While bagels may seem like a healthier breakfast option than certain other ring-shaped treats, Fitday reveals that this is actually not the case. A typical plain bagel contains about 215 calories, which is slightly lower than the 229 calories in a glazed doughnut.
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If you are not crazy for PSLs but are a massive fan of Halloween, then chances are you are here for the latest amazing creation that the masterminds behind Totally the Bomb have come up with. They have already given us the attention-grabbing Hocus Pocus trio of secret menu Starbucks Frappuccinos.
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Careful scrutiny of the published nutritional facts for both Starbucks' and Dunkin Donuts' breakfast menus to figure out which is healthier could consume an entire morning — and you're hungry! Fortunately, registered dietitian Emily Wunder, MSCN, RD, LDN, did some of this work for us.
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For many of us, there's nothing quite like celebrating a victory with an order of authentic Buffalo wings. Restaurant chain Buffalo Wild Wings is one of the biggest names in the business, but one of their sauces doesn't really deliver.
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When Burger King rolled out the Impossible Whopper in 2019, it was a game-changer. But while the Impossible Whopper might have opened Burger King's doors to a new class of diner, those who want a different vegan alternative have a few more options on the menu.
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Everyone who has ever had to kill time in a shopping mall or airport knows that Cinnabon has some tricks up their sleeve when it comes to luring in would-be customers. The alluring, familiar scent of freshly baking cinnamon rolls wafting through food courts drove $332 million in sales in 2018.
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In an interview with Mashed, Robin Miller, nutritionist, chef, and food writer, was able to compare and contrast the calorie count, fat, and sodium between McDonald's and Five Guys' burgers. Neither burger joint is exactly a mecca of wellness, but there is a difference.
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Cold brews are now one trendy option for many folks who prefer a less bitter, more flavorful coffee than the hot stuff. When it comes to options available in the market, such as Costco's Kirkland brand cold brew and Starbucks' version, it can be hard to pick. Well, don't fret – we have an answer!
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Surprisingly enough, owning a Chick-fil-A franchise is relatively inexpensive. Franchisees not only pay less than at other major chains, but Chick-fil-A does a lot of the initial heavy-lifting, something that many other fast food corporations do not.
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Starbucks' Nitro Cold Brew is a decidedly different drinking experience than all the other coffee and espresso beverages offered at Starbucks. It's made and served differently, and it has a unique look, taste, and texture. Here's what you need to know before you order Starbucks' Nitro Cold Brew.
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How many times have you reached for the Domino's menu and settled for pizza and soda, with perhaps a generous serving of garlic bread on the side, to satiate your cravings? You may perhaps have neglected to pause and consider one of the items that gets the least amount of love on the menu.
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McDonald's is the subject of a lie posted to Twitter by the user @Ron4Trump38, who calls himself Truther Ron R. "McDonald's removes their American flags in support of Antifa & BLM nationwide," Mr. Truther tweeted. It's too bad he doesn't live up to his name.
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You smell them far before you ever see them. Yes, you know the enticing aroma of brown sugar and cinnamon means one thing: Cinnabon cinnamon rolls topped with ooey-gooey icing. But, to find that oh-so pleasing and tempting smell wafting toward you, you have to be either inside a mall or an airport.
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October is just around the corner, bringing Halloween with it. For many people that means one thing: Hocus Pocus season. While some look forward to the release of the pumpkin spice latte, others look forward to watching the cult classic Disney movie. But now there's a trio of drinks at Starbucks.
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The new Travis Scott meal at McDonald's has been a resounding success. The Cactus Jack, as it's called, after the hip-hop star's nickname and record label, might not be the runaway hit that the Popeye's new chicken sandwich was in 2019. Why is it so popular? The answer might surprise you.
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Wolfgang Puck is arguably the first celebrity chef, and a meal at his restaurants won't come cheap. This is what you should know before dining with Wolfgang.
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Social media is full of theories as to why Chick-fil-A won't give fans more than a pale colored waffle fry. While there was a rumor that Chick-fil-A opted to stop serving well done fries for health reasons, the reality isn't as simple as that.
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While there has been plenty of hype and excitement surrounding the new chicken nuggets, there have been some mixed reviews so far. Depending on where you go for your McDonald's McNugget feedback, you might hear that they're absolutely worth the hype, or that they're a big "McLetdown."
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KFC is a guilty pleasure that you'll probably regret before you've even left your red vinyl seat. But there are some dark secrets KFC doesn't want you to know.
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Today, Burger King's Whopper joins a growing list of fast-food items that are losing their artificial ingredients. The chain's signature burger is now sold without artificial colors, flavors, or preservatives in all of its U.S. markets, BK announced in a press release sent to Mashed.
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While so much of the food at Wendy's looks good, there are more than a handful of items on Wendy's menu that shouldn't be considered.
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The spread of the pandemic caused Wendy's to temporarily run out of beef a few months ago, but that seemingly wasn't the problem for McDonald's. Instead, the chain's insanely popular promotion with superstar hip-hop artist Travis Scott is the reason McDonald's faces shortages now.
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It's one of the worst things that can happen when you pick up a pizza to take home. The pizza chain Dominos even created a marketing campaign around this pizza peril that can happen to anyone if certain precautions aren't taken. We are talking sliding cheese that ends up on one side of the box.
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Mountain Dew just announced its first boozy, caffeinated cocktail and it's coming to us via a collaboration with Red Lobster. This new creation is called a "DEW Garita," and it's Mountain Dew's take on a margarita. The new beverage is expected to roll out to select Red Lobsters in September.
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You know the saying, "You only want what you can't have?" Well, it seems to apply to Chick-fil-A, which was all set in early 2019 to open a restaurant at San Antonio International Airport before the city voted to ban it. Now, after San Antonio changed its mind, Chick-fil-A has declined.
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Ugly-shaming their own food is an interesting way for Burger King to sell more burgers, but their newest offering is slightly more disheveled-looking than the chain's traditional straight-laced fare. It turns out there's a good reason for the shoddy appearance, though: cheese!
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Chick-fil-A announced some changes on Monday, September 14: The menu now features a new chocolate fudge brownie, Thrive Farmers hot coffee, and mocha cream cold brew coffee. While your attention might be drawn to coffee, there's a new and exciting sandwich hitting some locations too.
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