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CAN YOU HANDLE THE HEAT? BURGER KING® INTRODUCES ALL-NEW FIERY MENU
Starting July 18, BK restaurants across the U.S.* will roll out the Fiery Menu including five new items varying in levels of spice – from mild to wild.
MIAMI /PRNewswire/ — Burger King is no stranger to bold spice and flavor, bringing Guests recent menu items like Fiery Nuggets, Spicy Chicken Fries, the Ghost Pepper Whopper sandwich, and years of other spicy innovations. This summer, BK is once again inviting Guests to embrace the heat and fan the flames of an all-new Fiery Menu*.
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Available nationwide for a limited time starting July 18, the Fiery Menu offers five all new BK menu items – varying from entrees to snacking – that are sure to have everyone feeling the heat. With spice levels ranging from mild to wild, these menu additions make it easy for heat seekers to have it their way. The complete Fiery Menu lineup includes:
- Fiery Strawberry & Sprite®** (Spice Level 1): Sprite® taken up a notch with a Fiery strawberry puree for a refreshing sip with just enough kick to leave you wanting more. An exclusive first of its kind at BK.
- Fiery Mozzarella Fries (Spice Level 2): Available in four, eight and 12 pieces, enjoy the new fry-shaped mozzarella sticks filled with melty mozzarella cheese and peppers that are fried until crispy and kicked up a notch with Fiery Calabrian pepper breading for our ultimate flavor and heat.
- Fiery Bacon Whopper (Spice Level 3): The Fiery Bacon Whopper features 1/4 lb*** flame-grilled beef with crispy Fiery-seasoned bacon, pepper jack cheese, juicy tomatoes, crispy lettuce and a creamy Fiery sauce – all on a toasted sesame seed bun.
- Fiery Chicken Fries (Spice Level 4): Available in four, eight and 12 pieces, the iconic crispy white meat Chicken Fries are marinated with a Fiery seasoning and coated in savory garlic and pepper breading.
- Fiery Royal Crispy Chicken Sandwich (Spice Level 5): This chicken sandwich features a crispy white meat breast filet coated with a Fiery glaze and topped with crispy Fiery-seasoned bacon, pepper jack cheese, juicy tomatoes, crispy lettuce and creamy Fiery sauce – all on a toasted bun.
“We know that our Guests crave spice packed full of flavor when they come to BK, but spice looks different for everybody,” says Pat O’Toole, Chief Marketing Officer, Burger King North America. “As a brand that is built on letting Guests “Have It Your Way”, we’re excited to offer a range of products that appeal to everyone – from those who want just a little kick to those who can’t get enough heat.”
And, for those looking for the perfect accompaniment to sooth those spicy sensations, Burger King is now offering Hidden Valley Ranch® dip cups, which are included with orders of the new Fiery Mozzarella Fries and Fiery Chicken Fries. Unlike the Fiery Menu that will be offered for a limited time, Hidden Valley Ranch is here to stay and available to add to any order nationwide. Whether you dip it, dunk it or pour it, Hidden Valley Ranch makes for a delicious addition to any order, whether Fiery or simply flame-grilled.
To find your nearest restaurant and learn more about the new Fiery Menu, please visit www.bk.com.
*Limited time only at participating U.S. Burger King® restaurants. Price and participation vary. Tax extra.
**Spicy strawberry puree with Sprite®
© 2024 The Coca-Cola Company. “Sprite” is a registered trademark of The Coca-Cola Company.
*** Weight based on pre-cooked patty
ABOUT BURGER KING®
Founded in 1954, the Burger King® brand is a global quick service hamburger chain known for food quality and value and as the only place guests can get the iconic flame grilled Whopper® sandwich. The Burger King system operates more than 19,000 locations in more than 120 countries and U.S. territories. Nearly all Burger King® restaurants are owned and operated by independent franchisees, many of them family-owned operations that have been in business for decades. To learn more about the Burger King brand, please visit the official brand website at www.bk.com or the newsroom at news.bk.com, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram, X and TikTok.
About The Coca-Cola Company
The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) is a total beverage company with products sold in more than 200 countries and territories. Our company’s purpose is to refresh the world and make a difference. We sell multiple billion-dollar brands across several beverage categories worldwide. Our portfolio of sparkling soft drink brands includes Coca-Cola, Sprite and Fanta. Our water, sports, coffee and tea brands include Dasani, smartwater, vitaminwater, Topo Chico, BODYARMOR, Powerade, Costa, Georgia, Gold Peak and Ayataka. Our juice, value-added dairy and plant-based beverage brands include Minute Maid, Simply, innocent, Del Valle, fairlife and AdeS. We’re constantly transforming our portfolio, from reducing sugar in our drinks to bringing innovative new products to market. We seek to positively impact people’s lives, communities and the planet through water replenishment, packaging recycling, sustainable sourcing practices and carbon emissions reductions across our value chain. Together with our bottling partners, we employ more than 700,000 people, helping bring economic opportunity to local communities worldwide. Learn more at www.coca-colacompany.com and follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.
About Hidden Valley Ranch
Founded in 1954, Hidden Valley® Ranch is the nation’s original ranch dressing brand and America’s favorite ranch.*. Bottled Hidden Valley Original Ranch and Hidden Valley Ranch Seasonings & Packets come in a variety of flavors and forms for fans to enjoy the ranch flavor they love across all mealtime and snacking occasions. Hidden Valley Ranch products, including Hidden Valley Original Ranch Seasoning, Dressing & Dip Mix, Hidden Valley Restaurant-Style Ranch Dressing Recipe Mix, Plant Powered Hidden Valley Ranch Topping & Dressing and more, can be found in grocery retailers nationwide and online. Follow us! www.instagram.com/hidden.valley/ and www.tiktok.com/@hiddenvalleyranch. Learn more at HiddenValley.com. CLX-B
*Based on IRI unit sales data for L52WE 08/20/23 12/31/23.
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Gingerbread Honey Cupcakes: A Sweet Spin on Tradition
Bake up holiday joy with Gingerbread Honey Cupcakes! This easy recipe swaps molasses for raw honey and features a luscious honey cream cheese frosting—perfect for festive gatherings.
Gingerbread Honey Cupcakes: A Sweet Spin on Tradition
(Family Features) In a holiday season crowded with everything from mouthwatering cakes, cookies and pies to “fa-la-la-la” forgettable fruitcakes, the dessert table can bring you comfort and joy or sweet-tooth dismay. Here’s the secret to spicy, sweet cupcakes that “sleigh” at the dessert table: These gingerbread cupcakes with honey cream cheese frosting swap molasses for raw honey to deliver bold flavor and buzzworthy bragging rights. Just like most legendary desserts, every drop of Busy Bee Raw Honey comes with a story. Sourced entirely in the U.S. and tested for safety, quality and three times for purity, it comes with a peel-away back label and Real Honey Code so you can trace your honey’s journey from flower to hive to your holiday dessert table. To bring the journey to your home this holiday season, visit BusyBeeHoney.com to find more inspiration, information and availability.
Gingerbread Cupcakes with Honey Cream Cheese Frosting
Yield: 12 cupcakes- 1 3/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup packed dark brown sugar
- 1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder
- 2 teaspoons ground ginger
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/8 teaspoon ground cloves
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/2 cup Busy Bee Raw Honey
- 1 egg, lightly beaten
- 1/2 cup buttermilk, at room temperature
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 8 ounces cream cheese, softened
- 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
- 1/4 cup Busy Bee Raw Honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4-6 cups powdered sugar
- Preheat oven to 350 F.
- Line 12 regular-size muffin cups with paper baking cups.
- In medium bowl, whisk flour, brown sugar, baking powder, ginger, cinnamon, cloves and salt.
- In large bowl, using hand or stand mixer, beat softened butter and honey until smooth and slightly fluffy, 1-2 minutes. Beat in egg then mix in buttermilk and vanilla until combined.
- Add dry ingredients to wet mixture and stir gently until no streaks of flour remain; don’t overmix.
- Divide batter evenly among muffin cups, filling each about two-thirds full.
- Bake 20-22 minutes, or until toothpick inserted in center of cupcake comes out clean.
- Let cupcakes cool in pan about 5 minutes then transfer to wire rack to cool completely.
- To make frosting: Beat cream cheese and butter until smooth and creamy. Add honey and vanilla then gradually beat in powdered sugar until fluffy, spreadable and reaching desired sweetness. Chill for firmer consistency before piping or spreading, if desired.
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The Top Five Butcher Shops in Phoenix: Where Quality Still Matters
Phoenix butcher shops, best butcher shops in Phoenix, Phoenix food, local meat markets, Phoenix small businesses, specialty meats Phoenix, food guide Phoenix, Phoenix shopping, Arizona butchers, STM Daily News food guide
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The Top Five Butcher Shops in Phoenix: Where Quality Still Matters
In a world dominated by big-box grocery stores, Phoenix’s neighborhood butcher shops continue to thrive—offering handcrafted cuts, local sourcing, and old-school service. Whether you’re planning a weekend cookout or hunting for a chef-grade steak, these five shops deliver quality and craftsmanship.1. Hobe Meats – A Phoenix Classic
Hobe Meats ( Official site ) is a true old-school butcher: house-aged steaks, custom cuts prepared to order, and staff who know their meat. A popular neighborhood stop, they’ve gained loyal customers for both everyday cuts and specialty requests.2. The Meat Shop – Local, Natural, and Award-Winning
The Meat Shop ( Official site ) focuses on locally sourced, hormone-free meats from Arizona farms and has collected local awards for quality. Expect unique cuts and whole-animal options—perfect for home chefs who prioritize traceability and flavor.3. Meat Shop Butchers – Whole-Animal Craftsmanship
Meat Shop Butchers ( Official site ) practices whole-animal butchery and offers a range of specialty meats including bison, elk, lamb, and goat. This shop is ideal if you’re looking for artisanal butchery, rare cuts, or ethically sourced small-batch meat.4. Block & Apron – Modern, Curated, High-End Meats
Block & Apron ( Official site ) provides a clean boutique butcher experience: consistent, high-quality cuts, curated selections, and ready-to-cook prepared items. They also offer delivery on larger orders—great for busy households and entertaining.5. La Hereford Meat Market – Authentic Carnicería Tradition
La Hereford Meat Market ( Menu/Info ) represents Phoenix’s carnicería tradition—flavorful marinated carne asada, everyday cuts, and a friendly neighborhood vibe. If you want authentic Latino-style meats at good value, this is a go-to local spot.
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Why Phoenix Still Loves Local Butcher Shops
Phoenix shoppers keep supporting neighborhood butchers because these shops offer:- Better quality and freshness than many chain counters
- Custom, handcrafted cuts prepared to your preference
- Access to specialty and exotic meats
- Ethical and local sourcing options
- Personal service and community connection
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Easy Game Day Sliders Recipe: Simple Salami Sliders for Tailgating
Make game day easy with Simple Salami Sliders. This quick recipe uses everyday ingredients for delicious tailgating food ready in just 25 minutes.
Easy Game Day Sliders Recipe: Simple Salami Sliders for Tailgating
Keep Your Focus on the Action with an Easy Game Day Winner
(Family Features) When spicy dips and saucy wings sound a little too overwhelming for your next game day gathering, turn to a simple yet still delicious solution. These Simple Salami Sliders can make game day planning a breeze with pregame ease and just a few everyday ingredients for the perfect snack at kickoff. Find more tailgating and homegating recipes at Culinary.net.
Simple Salami Sliders
Recipe courtesy of “Cookin’ Savvy” Servings: 4-6- 1 package slider buns
- 8 slices Swiss cheese
- 8 slices salami
- 8 slices ham or other deli meat
- 1 stick butter, melted
- 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon grated Parmesan cheese
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- everything bagel seasoning (optional)
- Heat oven to 350 F.
- Halve slider buns, creating top and bottom portions. Set top portion aside, leaving bottom portion in original container. Place bottom portion and container in baking dish to prevent sticking.
- Layer Swiss cheese, salami and ham then cover with top buns.
- Mix melted butter, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Parmesan cheese, onion powder and garlic powder. Pour over sliders.
- Cover with foil and bake 15 minutes then remove foil, sprinkle with everything bagel seasoning, if desired, and bake, uncovered, 10 minutes.
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