* MCDONALD’S® USA AND KRISPY KREME® ANNOUNCE EXPANDED NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

Just keeping you guys in the loop…

From Krispykreme.com…

03/26/2024
Krispy Kreme to provide fresh doughnuts daily at McDonald’s restaurants nationwide; Phased rollout will begin in 2H 2024 with nationwide availability expected by the end of 2026

MCDONALD’S® USA AND KRISPY KREME® ANNOUNCE EXPANDED NATIONAL PARTNERSHIP

The Golden Arches and Krispy Kreme, one of the most beloved sweet treat brands in the world, are teaming up for a national expansion. Fans will begin spotting Krispy Kreme doughnuts in their local McDonald’s restaurants later this year as part of a phased market rollout across the country. Nationwide availability at participating restaurants is expected by the end of 2026.

Three of Krispy Kreme’s most popular doughnuts will be delivered fresh to McDonald’s restaurants every day. They’ll be available individually, or in boxes of six, starting at breakfast and lasting throughout the day – while supplies last:

The iconic Original Glazed® Doughnut: A melt-in-your-mouth doughnut covered in Krispy Kreme’s signature glaze. The doughnut that started it all.
The Chocolate Iced with Sprinkles Doughnut: A chocolatey twist on the original, dipped in chocolate icing and covered in rainbow sprinkles.
The Chocolate Iced Kreme™ Filled Doughnut: Made with a light, fluffy dough and filled with a smooth Kreme™ filling then dipped in chocolate icing.
This follows a successful test at 160 McDonald’s restaurants in the Lexington and Louisville, Kentucky areas where consumer excitement and demand exceeded expectations. These pilot restaurants will continue to serve Krispy Kreme doughnuts during the nationwide rollout.

“Since the launch of breakfast nearly 50 years ago, we’ve continued to offer new menu items, flavors and experiences that have made McDonald’s an irreplaceable part of fans’ morning routines,” said Tariq Hassan, McDonald’s USA’s Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer. “This partnership is an exciting next step in that journey and a chance to unlock new business opportunities in the breakfast category and throughout the day. Our fans’ love for Krispy Kreme runs deep, and we can’t wait to make it even easier for them to satisfy their sweet tooth at McDonald’s restaurants across the country.”

“The top request we receive from consumers, every day, is, ‘please bring Krispy Kreme to my town.’ Partnering with McDonald’s on a national scale will provide our fans and doughnut lovers unprecedented daily access to fresh doughnuts and the joy that is Krispy Kreme,” said Krispy Kreme President and CEO Josh Charlesworth.

To celebrate this sweet partnership, Krispy Kreme will give one FREE Original Glazed® Doughnut to all guests who visit U.S. Krispy Kreme shops between 5 p.m. and 9 p.m. today (Tuesday, March 26).

Krispy Kreme More Than Doubles Points of Access

“Significantly, by making Kreme Krispy accessible to fans nationwide through this partnership, we expect to more than double our points of access by the end of 2026. The partnership accelerates the development of our existing Delivered Fresh Daily channel, creating operating leverage through distribution density and production utilization,” said Charlesworth.

Krispy Kreme has been scaling its supply chain, building a support team, adding technology and new equipment, and enhancing field training to support its Delivered Fresh Daily expansion, which includes this phased rollout.

Krispy Kreme and McDonald’s will provide more details regarding the nationwide rollout in the coming months. So, get ready to sweeten up your day as these delicious treats make their way to your local McDonald’s restaurant soon!

About McDonald’s USA

McDonald’s USA, LLC, serves a variety of menu options made with quality ingredients to millions of customers every day. Ninety-five percent of McDonald’s approximately 13,500 U.S. restaurants are owned and operated by independent business owners. For more information, visit WWW.MCDONALDS.COM, and follow us on social: X, INSTAGRAM, TIKTOK and FACEBOOK.

About Krispy Kreme

Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at WWW.KRISPYKREME.COM, or on one of its many social media channels, including WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/KRISPYKREME and WWW.TWITTER.COM/KRISPYKREME.

Originally posted on May 13, 2014.

***** Sparkling ICE.

Last week…

Jeff Eats was over at the Men’s Wearhouse in Boca Raton getting a new suit for an upcoming wedding–As he was being “fitted”—it suddenly hit him like a cement balloon that if he IMMEDIATELY stopped drinking Coca Cola, Pepsi Cola, Sunkist Orange sodas…he could literally save a “ton” (pun intended) of calories. Not being a fan of Diet Coke, Diet Pepsi, Diet Sunkist Orange, Diet Anything or for that matter plain old water, Jeff Eats commenced a “search” for low calorie/no calorie “drinks” that could replace his favorite high calorie sodas/juices without him knowing it. Being a food/drink “expert” with a trained palate this seemed like an extremely daunting task.

Anyway…

Returning home that afternoon–Jeff Eats told Mrs. Jeff Eats of his “plan” and she said, “Go in the garage, open the refrigerator and you will find a whole bunch of Sparkling ICE.”

Amazing as it may sound, Mrs. Jeff Eats for the past few months had been buying/drinking Sparkling ICE (a naturally flavored sparkling mountain spring water which has ZERO calories) and Jeff Eats had never even noticed. You guys out there know exactly what I’m talking about–about the “noticed” part of this story…but that’s a story for a whole nother day.

Anyway…

In the refrigerator, Jeff Eats found 13- 17oz plastic bottles of Sparklingy ICE with the following flavors…coconut pineapple, lemonade, orange mango, black raspberry, pink grapefruit, kiwi strawberry.

To make a long story short—Quoting, The Clovers’ 1950s hit record “Love Potion No. 9″…”I closed my eyes and took a drink” and I gotta tell you that the lemonade (the first bottle Jeff Eats tried)–was absolutely-positively delicious…it didn’t taste like a diet/low calorie drink. Since that initial “try” Jeff Eats has had- all of the above flavors and they were equally as good.

Trust Jeff Eats on this one…if you are looking to save some calories blah blah blah…do yourself a huge (pun intended) favor and try Sparkling ICE.

You can check www.sparklingice.com for flavors/and other stuff. By the way, if I read the website right, Sparkling ICE currently comes in 10 different flavors.

For the record, Mrs. Jeff Eats buys “our” Sparkling ICE at Publix where those 17oz bottles go for a buck a piece.

For-you guys who maybe interested, Jeff Eats just started the “4 Day Sauerkraut Diet”—let you know if it works!

This contest started on 3/27/24. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $20 Poppies Restaurant & Delicatessen Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $20 Poppies Restaurant & Delicatessen Gift Card to give to one of you guys!

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $20 Gift Card is good at Poppies Restaurant & Delicatessen, 4900 Linton Boulevard, Delray Beach, Florida 33445 (561) 498-4900. Check poppiesdelray.com for menu/info.

Posted on July 11th, 2008

***** Poppies Restaurant & Delicatessen, 4900 Linton Boulevard, Delray Beach, Florida 33445 (561) 498-4900.

Poppies is a New York “kosher style” deli. Poppies plays” in the same South Florida market as Too-Jays, 3G’s Deli, Gourmet Deli (just to name a few)… not to mention every neighborhood bagel joint.

Poppies is open 7 days a week for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Poppies in addition to its sit-down business, does a tremendous amount of take-out and catering.

I am sure that you have a favorite South Florida– New York “kosher style” deli joint.

Trust me on this, Poppies is right up there with the best of them. Very good food…Very good prices…Terrific menu selection…Large/attractive looking joint with an excellent appetizing department.

This contest started on 3/26/24. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Krispy Kreme Doughnuts Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at any Krispy Kreme Doughnuts location. You can check krispykreme.com for locations/info.

Originally posted on October 19th, 2023.

* Gary Puckett & The Union Gap/ The Grass Roots.

TICKETS JUST WENT ON SALE!

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, both groups put on a tremendous show!

From thecentercs.com/events:

Thursday, March 28th, 2024 | 8pm

Coral Springs Center For The Arts
2855 Coral Springs Drive
Coral Springs, Florida 33065
Box Office: (954) 344-5990
Tickets: thecentercs.com/events

Two of the most iconic bands of the 1960’s and 1970’s, Gary Puckett & the Union Gap and The Grass Roots are coming together for one big night in Coral Springs! Their music continues to be played on oldies radio stations around the world, and they continue to tour and perform for their loyal fan base.

Gary Puckett & the Union Gap was a pop rock band from San Diego, California. They had a string of hit singles that included “Young Girl,” “Woman, Woman,” “Lady Willpower,” “Over You,” and “This Girl Is a Woman Now.” Their sound was characterized by Gary Puckett’s soaring vocals and the group’s tight harmonies. They were also known for their flamboyant stage costumes and elaborate choreography.

The Grass Roots was a rock band from Los Angeles, California. One of the most successful bands of the late 1960s and early 1970s, and known for their catchy melodies, lush harmonies, and driving rhythms, their timeless hit singles included “Let’s Live for Today,” “Sooner or Later,” “I’d Wait a Million Years,” “Midnight Confessions,” and “Two Divided by Love.”

Both bands continue to tour throughout the United States and Canada, and they also performed in Europe and Asia. They were staples on TV shows such as American Bandstand, Shindig!, and The Ed Sullivan Show.

Join us for an unforgettable night at The Center as they play hit-after-hit!!

This contest started on 3/25/24. This contest has a winner.

* Win A $10 Josie’s Ristorante Gift Card.

Jeff Eats got a $10 Josie’s Ristorante Gift Card to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 10 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The $10 Gift Card is good at Josie’s Ristorante, 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435, (561) 364-9601.

You guys can check menu/prices/info at Joseiesristorante.com.

Posted on June 21st, 2008

***** Josie’s Ristorante, 1602 South Federal Highway, Boynton Beach, Florida 33435, (561) 364-9601.

Josie’s Ristorante is a “mom and pop” Southern Italian Red Sauce Joint. You know the drill, soup or salad, garlic rolls, entree and a side of pasta…pizzas, subs, calzones and strombolis. Prices are neighborhood pizzeria prices…Veal parmigiana $17.99 etc.

Over the years, I have eaten at Josie’s something like 10 times…the food is real good. I especially like Josie’s interior/atmosphere, it looks like an old bar circa 1960 with dark wood tables and booths and bar area. There is also an out-door dining patio. This is a real easy going joint, so tee shirts/shorts are a pretty common site here.

Last night I ate dinner at Josie’s. I “sampled” the veal parmigiana, veal marsala, and zuppa di pesce…everything was right on the money!

If you live in Josie’s neighborhood, this is a good joint to know about…

Josie’s is open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner.

***** DISH OF THE WEEK (Sunday- 3/24/24- L-Dub Subs).

One of Jeff Eats’ favorite menu items…

12” MAMA GIZZI MEATBALL SUB
(Thursday Special- $12.95, Meatballs, Gravy, Provolone & Parmesan Cheese Toasted and finished with more Gravy)

L-Dub Subs
16 S J St.
Lake Worth
(561) 310-9171
ldubsubs.com
Latest Review: 8/21/23

This joint’s subs are absolute dynamite!

Trust Jeff Eats on this one, L-Dub Subs ranks right up there with Florida’s best sub shops!

Posted on August 21st, 2023.

***** L-Dub Subs, 16 S J St. Lake Worth, Florida 33460, (561) 310-9171.

Got a real good sub joint for you guys to check-out, L-Dub Subs in Lake Worth.

Simple tale to tell, yesterday Jeff Eats and Mrs. Jeff Eats “discovered” L-Dub Subs and I gotta tell you that the joint’s food was absolute dynamite! Order/pickup at counter, handful of inside tables/ 2 outdoor tables, reasonably priced hot & cold subs-sandwiches/ salads/sides/ daily specials menu, open Monday-Friday 11am-5pm/Saturday-Sunday 10:30am-4:30pm.

Let’s wrap-up L-Dub Subs by saying that you guys can check menu/prices/info at ldubsubs.com and – that you guys who literally write Jeff Eats every day- telling me how Publix’s subs are the best ever are silly “gooses”…

This contest started on 3/22/24. This contest has a winner.

* Win 2- $10 Target Gift Cards.

Jeff Eats got 2- $10 Target Gift Cards to give to one of you guys…

The game- the first 20 “reader-comments” received – will be entered in a “blind hat pick”! You can submit as many comments as you’d like but- Please, only 1- reader comment – per day…play fair!

The 2- $10 Gift Cards are good at any Target location (target.com for locations/info).

Originally posted on March 15th, 2024.

* ‘The Original Annie’ Andrea McArdle: Confessions Of A Broadway Baby.

JUST PICKED-UP 2 TICKETS!

Hearing absolutely dynamite things about this show!

‘The Original Annie’ Andrea McArdle: Confessions Of A Broadway Baby

Friday, March 22nd, 2024 (7:30pm)

The Studio At Mizner Park
201 W Plaza Real, Boca Raton, Florida 33432
Box Office: 561-203-3742
Tickets: thestudioatmiznerpark.com ($30-$50)

From: thestudioatmiznerpark.com:

‘The Original Annie’ Andrea McArdle: Confessions Of A Broadway Baby

In this show, Ms. McArdle mesmerizes audiences with the music of Broadway and Hollywood legends including Stephen Sondheim, Kander and Ebb, Jerry Herman, Johnny Mercer, and Charles Strouse.

With her irrefutable Broadway defining voice that won our hearts since her epic childhood, Ms. McArdle relays countless tales of her unique life of treading the boards and sings these iconic showstoppers in the way only this super talent can. She speaks with delicious honesty and humor as she charms audiences with her tales of the luminaries who have been an extraordinary part of her life. The names that flow like Streisand, Lansbury, Channing, Liberace bring us back not only to a different time, but to an era where to be a star of the stage was simply a different persuasion. Get ready for an evening of song and Broadway history. Andrea McArdle originated the title role in Annie in 1977.

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Just a taste…

Originally posted on March 4th, 2024,

* Heart & Soul- Film Screening And Q & A With Kenny Vance/ Saturday, March 23rd, 2024 7pm @ Movies Of Delray.

Tickets Just Went On Sale!

Tickets: MOVIESOFDELRAY.COM

The trailer is awesome…