May 9, 2024 • 8 mins
"McFlurry Fury: Canada Gets Confetti Cookie Dough Delight, US Left in the Cold!" - "Fans Cry Foul as Mickey D's Plays Favorites with Frosty Treats"
"Bigger is Better? McDonald's Supersizes its Burger Game!" - "New 'Larger Satiating Burger' Set to Take Taste Buds by Storm"
"Fruity McFloat Frenzy Hits Indonesia!" - "Sprite x Mango, Coca-Cola x Strawberry & More: The Blast Heard 'Round the World"
"Houston, We Have Free Breakfast! Local McDonald's Owners Say 'Thank You' to Teachers" - "Educators Treated to Complimentary Morning Meals During Appreciation Week"
"Popeyes' Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich Sizzles onto the Scene!" - "Sweet, Tangy, and Ready to Rumble: Will this Newcomer Cause a Sandwich Showdown?"
"Fast Food Iced Coffee Showdown: Who Reigns Supreme?" - "Taste of Home Puts 10 Chains to the Test in Ultimate Chilled Joe Face-Off"
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"Fruity McFloat Frenzy Hits Indonesia!" - "Sprite x Mango, Coca-Cola x Strawberry & More: The Blast Heard 'Round the World"
"Houston, We Have Free Breakfast! Local McDonald's Owners Say 'Thank You' to Teachers" - "Educators Treated to Complimentary Morning Meals During Appreciation Week"
"Popeyes' Golden BBQ Chicken Sandwich Sizzles onto the Scene!" - "Sweet, Tangy, and Ready to Rumble: Will this Newcomer Cause a Sandwich Showdown?"
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(00:03):
Caloroga Shark Media. Welcome back tothe Weekly Mac, your go to source
for all the juiciest fast food news. I'm your host, Mac Davies,
and We've got a jam packed showfor you today, filled with international intrigue,
supersized surprises, and a sprinkle ofteacher appreciation. Let's dive in.
(00:27):
First up, McDonald's has ruffled somefeathers by bringing back the beloved confetti cookie
doughmicflurry, but only in Canada.That's right. Our neighbors to the north
are enjoying this colorful candy studded treat, while we're left with plain old Oreo
and M and M options. Therecently returned item is described on the menu
as smooth vanilla soft serve blended withcolorful candy confetti and cookie dough swirled together
(00:51):
for a cool and creamy dessert.Food influencer Snack Locator who broke the news
caption their post, I'm feeling awide range of emotions here in the US
about not getting this one here.It ain't right. Fans were quick to
express their disappointment, with one commentingthis made me happy until I saw that
they served this only in Canada.Another rubbed it in, noting that participating
(01:12):
spots up North are even doing applepie mcflurries. That's just cruel. Why
do they do this to us?One user lamented, while another added,
Canada still getting all the fun ones. Come on, Mickey Dee's spread the
mcflurry love. But wait, there'smore. Rumor has it that McDonald's is
testing a new, larger, satiatingburger in select markets later this year.
(01:37):
Fox Business reported that earlier this week, McDonald's CFO Ian Borden revealed the fast
food giants' plans, stating, we'llbe testing this burger in a few markets
later this year, ensuring that ithas universal appeal before scaling it across the
globe. No stranger to beefing upits menu items, McDonald's recently brought back
its double Big Mac for a limitedtime and promised to change their burgers to
(02:00):
bring customers the best burgers ever.Could this mysterious new offering be the best
burger ever? Only time and ourtaste buds will tell. Borden also noted
that McDonald's is shifting its focus toaffordability, with plans to develop a national
value offer that will be more robustthan current deals. It's a street fight.
(02:22):
Everybody is fighting for fewer consumers.We have to make sure we have
that street fighting capability, he toldanalysts. This might just be the tastiest
street fight we've ever come across.Meanwhile, in Indonesia, McDonald's is dropping
a line of fruity mcfloat Blasts thatsound absolutely delectable, according to a social
(02:43):
media post by food blogs Snackle Later, the drinks will be available in three
different flavors Sprite Times, Mango,Coca Cola, Time Strawberry, and Spritetime
Sokora. Now in Indonesia, youcan get mcfloats with a fruity blast.
You can start with your favorite soda, coke, Sprite, etc. And
then add some vanilla ice cream andgive it a flavor blast of mango,
(03:05):
strawberry or sokura. It's what Sonicis already doing, and McDonald's has the
capability to do here, the postexplained. Fans immediately dropped their reactions in
the comment section, with one campaigningthey need to do this in the USA.
OMG. As a sprite girly,I want to try the mango and
sakura. Another shared a comical memeof Prince Harry, exclaiming yes, please,
(03:27):
someone else took the opportunity to makeanother request. Instead, we need
to grimace, shake to make areturn, or give us a hamburglar shake
loel Hey, if Sonic can doit, why not Mickey D's. In
more uplifting news, local McDonald's owneroperators in the Greater Houston area are showing
their appreciation for teachers and school staffby offering free breakfast meals throughout Teacher Appreciation
(03:50):
Week. With a valid school ID, educators can enjoy a complimentary breakfast combo
until ten thirty am at participating restaurants. As a mother, I am so
grateful to everyone who works tirelessly touplift and inspire our future generations, said
McDonald's Houston owner operator Lori Glazer Swift. In honor of their hard work and
(04:11):
dedication, we are eager to celebrateteachers and staff with free breakfast this Teacher
Appreciation Week. We hope this treatbrightens their mornings a well deserved thank you.
Indeed, and last, but notleast, Popeyes is shaking up the
fast food scene with their new GoldenBBQ Chicken Sandwich. The fried chicken eatery
wants to ensure fun is infused backinto lunch with this sweet and tangy creation
(04:36):
featuring buttermilk battered all white meat chickenbreast smothered in golden BBQ sauce and served
on a buttery toasted brioche bun withbarrel cured pickles. Guests can even take
it up a notch with the optionto customize their sandwich with add ons including
a slice of Havardi cheese and applewood smoked bacon. Popeyes claims the sandwich
(04:56):
transforms lunchtime from mundane to magnificent,but let's just hope it doesn't incite any
sandwich related chaos like last time.Food blogger Marky Divo shared a preview of
the Crispy chicken menu item on socialmedia, with one fan leaving a comment
and hoping there's no fights over thisthe way the last Popeye's chicken sandwich release
caused a stir more in a moment. Hey there, coffee lovers, are
(05:26):
you ready to discover the best fastfood iced coffees out there? The folks
at Taste of home dot com setout on a mission to find the most
refreshing cup of chilled Joe and Boydo they have some results for you.
They ordered vanilla iced coffees at tendifferent fast food chains, and now it's
time to count down the winners.So grab a seat and let's dive in.
Starting off at number ten, theyhave Baskin Robbins. Their original cappuccino
(05:50):
blast was more like a heavy dessertthan a pleasant iced coffee. At six
seventy nine for a small, itwas the priceiest drink they tested, and
the overpowering vanilla flavor masked any hintof coffee. Let's just say we'd save
this one for a once in awhile indulgence. Coming in at number nine
is seven to eleven. While theprice was right at just a dollar sixty
(06:13):
nine for a medium, their Frenchvanilla cold brew was toothachingly sweet, with
an overpowering vanilla flavor that left themcraving a more balanced brew. At number
eight, we have Taco Bell.Their vanilla iced latte had a bitter edge
and the vanilla flavor was so faintit was hardly recognizable. Plus the tall,
skinny cup felt a bit precarious intheir car's cup holder. Sliding into
(06:38):
the number seven spot is Wendy's.Their frosty cream cold brew had minimal ice,
and the vanilla flavor dominated the drink, making it feel more like a
dessert than a coffee. Where's thefrosty part? Number six goes to Burger
King at just one nine for asmall it's a steel While not perfect,
the vanilla flavor wasn't as intense assome others, and the sweetness wasn't over
(07:00):
the top. If you're looking fora budget friendly option, BK's got you
covered halfway through their list. Atnumber five, we have Chick fil A.
Their vanilla cold brew had a strongvanilla taste that nearly overpowered the coffee.
If you're a vanilla fanatic, thisone's for you, but they were
hoping for a more pronounced coffee flavor. Moving on to number four, Panera
(07:21):
takes the spot despite the higher cost. Their iced coffee was a winner.
It had a pleasant bitterness and alight vanilla flavor. You can customize the
sweetness level by specifying the number ofsyrup pumps. Breaking into the top three
is Starbucks. Their iced coffee canbe tailored to your liking, and the
straw free lid is a nice touchfor on the go sipping without milk.
(07:45):
The coffee was quite bitter, butadding a splash of dairy made all the
difference. Just missing the top spotat number two, we have Duncan.
Their iced coffee was beautifully balanced,allowing the incredible dunkin coffee flavor to shine.
The vanilla flavor was detectable without beingoverpowering, making it a solid choice.
(08:05):
And now the moment you've been waitingfor the number one spot for the
best fast food iced coffee goes toMcDonald's. They were just as surprised as
you might be. At two twentynine. The price to taste ratio couldn't
be beat. The ideal balance ofcoffee, vanilla and sugar was spot on
without any custom ordering, It's quick, affordable, and has all the essential
(08:26):
components in the right ratio. Thereyou have it, folks, the definitive
ranking of fast food iced coffees.Whether you're a vanilla lover or a coffee
purist, there's something out there foreveryone. So the next time you're in
need of a chilled caffeine fix,you know where to go. Happy sipping,
Caloroga Shark Media. Welcome back tothe Weekly Mac, your go to source
for all the juiciest fast food news. I'm your host, Mac Davies,
and We've got a jam packed showfor you today, filled with international intrigue,
supersized surprises, and a sprinkle ofteacher appreciation. Let's dive in.
(00:27):
First up, McDonald's has ruffled somefeathers by bringing back the beloved confetti cookie
doughmicflurry, but only in Canada.That's right. Our neighbors to the north
are enjoying this colorful candy studded treat, while we're left with plain old Oreo
and M and M options. Therecently returned item is described on the menu
as smooth vanilla soft serve blended withcolorful candy confetti and cookie dough swirled together
(00:51):
for a cool and creamy dessert.Food influencer Snack Locator who broke the news
caption their post, I'm feeling awide range of emotions here in the US
about not getting this one here.It ain't right. Fans were quick to
express their disappointment, with one commentingthis made me happy until I saw that
they served this only in Canada.Another rubbed it in, noting that participating
(01:12):
spots up North are even doing applepie mcflurries. That's just cruel. Why
do they do this to us?One user lamented, while another added,
Canada still getting all the fun ones. Come on, Mickey Dee's spread the
mcflurry love. But wait, there'smore. Rumor has it that McDonald's is
testing a new, larger, satiatingburger in select markets later this year.
(01:37):
Fox Business reported that earlier this week, McDonald's CFO Ian Borden revealed the fast
food giants' plans, stating, we'llbe testing this burger in a few markets
later this year, ensuring that ithas universal appeal before scaling it across the
globe. No stranger to beefing upits menu items, McDonald's recently brought back
its double Big Mac for a limitedtime and promised to change their burgers to
(02:00):
bring customers the best burgers ever.Could this mysterious new offering be the best
burger ever? Only time and ourtaste buds will tell. Borden also noted
that McDonald's is shifting its focus toaffordability, with plans to develop a national
value offer that will be more robustthan current deals. It's a street fight.
(02:22):
Everybody is fighting for fewer consumers.We have to make sure we have
that street fighting capability, he toldanalysts. This might just be the tastiest
street fight we've ever come across.Meanwhile, in Indonesia, McDonald's is dropping
a line of fruity mcfloat Blasts thatsound absolutely delectable, according to a social
(02:43):
media post by food blogs Snackle Later, the drinks will be available in three
different flavors Sprite Times, Mango,Coca Cola, Time Strawberry, and Spritetime
Sokora. Now in Indonesia, youcan get mcfloats with a fruity blast.
You can start with your favorite soda, coke, Sprite, etc. And
then add some vanilla ice cream andgive it a flavor blast of mango,
(03:05):
strawberry or sokura. It's what Sonicis already doing, and McDonald's has the
capability to do here, the postexplained. Fans immediately dropped their reactions in
the comment section, with one campaigningthey need to do this in the USA.
OMG. As a sprite girly,I want to try the mango and
sakura. Another shared a comical memeof Prince Harry, exclaiming yes, please,
(03:27):
someone else took the opportunity to makeanother request. Instead, we need
to grimace, shake to make areturn, or give us a hamburglar shake
loel Hey, if Sonic can doit, why not Mickey D's. In
more uplifting news, local McDonald's owneroperators in the Greater Houston area are showing
their appreciation for teachers and school staffby offering free breakfast meals throughout Teacher Appreciation
(03:50):
Week. With a valid school ID, educators can enjoy a complimentary breakfast combo
until ten thirty am at participating restaurants. As a mother, I am so
grateful to everyone who works tirelessly touplift and inspire our future generations, said
McDonald's Houston owner operator Lori Glazer Swift. In honor of their hard work and
(04:11):
dedication, we are eager to celebrateteachers and staff with free breakfast this Teacher
Appreciation Week. We hope this treatbrightens their mornings a well deserved thank you.
Indeed, and last, but notleast, Popeyes is shaking up the
fast food scene with their new GoldenBBQ Chicken Sandwich. The fried chicken eatery
wants to ensure fun is infused backinto lunch with this sweet and tangy creation
(04:36):
featuring buttermilk battered all white meat chickenbreast smothered in golden BBQ sauce and served
on a buttery toasted brioche bun withbarrel cured pickles. Guests can even take
it up a notch with the optionto customize their sandwich with add ons including
a slice of Havardi cheese and applewood smoked bacon. Popeyes claims the sandwich
(04:56):
transforms lunchtime from mundane to magnificent,but let's just hope it doesn't incite any
sandwich related chaos like last time.Food blogger Marky Divo shared a preview of
the Crispy chicken menu item on socialmedia, with one fan leaving a comment
and hoping there's no fights over thisthe way the last Popeye's chicken sandwich release
caused a stir more in a moment. Hey there, coffee lovers, are
(05:26):
you ready to discover the best fastfood iced coffees out there? The folks
at Taste of home dot com setout on a mission to find the most
refreshing cup of chilled Joe and Boydo they have some results for you.
They ordered vanilla iced coffees at tendifferent fast food chains, and now it's
time to count down the winners.So grab a seat and let's dive in.
Starting off at number ten, theyhave Baskin Robbins. Their original cappuccino
(05:50):
blast was more like a heavy dessertthan a pleasant iced coffee. At six
seventy nine for a small, itwas the priceiest drink they tested, and
the overpowering vanilla flavor masked any hintof coffee. Let's just say we'd save
this one for a once in awhile indulgence. Coming in at number nine
is seven to eleven. While theprice was right at just a dollar sixty
(06:13):
nine for a medium, their Frenchvanilla cold brew was toothachingly sweet, with
an overpowering vanilla flavor that left themcraving a more balanced brew. At number
eight, we have Taco Bell.Their vanilla iced latte had a bitter edge
and the vanilla flavor was so faintit was hardly recognizable. Plus the tall,
skinny cup felt a bit precarious intheir car's cup holder. Sliding into
(06:38):
the number seven spot is Wendy's.Their frosty cream cold brew had minimal ice,
and the vanilla flavor dominated the drink, making it feel more like a
dessert than a coffee. Where's thefrosty part? Number six goes to Burger
King at just one nine for asmall it's a steel While not perfect,
the vanilla flavor wasn't as intense assome others, and the sweetness wasn't over
(07:00):
the top. If you're looking fora budget friendly option, BK's got you
covered halfway through their list. Atnumber five, we have Chick fil A.
Their vanilla cold brew had a strongvanilla taste that nearly overpowered the coffee.
If you're a vanilla fanatic, thisone's for you, but they were
hoping for a more pronounced coffee flavor. Moving on to number four, Panera
(07:21):
takes the spot despite the higher cost. Their iced coffee was a winner.
It had a pleasant bitterness and alight vanilla flavor. You can customize the
sweetness level by specifying the number ofsyrup pumps. Breaking into the top three
is Starbucks. Their iced coffee canbe tailored to your liking, and the
straw free lid is a nice touchfor on the go sipping without milk.
(07:45):
The coffee was quite bitter, butadding a splash of dairy made all the
difference. Just missing the top spotat number two, we have Duncan.
Their iced coffee was beautifully balanced,allowing the incredible dunkin coffee flavor to shine.
The vanilla flavor was detectable without beingoverpowering, making it a solid choice.
(08:05):
And now the moment you've been waitingfor the number one spot for the
best fast food iced coffee goes toMcDonald's. They were just as surprised as
you might be. At two twentynine. The price to taste ratio couldn't
be beat. The ideal balance ofcoffee, vanilla and sugar was spot on
without any custom ordering, It's quick, affordable, and has all the essential
(08:26):
components in the right ratio. Thereyou have it, folks, the definitive
ranking of fast food iced coffees.Whether you're a vanilla lover or a coffee
purist, there's something out there foreveryone. So the next time you're in
need of a chilled caffeine fix,you know where to go. Happy sipping,
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