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McDonald’s launches free McNugget Caviar Valentine’s Day kit in viral promo
business15 days ago

McDonald’s launches free McNugget Caviar Valentine’s Day kit in viral promo

McDonald’s is giving away a limited Valentine’s Day kit that includes a 1-ounce tin of McNugget Caviar, crème fraîche, a Mother of Pearl caviar spoon, and a $25 McNuggets gift card, with 11 a.m. ET start at mcnuggetcaviar.com/countdown. Described as an upscale, effortless celebration, the promo aims to boost brand awareness and sales during cautious consumer spending. The move comes as McDonald’s notes chicken sales at parity with beef and reports modest earnings momentum—global sales up about 1% for the year and US comps up roughly 2.4% in Q3—while the giveaway itself is limited in quantity.

McNuggets go luxe: online caviar kit vanishes within minutes
business15 days ago

McNuggets go luxe: online caviar kit vanishes within minutes

McDonald's teamed with Paramount Caviar to offer a free McNugget Caviar kit online (not in restaurants) at 11 a.m. ET; the kit includes a 1-ounce tin of Baerii Sturgeon caviar, crème fraîche, a mother-of-pearl spoon, and a $25 McNuggets gift card, all free. The promotion sold out within minutes, riding a viral food trend sparked by a U.S. Open dish and limited to online orders while supplies lasted.

McDonald's Reboots Beloved Changeables for a Nostalgia-Fueled Happy Meal Comeback
entertainment24 days ago

McDonald's Reboots Beloved Changeables for a Nostalgia-Fueled Happy Meal Comeback

McDonald's is reviving its 1980s Changeables Happy Meal toys for a limited run, bringing back 16 transformed robot- and dinosaur-inspired figures starting January 27, 2026. The nostalgic program—touted as the most-requested Happy Meal item on social media—features updated versions of the original 1987–1990 designs, with fans buzzing online, though no end date for availability has been announced.

Lawsuit Claims McDonald's McRib Contains No Rib Meat
business1 month ago

Lawsuit Claims McDonald's McRib Contains No Rib Meat

A federal lawsuit alleges McDonald's misleads consumers by claiming its McRib contains actual pork rib meat, when it is reportedly made from lower-grade pork parts like shoulder and stomach. McDonald's denies the claims, stating the sandwich is made with 100% pork. The lawsuit seeks damages and measures to prevent deceptive advertising, citing consumer confusion due to the sandwich's limited availability and marketing.

Restaurants' Top Menu Trend in 2025: Value Continues to Lead
business1 month ago

Restaurants' Top Menu Trend in 2025: Value Continues to Lead

In 2025, 'value' remained the key focus for restaurants as consumers, especially those with lower incomes, cut back on dining out due to economic pressures. McDonald's and other chains intensified their value offerings, with McDonald's extending its $5 value meal and other promotions to attract budget-conscious diners. While fast-casual chains like Chipotle and Sweetgreen avoided deep discounts, some casual-dining chains like Chili's and Olive Garden successfully leveraged value strategies to boost sales. The industry anticipates continued value-driven competition in 2026 amid economic uncertainties and rising costs, with no signs of a significant shift away from value-focused strategies.

McDonald's McRib Returns Nationwide in 2025
business3 months ago

McDonald's McRib Returns Nationwide in 2025

McDonald's is bringing back the popular McRib sandwich to select U.S. locations starting November 11, leveraging nostalgia and buzz to boost sales amid a challenging consumer environment. The return has generated significant online attention and even meme status, with some market predictions linking the McRib's comeback to positive trends in Bitcoin and stock markets. The sandwich will be available in various cities, with prices varying by location, and is part of McDonald's broader holiday offerings.