Square-Shaped Doritos? Brand Teases Major Shape Change for Iconic Crisps
Doritos has teased that it's iconic crisps could soon be undergoing a big change - the brand is currently experimenting with a very different shape and has even shared a look at a potential prototype for the UK.
If a recent social media post is anything to go by, we could soon see square-shaped Doritos hitting the supermarket shelves.
A spokesperson for Doritos commented that the new shape is something they have been 'exploring'. They said: "As you've now seen, Square Doritos are something we're exploring and we'll reveal more officially later this month."
You can find out more about this iconic shape change HERE.
M&S Goes Big on Brain Food
In other news, M&S has unveiled it's innovative Brain Food Range in partnership with Wrexham's Wholebake. This comes shortly after the launch of Yay Mushrooms, a nine-strong functional drinks range containing "two key fungi" lion's mane and reishi. You can read all about it HERE.
The star product in the 'Brain Food' range, the 'Brain Ball' is high in iron, zinc and vitamin B12 to support brain health.
Martha Coakley, Product Developer, M&S commented: "We're proud to introduce the 'Brain Food' range, featuring the 'Brain Ball', available in our Foodhalls and convenience stores. Alongside other innovative health products, this range offers delicious and convenient ways to support your well-being. This collaboration with Wholebake highlights our focus on delivering quality, innovation and value with local partners."
You can find out more about M&S going big on brain food HERE.
Sweetgreen Goes Seed Oil-Free: A Healthier Fast-Casual Menu Revolution
Healthy fast-casual chain Sweetgreen has launched it's first-ever seed oil-free menu, replacing the seed oils used for its roasted veggies and proteins with extra virgin olive oil and avocado oil.
On LinkedIn, Sweetgreen Co-Founder and CEO said: "Whether it's our approach to roasting or creating dressings from scratch, we're redefining fast food to prioritise real ingredients that fuel your body and inspire a healthier food system—one flavourful bite at a time."
You can read more about the seed oil-free menu's features HERE.
Subway Turns 60!
It's time to celebrate as Subway turns 60! To mark the special occasion, the chain has launched a new menu with promotions.
The new menu features subs inspired by Mexican flavours, including a taco beef filling. The brand is also releasing a Footlong Taco Beef Dipper which features a tortilla wrap loaded with Taco Beef and American-style cheese, rolled up into a handy footlong-sized dipper, and served with a sauce of choice.
To celebrate, Subway will have a 30% off Subs promo for a limited time.
You can find out more about the Mexican inspired menu HERE.
US Fast Food Chain Carl's Jr. Heads Across the Pond
Finally, US fast food chain Carl's Jr. is coming to the UK, confirming its first-ever UK location.
Best known for it's chargrilled burgers, the chain is officially heading over the pond and opening it's doors in Cardiff in April.
Set to rival the likes of Burger King and McDonald's, the Carl's Jr. menu will feature a selection of four 'classic' burgers, three premium Angus beef burgers, as well as several chicken burgers. There will also be ice cream milkshakes, bottomless soft drinks, chicken tenders, brownies and ice cream sundaes on offer.
David Moffat, Country Manager for Carl's Jr. UK, said: "Carl's Jr. has a reputation for delivering high-quality, crave-worthy food that stands out in the burger market. We're thrilled to bring this iconic brand to Cardiff, our first location in the UK. We've had incredible interest from fans eager to experience the Carl's Jr. difference, and we can't wait to welcome them this April."
You can read more about the US chain's launch in the UK HERE.
Image Credits: Dorito's Instagram / Carl's Jr.