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KFC Expands $10 Tuesday Into Weeklong Bucket Deal and Launches New Sauces
KFC is expanding its value platform by turning its longtime $10 Tuesday promotion into a weekday “Bucket of the Day” program, giving customers a different $10 bucket meal each weekday as the chain looks to drive traffic and dinnertime relevance.
The new lineup includes 24-piece nuggets on Monday and Friday, 8-piece drums and thighs on Tuesday, 10 wings on Wednesday, and 8 tenders on Thursday, all priced at $10.
“Figuring out what's for dinner is something...
Bob Evans Unveils Spring Berry Menu for Mother’s Day 2026
Just in time for Mother’s Day, Bob Evans Farmhouse Kitchen™ is bringing back its beloved spring berry offerings to help families celebrate Mom with less stress and more time together. Featuring fan-favorite dishes crafted with fresh, seasonal ingredients alongside Family Meal options perfect for sharing, Bob Evans makes it easy to honor the special women in your life, whether guests are dining in or enjoying a comforting spread at home.
“Mother’s Day is about showing appreciation through time spent together, and food has always...
Blue Apron Introduces Family Style to Make Weeknight Dinner Easier for Families
Blue Apron announced Family Style, a new offering designed to make weeknight dinner easier for busy households – without the usual planning, shopping, and cleanup. With a mix-and-match format, customers can choose from a variety of shareable, chef-designed mains and sides to create flexible, home-cooked meals that easily scale for households feeding 3-6.
Designed for busy families, Family Style offers a convenient, balanced alternative to grocery shopping or takeout, with the satisfaction of a home-cooked meal without the usual...
Smashburger Welcomes Spring with New Limited Time Offerings
Smashburger has introduced a new limited-time spring menu, continuing its strategy of driving traffic through frequent product innovation and bold flavor combinations.
"Spring is here, and this year we're celebrating with offerings that are more flavorful and more vibrant than ever," said Tom Ryan, Founder of Smashburger. "We're always pushing ourselves to innovate and bring our guests even more great taste. By pairing bold ingredients like jalapeño, avocado, truffle, and more with our classic builds across our premium burgers, our $4.99 value menu...
McDonald's Expands McValue Menu with Under $3 Menu and Breakfast Meal Deals
McDonald's is expanding its McValue menu, including an Under $3 Menu and a $4 Breakfast Meal Deal, as an industry-focused response to rising costs, giving operators flexible offers to protect traffic and margins while still delivering value.
"For generations, McDonald's has been committed to delivering great value our fans can count on," said Alyssa Buetikofer, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer, McDonald's USA. "As our customers' expectations evolve, we're making it easier for them...
KFC Expands Value Platform with Tiered Box Feasts
While consumers continue to face rising living costs, KFC is leaning into a new promotion designed to drive traffic and reinforce value. As part of its Value Feast lineup, the brand is introducing three new Box Feasts at distinct price points, giving consumers more ways to enjoy a complete meal at an accessible price:
Papa Johns Turns Up the Heat on Menu Innovation with Bold New Launch: Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches
Papa Johns is raising the bar on sandwich flavor with the debut of its new Oven‑Toasted Sandwiches, a crave‑worthy lineup crafted to bring the brand’s signature “better ingredients” promise into an exciting new category. As Papa Johns continues its evolution beyond pizza, this launch marks a defining step, introducing sandwiches that don’t just compete in the category, but aim to redefine it with bigger flavor, higher-quality ingredients, and a more indulgent experience.
“This launch...
Friendly’s Brings Joy to the Table With Fiesta Flavors, Dirty Sodas and 10 Under $10 Value Menu
Friendly’s is turning mealtime into a fiesta this spring with the launch of its Fiesta Flavors menu, a trio of new Dirty Sodas and an all-new 10 Under $10 Value Menu, all available starting March 11. The limited-time offerings blend comfort and creativity, giving families new reasons to gather while keeping value front and center.
Headlining the launch is the Fiesta Flavors lineup, featuring four limited-time entrées (each starting at $15.99):
Southwest Taco Burger...
Applebee's Reintroduces the Big Easy Menu featuring New Bayou Shrimp Bowl and Big Easy Burger
Applebee's has reintroduced its Big Easy Menu, capturing the bold Bayou flavors of New Orleans. Specials start at $11.99 and are available for a limited time.
This year, Applebee's has unveiled its NEW Big Easy Burger and NEW Bayou Shrimp Bowl. The menu also includes fan favorites like Applebee’s Bourbon Street Chicken & Shrimp Skillet, Bourbon Street Steak, and the Bourbon Street Mushroom Swiss Burger.
The NEW Bayou Shrimp Bowl features blackened shrimp, smoky Andouille sausage, Spanish rice, garlicky green...
Panera Bread Introduces New Value with Mix & Match Menu
Panera Bread is giving value a fresh upgrade with the launch of its new Mix & Match value menu, introducing a new kind of deal that redefines the traditional value experience. Built around the brand’s signature soups, salads and sandwiches, the offering delivers satisfying combinations made with high-quality ingredients .
The new Mix & Match Menu allows guests to combine up to ten Panera favorites , each priced at $4.99*, marking the first time the bakery-café has introduced a dedicated value menu of this...
P.F. Chang's Unveils Limited-Time Valentine's Day Prix Fixe Menu
P.F. Chang's is embracing the spirit of love with a special Valentine's Day offering, a limited-time prix fixe menu available from February 12 through February 16 at participating locations nationwide.
For $89.99, guests can savor a five-course dinner for two, combining P.F. Chang's beloved classics with exciting new dishes. (Note: Pricing at New York City's Union Square and Honolulu, HI locations is set at $99.99).
"P.F. Chang's is a place where great food sets the tone for a...
Popeyes Rolls Out All-New Chicken Wraps
Popeyes is heating up the summer with the launch of an all-new menu category. Introducing the Popeyes Chicken Wrap — a bold, grab-and-go option packed with flavor and value, available for a limited time.
Each wrap features a hand-breaded, crispy chicken tender, crisp lettuce, shredded cheese, crunchy pickles, and your choice of Classic, Spicy, or Honey Mustard spread — all wrapped in a soft, warm tortilla inspired by our famous biscuits.
The Chicken Wraps come in three crave-worthy variations, each available for just $3.99...
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