A whole host of new and returning foods are making a comeback as part of a McDonald’s menu shake-up launching today.
And the absolute fan-favourite Halloumi Fries are back.
The global fast food giant is known for changing its menu with the seasons, often introducing lots of limited-edition items for a short time only, and this month is no different – as today sees a brand-new burger, two new dipping sauces, and some new McFlurries launched, alongside the long-awaited return of a popular burger and other snacks.
First up is the new Spicy Big Tasty – a 100% beef patty made with Emmental cheese, lettuce, bacon, tomato, and the Big Tasty sauce with a jalapeno twist – alongside the return of the hugely-popular Big Tasty and Big Tasty with Bacon.
Also returning are the Wispa McFlurry and Wispa Gold McFlurry, made with soft dairy ice cream, swirled Wispa chocolate pieces, and a Cadbury chocolate or caramel sauce.
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McDonald’s has introduced new and returning favourites to its menu today / Credit: McDonald’s UK
And, of course, Halloumi Fries are back after a hugely-successful run last summer, which means you can once again tuck into four delicious halloumi cheese sticks coated in a light batter and served with a rich tomato dip, or grab a share box of 12.
But aside from the return of the popular squeaky cheese snack, the stars of the show have to be the four new limited-edition dipping sauces.
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To celebrate 40 years of one of the most popular and most-ordered items on the McDonald’s menu, the Chicken McNuggets, the fast food giant is dropping two new limited-edition dips today, and another two in a couple of weeks time.
It's the 40th birthday of our iconic McNuggets, so what did we get them?
4 brand new dips 😎
Our Mega Hot Sauce & Garlic Mayo dips launch this Wednesday, with more to come at the end of the month…
As of today, you can give your McNuggets a fiery kick with the Mega Hot Sauce dip, or the try out the “slightly tangy yet beautifully rich” Garlic Mayo dip to give your McNuggets a delicious creamy garlic flavour.
Then, right at the end of the month on 31 May, “creamy and vibrant” Chipotle Mayo will make its way to the menu with a touch of spice, alongside America’s most popular sauce if you fancy coating your McNuggets with the flavour-packed Creamy Ranch dip.
McDonald’s has emphasised that each new menu item will only be around for a limited time, and “when they’re gone, they’re gone”.
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Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester
Emily Sergeant
Today is National Doughnut Day, and to celebrate, Morrisons is on the look-out for one sweet treat fan to take on a new role.
That’s right – today (5 June) is National Doughnut Day, and Morrisons is officially on the hunt for the nation’s ultimate doughnut devotee with the launch of its brand-new (and delicious) role, The Chief Doughnut Tester – with all glaze enthusiasts, sprinkle connoisseurs, and jam-filled aficionados urged to get applying.
The search is on to crown one lucky fan who’ll take on the dream job of taste-testing their way through the supermarket‘s range of doughnuts.
The Chief Doughnut Tester is more than just a title, Morrisons says it’s ‘serious business’.
Morrisons has launched a nationwide search for its first-ever Chief Doughnut Tester / Credit: Morrisons
The new hire will be tasked with taste-testing doughnuts before they hit the shelves, giving verdicts on new flavours and textures, all in the name of research.
The role will also involve teaming up with Morrisons’ internal doughnut-expert team to develop new and limited-edition treats that’ll be in stores next year.
Crowned as the nation’s definitive doughnut authority, the selected winner won’t just earn the title of Chief Doughnut Tester, they’ll also receive the ultimate of sweet perks – a year’s free supply of Morrisons fresh doughnuts, which the retailer sells more than 1.1 million of weekly.
Aspiring Chief Doughnut Testers can apply on the Morrisons website here, by filling in a short 200-words about why’re the ideal candidate.
Applications close at midnight tonight (Friday 5 June), so you’ll need to be quick.
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First-ever JD Wetherspoon pub to open at Manchester Airport
Danny Jones
In news that we feel many Mancs and travellers all-round have been waiting on for a long time, the well-known British chain, JD Wetherspoon, will be opening its first-ever pub at Manchester Airport.
That’s right: soon that first airport pint of the holiday could actually be a relatively cheap one.
While Wetherspoons are no strangers to popping up in terminals across the UK and Ireland, they’ve never done so here in Manchester despite having three, yes THREE, in Gatwick alone.
Not for much longer, though, as soon T2 will be lending more than 3,000 square feet of its prime leisure and retail real estate to a new Greater Manchester ‘Spoons’.
Posting on social media, the airport wrote: “Wetherspoon comes to Manchester Airport this September! The pub will be located in the Terminal 2 Departures lounge and will have more than 300 seats.
“This will become the final major food and drink venue to open its doors as part of our decade-long £1.3bn transformation of Terminal 2. It will be named ‘The Belle Vue’, in a nod to Manchester’s historic showground [now a sports complex and leisure hub].
“It was a focal point for social life in the city from the Victorian period up until 2020, when the final event was held at Belle Vue stadium. The design of the pub is inspired by the history of Belle Vue and the sporting culture of the North West of England. We look forward to welcoming you all in September!”
While a lot of money has been pumped into T2’s refurb as a whole over the past few years, it remains unclear just how much this particular new addition will cost; we do know that great sums were set aside for the launch of the Great Northern Market last year.
The inaugural Manchester Airport Spoons is just the latest in a series of major renovations.
As mentioned, the company already operate several up and down the country – 10 airport pubs, to be specific – but this will be the first in the North West.
Speaking on the news, JD Wetherspoon chief executive John Hutson said in a statement: “We are looking forward to opening at Manchester Airport. We believe our new pub will prove popular with travellers of all ages and be an asset to the new terminal.”
With Manchester Airport adding a dozen new routes to its roster this summer, you can expect to see even more people flying in and out than ever – no doubt having already polished off a cut-price pint or two beforehand.
Emily Sergeant -
10th May 2023 
