wendy's Chicken Sandwich Flops In More Ways Than One - Tasting Table

Wendy's Spicy Chicken sandwich is bland and underwhelming, ranking last among their chicken offerings.

The Drive-Thru Etiquette Rule You're Probably Breaking On Rainy Days - Tasting Table

Oftentimes, fast-food employees are working long shifts, and standing there serving customer after customer while freezing is incredibly miserable for the employee. It can also make the floors of the store wet, creating unsafe working conditions... Instead, just turn the wipers back on after you are a few feet ahead of the window.

Dining

19 hours ago

I Tried Arby's New Brisket Sandwich & Mac Bowl, And My Wallet Would Like A Word - Tasting Table

Arby's offers a Chopped Brisket Sandwich and Bowl, but quality must match rising prices for value.

Business

One Fast-Food Titan Rewards Investors and One Leaves Them Hungry

Restaurant Brands International offers better valuation and income potential compared to Yum! Brands for retirement-focused investors.

Marketing tech

fromAdExchanger

She's So Anthro-popular; Junked Food | AdExchanger

Anthropic shows signs of lasting impact with increased subscriber gains and strong app rankings despite a previous viral moment decline.

Dining

7 Chain Restaurants Where The Catering Delivers The Most Bang For Your Buck - Tasting Table

Catering for events can be cost-effective by choosing reputable chain restaurants that offer quality food without high prices.

fromEntrepreneur

Jersey Mike's Is Going Public After Blackstone Bought It for $8 Billion. Here's What's Next.

Jersey Mike's has filed for an initial public offering, aiming to become a publicly traded company after Blackstone's acquisition.

14 Once-Popular Restaurant Chains Down To Just A Single Location - Tasting Table

Nostalgic chain restaurants are dwindling, with many reduced to a single location, though some may have potential for revival.

This Old-School Burger Chain Invented Happy Meals. Then McDonald's Stole The Idea - Tasting Table

McDonald's Happy Meals, introduced in 1979, were inspired by Burger Chef's Fun Meals, which began in 1973, leading to a lawsuit over marketing similarities.

Berlin food

Burger King's Quadruple-Patty Cheeseburger Was Discontinued - But You Can Order It With This Trick - Tasting Table

The Quad Stacker, a popular Burger King item, can still be ordered through a secret menu despite being discontinued.

NYC food

fromwww.theguardian.com

4 weeks ago

Welcome to the United States of Mancunia

Fat Pat's has transformed into a successful takeaway operation in Manchester, known for its North American-inspired sandwiches and strong social media presence.

In-N-Out Doesn't Have Mobile Ordering And Likely Never Will. Here's Why - Tasting Table

In-N-Out prioritizes personal customer interaction over digital technology like mobile ordering, valuing freshness and customer service.

Wall Street Back on the Burger Train

Senatore cited menu innovation and featured value as contributing to more stable same-store traffic. On the cost side, supply-chain savings are offsetting inflation, allowing BofA to raise its FY26 adjusted EBITDA estimate to $288M from $279M.

Business

fromLos Angeles Times

Chipotle who? Your newest build-your-own-bowl obsession just opened in Carson

Urban Comfort Foods Kitchen offers customizable bowls featuring African diaspora cuisine, emphasizing cultural relevance and nutritional value.

The Gas Station Pizza So Good They Made A Frozen Take-And-Bake Version - Tasting Table

Kwik Trip offers highly praised pizza, especially its Pothole pies, which are considered the best gas station and frozen pizzas by many customers.

14 hours ago

The Diner-Style California Burger Chain In-N-Out Lovers Need To Try At Least Once - Tasting Table

California offers diverse burger options, with Farmer Boys being a notable chain emphasizing fresh, locally sourced ingredients.

These 20 Restaurant Chains Offer Free Drink Refills - Tasting Table

Free refills on drinks are a significant aspect of American dining culture, often overlooked by consumers.

I visited Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Chili's with a $30 budget. Some chains offered way more value than others.

Chili's offered the best value among Applebee's, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Chili's for a $30 meal comparison.

I Tried 16 Carl's Jr. Menu Items And Ranked Them Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Carl's Jr. offers a variety of menu items, but not all are worth trying, particularly the jalapeño poppers.

I Tried 7 Smash Burgers From Popular Chains And Ranked Them Worst To Best - Tasting Table

Smash burgers, characterized by their thin, tender patties and crusty edges, gained popularity in the 2010s and continue to thrive in the culinary scene.

The 6 Most Missed Applebee's Menu Items, According To Customers - Tasting Table

Applebee's offers a diverse menu but faces challenges in maintaining quality while catering to a wide range of tastes.

fromBuzzFeed

420 Food Deals Designed For When The Munchies Strike At Midnight

April 20 has evolved into a mainstream celebration with food chains offering special deals for cannabis enthusiasts.

fromTheregister

Would you like fries with that terminal?

A drive-through screen at Jack in the Box displayed Ubuntu instead of the customer's order, highlighting a technical glitch.

fromBon Appetit

Trump DoorDashed McDonald's to the White House

Travis Kelce and Patrick Mahomes' 1587 Prime received a scathing review, while various food-related topics sparked debate and interest this week.

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Silicon Valley food

Review: Taco Bell Makes 'Dusted' And 'Dirty' Words I Actually Want To See On A Menu - Tasting Table

fromThe Mercury News

Silicon Valley food

New chicken nuggets and loaded fries at Taco Bell

fromBusiness Insider

Food & drink

Taco Bell is thriving with Gen Z. Its CEO says that's no accident.

Review: Taco Bell Makes 'Dusted' And 'Dirty' Words I Actually Want To See On A Menu - Tasting Table

Taco Bell introduces new items including Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets and Dirty Sips drinks, while bringing back the Triple Double Crunchwrap.

fromThe Mercury News

New chicken nuggets and loaded fries at Taco Bell

Taco Bell introduced over 20 new items for 2026, including Diablo Dusted Crispy Chicken Nuggets and Zab's Chicken Ranch Nacho Fries.

fromBusiness Insider

Food & drink

Taco Bell is thriving with Gen Z. Its CEO says that's no accident.

How 10 Chain Restaurant Slogans Have Evolved Over The Years - Tasting Table

Fast food chains use memorable slogans to differentiate themselves and drive consumer behavior, with successful slogans becoming instantly recognizable without brand mention.

Dining

fromEsquire

The Cheap, Nostalgic Happy Hour Deal That's Sweeping the Nation's Bars

Bars and restaurants across the U.S. are offering adult-oriented "Happy Meal" deals combining nostalgic childhood foods with cocktails at discounted prices to attract millennials seeking both nostalgia and value.

Marketing tech

fromBon Appetit

The Burger CEOs Are Beefing

Modern food and entertainment marketing has become increasingly absurd, featuring unconventional stunts like A24 wedding chapels, Brat credit cards, and protein bar vibrators, exemplified by McDonald's CEO's awkward burger promotion that sparked competitive CEO burger-eating responses.

3 Popular Fast Food Burger Chains You May Not Realize Are Family-Owned - Tasting Table

Family-owned burger chains like In-N-Out, White Castle, and Five Guys offer an alternative to fast food giants, emphasizing quality and care.

Social media marketing

McDonald's knew what it was doing all along with this week's 'Burgergate'

McDonald's CEO's awkward Big Arch burger video went viral, generating millions in earned media value and sparking a competitive cycle of CEO response videos from rival fast food brands.

Psychology

The Clever Way Fast Food Chains Trick Our Brains Into Thinking We've Saved Money - Tasting Table

The decoy effect uses a third option to steer customers toward higher-priced choices by making mid or large items appear better value.

15 Burger Chains That Don't Exist Anymore - Tasting Table

Burger Chef was a long lost competitor in the fast food industry, founded in the 1950s and known for its Big Shef burger and fixings bar.

Silicon Valley food

Marketing

fromThe Atlantic

The McDonald's CEO's Big Burger-Eating Mistake

McDonald's CEO Chris Kempczinski faced online backlash for appearing unenthusiastic while eating the Big Arch burger in a promotional video, violating expectations of food influencer marketing authenticity.

9 Restaurant Chains With 24-Hour Locations - Tasting Table

Fewer restaurant chains are open 24 hours due to COVID-19, rising costs, and changing consumer habits.

The 5 Most Affordable Fast Food Chains In 2026 - Tasting Table

Fast food prices have risen significantly with dollar menus extinct, but affordable options remain available at chains like Taco Bell for budget-conscious consumers.

fromBuzzFeed

These Fast-Food Items Were Huge In The '90s - Can You Correctly Name Them All?

A 15-item image-based quiz challenges recognition of iconic 1990s fast-food menu items from commercials, advertisements, and real food photos.

9 Of The Best High-Fiber Fast Food Options - Tasting Table

Most Americans don't meet USDA fiber recommendations; eating more plant-based foods, including high-fiber fast-food options like beans, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables, increases intake.

fromEntrepreneur