McDonald’s has revealed that six popular items are returning to the menu, with the fan-favourite McSpicy making a permanent comeback.
By now, fast food fans are well used to Maccy D's introducing different limited-edition items to its ever-changing menu.
We're talking Spicy Chicken McNuggets, halloumi fries and Tiramisu McFlurries, all of which are just a few of the tasty treats people have been tucking into over the last few months.
But one of the limited-edition items fans loved the most had to be the McSpicy, right?
The McSpicy is was first introduced in late April last year, and although it seemed to prove pretty popular with people, the burger sadly didn’t stick around for very long and only enjoyed a limited run on the menu up until 6 June – until now.
McDonald’s has this week confirmed that the McSpicy is here to stay, and will join the McCrispy on the year-round menu after the latter became McDonald’s first permanent chicken burger in 15 years back in October 2022.
For those who didn’t get round to trying it the first time, the McSpicy is made up of a piece of hot and spicy 100% chicken breast in a crispy coating, with crunchy lettuce and a classic sandwich sauce, served in a sesame seed bun, and it’ll set you back just £4.79 on its own or £6.29 as a meal
The McSpicy isn’t the only burger McDonald’s is bringing back for a limited run either, as the chain has also announced that the iconic Grand Big Mac and Grand Big Mac with Bacon are returning to the menu too, starting at £4.89.
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For those looking for something equally-spicy on the side, they’ll be pleased to know that the Chilli Cheese Bites are also making a comeback.
The Chilli Cheese Bites – which first appeared in McDonald’s back in 2021, and went down a treat – will be back with a portion of four chilli cheese bites in batter and a tomato dip priced at £2.29, or £6.29 if you fancy a sharebox version.
If all that spice has got tastebuds tingling a little too much, and you’re in the need of something to cool down and finish off the meal, then luckily, the massively-popular Galaxy Chocolate McFlurry and Galaxy Caramel McFlurry will also be available to buy from this week.
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Those with a sweet tooth can took into either the full-sized or mini versions of the much-loved McFlurry.
Unlike the McSpicy though, you’ll need to act fast and get yourself down to your nearest Maccies soon if you’re keen to enjoy all of these other returning menu items, as they’re only around for a limited six-week run starting from today (15 February).
Manchester's favourite Mexican bar is about to become your newest nightlife destination in Leeds.
It's been a long time coming, but Salon Madre is officially ready to open in Leeds.
Although we may have to wait a little bit longer for Madre, the day-to-night eatery that has made waves over in Manchester and Liverpool, Salon Madre, its lively tequila bar and pool hall sibling, is officially opening on Friday 20 February.
Salon Madre, which will be located just around the corner from Madre at 114 Wellington Street, is where the party really gets started.
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Expect tequila-fuelled nights, pool tables, lively DJs and Lucha Libre on the big screens.
There will also be plenty of tacos being flung out the kitchen to keep you going until the early hours.
If you’ve ever visited one of their venues in Manchester or Liverpool, you’ll know it’s an absolute riot and we can’t wait to welcome them to the city.
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Co-founder Sam Grainger, inspired by countless trips to Mexico, says: “Mexico is alive with passionate artisans and cooks, mastering everything from street tacos to regional delicacies. It’s a world where traditions blend and evolve and we’ve built that ethos into the heart of both Madre and Salon Madre.”
Madre Leeds will open soon and you can even grab yourself a free margarita by signing up to their newsletter here.
We’ll keep you up to date with their opening times but for now, we'll see you at Salon Madre for a boogie, margarita and game of pool next week.
Award-winning Leeds restaurant announces shock closure just months after opening
Clementine Hall
Emba in Leeds will be closing its doors with the owner blaming rising costs and pressure on the hospitality sector.
Back in April last year, one of Leeds' top restaurants The Owl closed its doors.
Run by renowned Chef Liz Cottam, The Owl was reimagine into Emba - a trendy restaurant tat bridged 'the gap between cosy bar and vibrant dining room'.
To open Emba, Cottam opened a Crowdfunder where supporters would be awarded with prizes such as VIP dinners and merch depending on how much they donated.
But sadly just months after opening, Emba is to close permanently.
Cottam confirmed the sad news with a statement shared with customers over the weekend, saying she was completely "heartbroken".
She said: “This is no longer the right time to own independent restaurants like Emba,” she said. “Under the current conditions they cannot survive and the recent budget confirmed what so many of us already knew: no meaningful help is coming for hospitality.
"The experience of being here and the harsh financial reality of running a business here no longer stack up.
"Being award winning, popular, admired and loved no longer means profitable and as an industry if we’re honest most of us have not truly been okay since Covid."
She signed off the statement promising to return to the restaurant world, she said: “What I do know is this, I am not done. I will keep cooking, keep creating and keep finding ways to do the thing I love.”
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