Pool parties, BBQ’s, reunions, oh my! There are plenty of gatherings that hopefully await us all this summer.
To celebrate, Lay’s is releasing three new limited edition flavors that will be available this week. Get ready for Chile Mango, Wavy Jerk Chicken and Summer BLT!
photo: Courtesy of Lay’s
When it comes to flavors, Lay’s has outdone itself this time. The Chile Mango contains mango and chili peppers, the Wavy Jerk Chicken is made with traditional spicy, sweet and smoky jerk flavor and Summer BLT tastes like sinking your teeth into lettuce, tomato and bacon.
To jump start the warm weather fun, you can join in on Frito-Lay’s “Let’s Summer” campaign. Head to chipsnsips.com for the chance to win summer-themed prizes that include a telescope, outdoor pop-up cinema screen, theater projector and more.
Shop these limited edition flavors at retailers nationwide for $3.79 until supplies last.
Main Event Entertainment recently announced a can’t-miss collab! The family-friendly entertainment brand is partnering up with none other than The Shirley Temple King himself—a.k.a. Instagram sensation Leo Kelly.
The Shirley Temple King Kelly is launching a brand-new line of mocktails across Main Event’s 44 centers in 17 states. Kelly’s colorful collection features three tasty drinks that are sure to become faves with your fam.
photo courtesy of Main Event Entertainment
Main Event and The Shirley Temple King’s line includes the Classic Shirley—a ginger ale, Rose’s grenadine combo with cherries and a blue sugar-coated rim. The three-drink menu also features the Cotton Candy Shirley. This sweet pick is a twist on the standard. Along with the ginger ale-esque cherry goodness, this tasty treat comes with either pink or blue cotton candy on top. The third new drink, the Floaty Shirley, comes with a coop of vanilla ice cream on top!
The drinks all come with the King’s required three maraschino cherries, a candy gummy cherry and unicorn candy bacon. Your kiddos can also add on a candy straw for even more sugary fun. The Shirley Temple King, Kelly, said in a press release, “It’s a dream come true to create my own unique line of Shirley Temples.”
Kelly added, “I had so much fun building these drinks with Main Event and they are definitely King-approved! I cannot wait for kids and families across the country to enjoy all of them.”
Find Kelly’s new line of sweet Shirley Temple drinks nationwide at Main Event locations. The maraschino-garnished menu starts at $2.99.
What’s your kiddo’s favorite meal? The foodie pros at Grubhub recently reviewed the delivery data and released their list for the Top 10 Most Popular Kids Meals in 2021.
While you might think burgers and fries are the top kid pick of the year, this staple combo wasn’t the most ordered take-out item. After the first few months of 2021, the top selection for fams with kids is the beloved BLT!
According to Grubhub’s data, the salty bacon and refreshing lettuce and tomato classic is trending at a whopping rate of +393 percent. The full list of family faves includes:
BLT sandwich (+393%)
Cheeseburger sliders (+383%)
Mini corn dogs (+375%)
French toast (+325%)
Fish & chips (+268%)
Spaghetti & meatballs (+234%)
Macaroni & cheese (+225%)
Wings (+214%)
Cheese enchilada (+164%)
Chocolate chip pancakes (+138%)
Main meals aren’t the only tasty picks families are ordering for delivery. Along with the top 10 trending kids meal orders, Grubhub also released its dessert data. The current Most Popular Kids Desserts in 2021 are (in order) cake, pie, ice cream and cookies.
Waffle irons: they aren’t just for waffles! The versatile kitchen gadget is here for your savory and sweet cravings, too. From excellent egg dishes and crispy cauliflower to crave-able cookies, these easy waffle maker recipes will take your breakfast, lunch and dinner to the next level.
Why settle for a simple tater tot waffle when you can make a tater tot waffle grilled cheese instead? This easier than easy recipe involves adding frozen tots to a waffle maker and smushing into a crispy waffle before adding your cheese and other fixings. Get the recipe at Kirbie Cravings.
You don't have to settle for soggy or greasy hash browns when you use your waffle iron. Simply pour them on and let the magic happen! They make the perfect side or add-in for your breakfast burrito. Get all the details at Averie Cooks.
You don't have to worry about perfecting your omelet flipping skills when you make it in a waffle iron! Premix your eggs, cheese and other toppings before pouring it in the waffle maker and cooking to perfection. Breakfast is done! Get the recipe at Growing Up Gabel.
French toast and waffles meet in this delightful breakfast treat. Bread is dipped in egg custard, breadcrumbs and cooked to delightful crispiness. Head to Savory Nothings to get all the instructions and ideas for dipping sauce!
Great for cool autumn nights, these cornbread waffles are a nice twist on the traditional treat. Add in your fave savory sides like bacon and cheese to make this entree-worthy recipe a complete meal. Get the recipe at My Gorgeous Recipes.
Oh, hello mac and cheese! This perfect for adults (kids, too) recipe involves chipotle mac and cheese, bacon and panko crumbs to get this to-die-for toasty treat. Get the full recipe at Kevin Is Cooking.
Trader Joe's Cauliflower Gnocchi is already a hit, but take it for a spin in the waffle maker, and it's unstoppable! Microwave the tiny pillows before adding to the iron and heat for four minutes before completely enjoying. Get the easy recipe by @bellshappyfood.
If you're looking for a quick quesadilla that offers crispiness the microwave can't offer, look no further than you waffle iron! The easy process is speedy and perfect for little ones to master in the kitchen. Find the recipe on Lovely Indeed.
Just when you thought brownies couldn't get any better! Perfect for those who love the crispy edges, this recipe involves boxed brownies and whips up in a flash. Get the recipe at Rachel Cooks.
This delightful dessert recipe doesn't require an oven! You'll use a traditional dough recipe, but cook the cookies in your waffle iron before dipping them in a homemade glaze. Get the full recipe from Sprinkles for Breakfast, then enjoy with a cup of coffee!
A warm bowl of macaroni and cheese is the ultimate comfort food. Many like to add a little something extra such as a handful of chopped broccoli or some bacon crumbles. Now Kraft has recreated this iconic staple to help you celebrate Valentine’s Day.
Put aside the heart shaped chocolate boxes and bouquets of roses. Today, Kraft Mac & Cheese is launching a limited-edition Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese for Valentine’s Day. Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese is made with the same cheesy Kraft Mac & Cheese Americans know and love, but includes a candy flavor packet to turn the mac & cheese pink and add hints of sweet candy flavor.
Lucky recipients of Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese will receive a kit including one box of Kraft Macaroni and Cheese, and one candy packet to turn the Mac & Cheese pink all delivered by Feb. 14, so they can deliciously celebrate Valentine’s Day.
To enter to win Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese and for more information please visit CandyKraftMacandCheese.com.
Share your Candy Kraft Mac & Cheese using #CandyKraftMacandCheese on Twitter @kraftmacncheese, Instagram @Kraft_MacandCheese, and Facebook @KraftMacaroniandCheese.
The holidays are all about enjoying plenty of seasonal treats, but not everything comes packed with sugar. If you’re into the more savory side of life, you’ll love Archie McPhee’s collection of weird candy canes.
With ten flavors to choose from, you can enjoy the salty seasonings of unique offerings that include ham, ketchup, clam and pizza. Oh, but there’s more! Keep scrolling to see them all.
Kale
Ketchup
Mac & Cheese
Mushroom
Bacon
Pickle
Clam
Pizza
Ham
Pho
You can shop the entire collection at Archie McPhee, where each box is $6.50 and comes with six candy canes each.
This week has been a big one for shopping. While Amazon Prime Day was a hit, Target’s Deal Days also took home the bacon when it came to screaming deals. So what did everyone buy?
Target’s no membership required sales were 2.5 times bigger than last year, and shoppers saved millions on popular items in Home, Beauty, Toys and Electronics. “As we kicked off the holiday season with Target Deal Days, guests shopped deals on thousands of items, making this our biggest and most successful Target Deal Days ever,” said Christina Hennington, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer.
As the holidays approach, it was obvious that guests started checking off their lists early. Top selling products included KitchenAid mixers, Apple Airpods and tons of toys from this year’s giant toy list.
Also not surprising, guests using Drive Up and Order Pickup skyrocketed this year, growing nearly 300 percent from last year. Holiday shopping season has officially begun!
This year, everyone is looking forward to the holidays more than ever––especially Halloween. In the spooky spirit, we’ve scoured the best and brightest new costumes that Target has to offer. Their 2020 collection is offering tons of fun options, so keep scrolling to see them all!
Baby
Taco Bell Baby Burrito (0-9M)
Keep baby cozy in this one-piece Taco Bell Baby Burrito ($49) come Halloween. Designed in a simple style, we can't get enough of the burrito "wrapper," tortilla and fillings that make this the yummiest-looking meal of all time.
Hershey Kiss (6-12M)
Satisfy your sweet tooth with this adorable Hershey Kiss costume ($35). The one-piece jumpsuit comes with a hook and loop fastener and of course the Kiss tag hat.
Baby Wolf (6-18M)
Well, isn't this the cutest little baby wolf costume ($36) ever! The set includes a plush swirl fur body, hood, and shoe covers.
Bacon (3-9M)
Sizzle in this adorable baby bacon costume ($24)! The simple one-piece getup is comfy, cozy and pretty tasty.
Toddler
Pterodactyl (2-4T)
Dino-lovers will love this pterodactyl costume ($40). The multi-piece set comes a jumpsuit, attached shoe covers and mitts.
Little Fit Miss (3-4T)
Channel your inner 80's workout with this hilarious Little Fit Miss costume ($31). The set comes with everything you need to get your sweat on, including a multi-colored suit, grey crop top, headband, wrist bands, and stuffed barbell.
Narwahl (3-4T)
It's not everyday you run into a magical narwahl ($49)! The one-piece costume is easy to wear and is new to Target's collection this year.
Build-A-Bear Cuddles Puppy (2-4T)
Now you can dress like your favorite Build-A-Bear! This sweet Cuddles puppy ($40) is new to the collection this year and includes a soft jumpsuit with matching hood and tail.
Big Kid
Grease's Sandy (S-L)
Grease is the word! This new Sandy costume ($35) comes with a jumpsuit, jacket and belt (wig not included) so your little Greaser can totally look the part.
Star Wars Torro Doza (S-L)
No matter what generation of Star Wars your kiddo loves, they'll love this new Torro Doza ($25). The officially licensed product comes with two pieces and is a great budget costume.
TMNT2 Michelangelo (S-L)
Turtle Power! This deluxe Michelangelo costume ($40) is super easy to put on and comes with two pieces.
Marvel's Thor (L)
Transform into the god of Thunder with Marvel's Thor costume ($41). The set comes with jumpsuit, boot tops, cape and headpiece.
Adaptive
Adaptive Mermaid Costumer & Wheelchair Cover
The Adaptive Mermaid wheelchair cover will take you under the sea! The $35 set includes wheel and side covers and comes with a crown to complete the look. Go all the way and get the coordinating mermaid costume ($30), which includes a dress and headpiece with thoughtfully designed openings for easy on and off wear.
Adaptive Robot Costume
This adaptive robot costume includes a helmet, top and pants. It has openings in the back, making easy to dress and wheelchair friendly for just $30. Wind up the entire family and shop the entire lineup of robot costumes Target is offering this year for a coordinated look!
Research has shown that everyone is looking forward to the fall and holidays more than ever this year, and now your tastebuds can get in on the action, too. Dunkin’ announced this week that the company is releasing their famed fall menu earlier than ever before: Aug. 19!
For a limited time, Dunkin’ is bringing back fan favorite items in addition to several new snacking options. You can start looking forward to a variety of pumpkin coffees, Apple Cider-flavored treats and pumpkin baked goods.
photo: Courtesy of Dunkin’
Brand new menu items for this year include:
Signature Pumpkin Spice Latte
Chai Latte
Stuffed Bagel Minis
Stuffed Bagel Minis in plain and everything topping
Steak & Cheese Rollups
Maple Sugar Seasoned Snackin’ Bacon
Looking for your fave treat from last year? Returning items are:
Pumpkin Flavored Coffees
Apple Cider Donut and MUNCHKINS® Donut Hole Treats
Pumpkin Donut, MUNCHKINS® Donut Hole Treats, and Muffin
Summer is almost here. That means more time playing and less time cooking. COVID has got us all cooking at home more. But on those occasions when you just don’t want to take a break from all of the play to cook lunch or dinner, these are the pizza places you can turn to. Offering curbside and delivery, these are the Portland pizzerias you can turn to when making a meal is off the table.
Apizza Scholls
Offering 18″ to-go orders only, Apizza Scholls is a family favorite. From salads to antipasti to dessert, there’s plenty of options for families with varied tastes. You can build your own pie or choose from a list of favorites like the Amatriciana made with whole milk mozzarella, grana padano, lite sauce/chili flake/herbs/garlic, and house cured bacon & red onion. The Apizza Amore is sure to become a family favorite with tomato sauce, mozzarella (whole milk & fresh), grana padano, fresh garlic, extra virgin olive oil & fresh basil after bake plus Capicola.
This establisment has made delivery easy. You can order up your pie through any of the most popular apps like Uber Eats, Chow Now, Caviar, Postmates and Grubhub. Your family can enjoy whole pies like the Garden harvest which is packed with all of your favorite veggies, or the Farmers which has cured bacon, red onion, mozzarella and more.
This local favorite is offering free delivery for locations within three miles of Mississippi Pizza. This area is roughly from NE Columbia Blvd to HWY 84, NE Greeley to NE 33rd. For orders outside this zone they continue to offer delivery through Caviar. Choose from veggie, Margherita, The King (Fresh Basil, parmesan, balsamic reduction drizzle), or the Penelope’s Pie (Caramelized onion sauce, spinach, beets, artichoke heart, parmesan).
This popular spot delivers handcrafted meat, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and whole wheat pies out of six Portland locations. They also deliverhandcrafted meat, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and whole wheat pies out of all of their Portland shops. We promise, you won’t be disappointed with their tasty slices. And there’s something for everyone in your crew. No one goes hungry when Hot Lips is on the job.
Break the monotony of home cooking with Pizzicato’s irresistible pizza, a combination of Jambon, Fig, Gruyère, caramelized onion, and fresh thyme. Or, choose from three additional new specials, and rest assured that they are focused on the safetof their food preparation, pick up and delivery. Your family has options with this special spot. There’s everything from the Just Cheese to the classic Pepperoni to the Barbecue Chicken. Is your mouth watering yet? Ours it.
This spot is open for curbside pickup and delivery from all of its Portland locations. With a huge selection of specialty options, from the Ol’ Dirty (salami, ricotta, olive oil, and pepperoncinis) to the Vegan Angel of Doom ( vegan “mozzarella”, fresh jalapeños, pineapple, shaved almonds and fresh cilantro) there’s something for everyone in your crew.
