If your late-summer routine includes a “Tims run” and a little wizarding-world nostalgia, Tim Hortons just gave you a reason to detour. To celebrate its new Harry Potter-inspired collaboration — complete with themed menu items, merch, limited-edition packaging, and plenty of fan-service easter eggs — Tim Hortons has transformed one Toronto restaurant into a full Back to Hogwarts-themed takeover.

The pop-up-style experience is open now at 815 Caledonia Rd. in Toronto, and it’s only around for a limited time.

A magical makeover, inside and out

The first thing you’ll notice is the exterior: the familiar Tim Hortons façade has been replaced with a bold Harry Potter x Tim Hortons design inspired by the collaboration’s limited-edition packaging.

Step inside and the theme goes even harder. The restaurant features celebratory displays inspired by moments from the Harry Potter film series, including:

• Platform 9 ¾-inspired elements
• A Hogwarts Great Hall vibe
• A Sorting Hat-themed photo opportunity for guests

Tim Hortons says the goal is to make fans feel like they’ve entered the wizarding world the moment they arrive.

“We want Harry Potter fans to be able to imagine that they have stepped into the wizarding world the moment they arrive for their Tims Run,” said Hope Bagozzi, Chief Marketing Officer for Tim Hortons.

The Harry Potter magic is rolling out across Canada, too

Even if you can’t make it to Toronto, Tim Hortons locations across Canada are leaning into the Back to Hogwarts energy — timed to the seasonal tradition and the 25th anniversary of the Harry Potter film brand, according to the release.

Here’s what’s available (while supplies last, and at participating locations):

Hogwarts House Donuts (pick your House)

Tim Hortons is offering four House-themed donuts:

• Gryffindor Strawberry Cheesecake Donut
• Slytherin Chocolate Pistachio Donut
• Ravenclaw Blueberry Donut
• Hufflepuff Lemon Meringue Donut

And yes, there are Golden Snitch Caramel Timbits — plus a limited-edition Golden Snitch Timbits Holder.

Colour-changing cups that reveal Patronuses

Order select cold drinks and you’ll get a temperature-activated cup that reveals a trail of Patronuses when filled.

Featured drinks include:

• Patronus Sparkling Quenchers (customizable with lemonade, protein dairy beverage, or frozen)
• Forbidden Forest Iced Tea Quenchers (available at participating restaurants where fountain beverages are served)

Collectable merch and limited-edition gift cards

In addition to the Golden Snitch Timbits Holder, participating restaurants will carry limited-edition “25 Years of Magic” gift cards.

Harry Potter Trivia Night (Aug. 28)

On Aug. 28, participating Tim Hortons restaurants will host a Harry Potter Trivia Night to commemorate the 25th anniversary of the first film and the kickoff of Back to Hogwarts.

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Tims Rewards contest: win a trip to London

From Aug. 17 to Sept. 6, Tims Rewards members who order and scan (in-restaurant, in the app, or on TimShop.ca) will be entered for a chance to win one of two grand prizes: a Harry Potter VIP experience for two in London, England.

Contest details are listed at www.timhortons.ca/harrypotter.

Limited-edition packaging with easter eggs

Tim Hortons is also rolling out limited-edition Harry Potter packaging across select items, including:

• Single-item donut boxes
• Multi-pack donut boxes
• 10-pack and 20-pack Timbits boxes
• Cold beverage cups

The packaging is designed to be more than just collectible — it’s packed with hidden references for fans.

If you’re in Toronto: here’s the play

If you can swing it, the 815 Caledonia Rd. takeover is the kind of limited-time brand experience that’s built for photos, fandom, and a quick treat run that feels like an event. Between the Sorting Hat photo moment and the themed menu lineup, it’s basically a mini Back to Hogwarts celebration — with coffee.

And if you’re not in Toronto, the House donuts, colour-changing cups, trivia night, and limited-edition packaging give you plenty of ways to join the fun from your local Tims.

Source: Tim Hortons Canada

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Taco Bell is serving up a taste of 2016 with the nationwide return of four nostalgic favorites, including the Naked Chicken Chalupa, Beefy Crunch Burrito, Meximelt and Caramel Apple Empanada.

The limited-time lineup, officially called the Decades #TBTB Menu, arrived at participating Taco Bell restaurants nationwide on August 20. It marks the third installment of the chain’s Decades Menu campaign, which brings discontinued and memorable items back for another run.

Four familiar favorites return

Leading the 2016-inspired menu is the Naked Chicken Chalupa. Instead of a traditional tortilla, the item uses a crispy, seasoned all-white-meat chicken shell filled with cheddar cheese, lettuce, diced tomatoes and Avocado Ranch Sauce.

The Naked Chicken Chalupa is priced at a suggested $5.99. It is also included in a $9 Discovery Luxe Box with a Cheesy Bean and Rice Burrito, Crunchy Taco, chips and nacho cheese sauce, and a medium fountain drink.

Also returning is the Beefy Crunch Burrito, a longtime fan favorite filled with seasoned beef, seasoned rice, reduced-fat sour cream, nacho cheese sauce and Flamin’ Hot Fritos. The burrito carries a suggested price of $2.79.

The Meximelt is back as well, combining seasoned beef, pico de gallo and a melted three-cheese blend inside a soft flour tortilla. Its suggested price is $2.99.

For dessert, Taco Bell has revived the Caramel Apple Empanada. The crispy pastry features warm apple pieces and caramel filling and is available for a suggested $2.99.

More than a menu revival

Taco Bell is leaning heavily into mid-2010s nostalgia beyond the food. The company is partnering with Anti Social Social Club, screen-free digital camera company Camp Snap and Divine, a six-second looping video platform inspired by the spirit of Vine.

On August 25, Taco Bell Rewards members will have an opportunity to enter a limited-time Tuesday Drop sweepstakes featuring 500 “2016 Starter Packs.” Each package includes a flannel shirt, cap and Camp Snap point-and-shoot digital camera.

Rewards members can also participate in an in-app scavenger hunt offering exclusive deals over three weeks, with a new offer scheduled each week between August 25 and September 14.

“For decades, Taco Bell has been woven into the lives of our fans, and there’s something special about revisiting the moments and experiences that made 2016 distinctly memorable,” Taco Bell North America Chief Marketing Officer Luis Restrepo said in the company’s announcement.

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Available for a limited time

The four returning items are available at participating U.S. Taco Bell restaurants for a limited time and while supplies last. Prices and participation may vary by location, and delivery orders may cost more.

For longtime customers, the promotion offers another opportunity to revisit some familiar flavors. For younger diners, it is a chance to discover why items such as the Beefy Crunch Burrito and Caramel Apple Empanada developed such loyal followings.

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Source: Taco Bell Corp. press release, August 18, 2026.

Taco Bell Newsroom: Taco Bell Brings the 2016 Vibes Back to Fans Nationwide With Decades #TBTB Menu

Related links

• Taco Bell Official Website
• Taco Bell Rewards Program
• Taco Bell Mobile App
• Taco Bell Rewards Drops
• Divine Announces Public Launch and Taco Bell Collaboration

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(Feature Impact) Hectic school mornings get much easier when breakfast is already waiting in the fridge or freezer. These Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos can be assembled in advance, frozen individually and easily reheated for quick, filling meals to keep your family going through the day.

Eggs, cheese and black beans supply protein to fuel kids for gym class or sports, while vegetables, beans and whole-grain tortillas add complex carbohydrates and fiber to stave off hunger until lunch. Breakfast burritos also make for a hearty, grab-and-go option for adults heading off to work.

One of the best things about homemade breakfast burritos is how easily they can be customized to fit each family member’s unique nutritional needs and preferences. If you’re making a batch for the whole family, prepare a basic filling and let everyone choose their own combination of ingredients. Spice fiends might want to add jalapenos or hot sauce, while vegetable lovers can pack in sauteed broccoli or diced roasted sweet potatoes. Just remember to label the different varieties separately before storing, e.g. “Mild” and “Spicy.”

Although it’s best to avoid mixing in ingredients that don’t freeze well – like avocado or fresh tomatoes – you can always serve the reheated burritos with a side of guacamole or pico de gallo for even more flavor and nutrition.

Find more school-year meal prep inspiration at Culinary.net.

Healthy Make-Ahead Breakfast Burritos

Recipe adapted from The Gracious Pantry
Prep time: 20 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Servings: 4

• 2          teaspoons extra-virgin olive oil
  
• 1          small red onion, diced
  
• 1          large red bell pepper, diced
  
• 2          cloves garlic, minced
  
• 1          cup chopped fresh spinach
  
• 1          cup cooked black beans
  
• 1/2       teaspoon ground cumin
  
• 1/2       teaspoon smoked paprika
  
• 4          tablespoons salsa
  
• salt, to taste
  
• pepper, to taste
  
• 6          large eggs
  
• 2          tablespoons unsweetened almond milk, water or dairy milk
  
• 4          large whole-grain tortillas
  
• 1/2       cup shredded Mexican cheese blend

1. In pan over medium heat, heat olive oil. Saute onion, bell pepper and garlic until soft, 4-5 minutes. Add spinach and cook until wilted.
2. Stir in cooked black beans, cumin, smoked paprika, salsa and salt and pepper, to taste. Remove from heat.
3. Whisk eggs with milk or water. In nonstick skillet over medium heat, scramble until just set; avoid overcooking. Season lightly with salt and pepper, to taste.
4. Lay tortillas flat. Divide eggs, veggie-bean mixture and cheese across each. Roll into burritos then toast, seam side down, in dry skillet to seal.
5. Remove from pan and let cool. Wrap in parchment then foil. Freeze up to 2 months.
6. To reheat, remove foil and parchment. In microwave or oven, heat until warmed through.

Notes: To prevent tortillas from becoming soggy, let filling cool to room temperature before assembling burritos.

Burritos can be warmed from frozen or, for best results, thawed overnight in refrigerator before reheating.

Photo courtesy of Unsplash

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Culinary.net

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