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Miami Herald
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Gushers ‘all blue' snack pack hits shelves soon. Here's when you can grab a box
National Gushers 'all blue' snack pack hits shelves soon. Here's when you can grab a box Gushers is launching packs containing only the blue ones after 'overwhelming demand,' the brand said. Photo by Business Wire | General Mills Saving the blue Gushers for last is a no-brainer, if you're a fan of the beloved lunchbox snack. Now, you won't have to. Gushers All Blue, the brand's first-ever pack of all blue Gushers, will be available in stores nationwide starting this month, parent company General Mills said in a May 7 news release. The new packs feature the classic blueberry grape fruit snack, alongside a new sour blue raspberry flavor inspired by the latest candy trends on social media, the brand said. 'Fans have been asking for a box of all-blue Gushers for years, so when we saw how much love Sour Blue Raspberry was getting on TikTok, we knew this was the perfect moment to drop,' Stephanie Lensing, brand experience manager for Gushers, said in the release. Customers can grab a six-count box of Gushers All Blue for a suggested price of $4.69, the brand said. The fruit snacks were first introduced in 1992, joining Fruit by the Foot and Fruit Roll-Ups, General Mills said. 'The bite-sized flavor bombs had the surprise of a juicy liquid center that made them an instant hit,' according to the company's website. The company didn't say if the Gushers All Blue box is a limited time item or if it's here to stay. McClatchy News reached out to General Mills for more information May 7 and didn't immediately hear back. Tanasia Kenney Sun Herald Go to X Email this person Tanasia is a National Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta. She covers news out of Georgia, Mississippi and the Southeast with a focus on food, retail and consumer reporting. She's an alumna of Kennesaw State University and joined McClatchy in 2020.
Miami Herald
07-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Miami Herald
Cracker Barrel brings back ‘beloved' meals after 7-year break. What to know
National Cracker Barrel brings back 'beloved' meals after 7-year break. What to know Cracker Barrel fans will find some old favorites on the menu, but they won't stick around, the restaurant said. Photo by Cracker Barrel A Cracker Barrel fan favorite was missing from menus for seven years. Now, the 'beloved' meals are back for a limited time. Customers can find Campfire Meals and two new dessert skillets at participating Cracker Barrel locations nationwide, according to the Tennessee-based eatery. For $10.99, each dish is braised in campfire seasoning, wrapped in foil and slow cooked, Cracker Barrel said in a May 6 news release. The meals also come with a side of buttermilk biscuits and cornbread muffins. Cracker Barrel's seasonal Campfire Meals last appeared on menus in 2018 but are back for a limited time, the restaurant chain said. Photo by Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. The lineup includes three options: Campfire shrimp skillet : Grilled shrimp and andouille sausage in broth with seasoned corn and potatoes served in a cast iron skillet. : Grilled shrimp and andouille sausage in broth with seasoned corn and potatoes served in a cast iron skillet. Campfire chicken : A seasoned half chicken served with corn on the cob, red potatoes, carrots, grape tomatoes and onions in broth. : A seasoned half chicken served with corn on the cob, red potatoes, carrots, grape tomatoes and onions in broth. Campfire beef: Braised beef with vegetables and Cracker Barrel's campfire spices. The camp-inspired meals were introduced in 1997, giving customers an 'experience that recalls our favorite outdoor memories,' according to a restaurant news release. Their last limited-time run was in 2018, though the campfire chicken and shrimp skillet weren't offered. 'Our guests have been asking for us to bring back our Campfire Meals for years — and we heard them loud and clear,' Sarah Moore, chief marketing officer for Cracker Barrel, said in the release. The seasonal lineup also includes two desserts: the s'mores brownie skillet and a cinnamon roll skillet. The latter is a spin on Cracker Barrel's popular cinnamon roll pie, according to the restaurant. Campfire Meals will be available for a limited time, though Cracker Barrel didn't say for how long. Find your nearest Cracker Barrel here. Tanasia Kenney Sun Herald Go to X Email this person Tanasia is a National Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta. She covers news out of Georgia, Mississippi and the Southeast with a focus on food, retail and consumer reporting. She's an alumna of Kennesaw State University and joined McClatchy in 2020.
Miami Herald
07-05-2025
- General
- Miami Herald
Lottery player wins $275,000 jackpot at a Florida Publix. Where was ticket sold?
Florida Lottery player wins $275,000 jackpot at a Florida Publix. Where was ticket sold? Someone in Florida is holding a lottery ticket worth $275,000, officials said. MIAMI HERALD ARCHIVES A stop at Publix proved lucrative for a lottery player in Florida. The lucky winner hit the Jackpot Triple Play jackpot, scoring $275,000 in the drawing Tuesday, May 6, according to the Florida Lottery. The ticket, sold at a Publix supermarket in Jensen Beach, matched all six winning numbers. The odds of snagging the game's top prize are 1-in-3,122,273.33, per the lottery's website. The Jackpot Triple Play numbers drawn Tuesday were 3-12-17-28-32-33. The winning ticket remained unclaimed as of Wednesday, May 7, the Florida Lottery said. Winners in Florida have 180 days from the draw date to claim prizes, according to the lottery's website. Players are encouraged to sign the back of their ticket. Jensen Beach is about a 90-mile drive north from Fort Lauderdale. Many people can gamble or play games of chance without harm. However, for some, gambling is an addiction that can ruin lives and families. If you or a loved one shows signs of gambling addiction, you can seek help by calling the national gambling hotline at 1-800-522-4700 or visiting the National Council on Problem Gambling website. Tanasia Kenney Sun Herald Go to X Email this person Tanasia is a National Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta. She covers news out of Georgia, Mississippi and the Southeast with a focus on food, retail and consumer reporting. She's an alumna of Kennesaw State University and joined McClatchy in 2020.
Miami Herald
06-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Zaxbys debuts ‘giant' new menu item for the first time. Here's what to know
National Zaxbys debuts 'giant' new menu item for the first time. Here's what to know Zaxbys menu is getting a new item, though it won't stick around. Photo by Zaxby's Zaxbys newest menu item is a first for the fried chicken chain. Giant quesadillas arrived Monday, April 28, at participating Zaxbys restaurants nationwide, but they won't stick around, according to the Atlanta-based fast-food chain. It's Zaxbys twist on the classic entree, made with a trio of fried chicken 'fingerz' and cheddar jack cheese folded into a warm flour tortilla, according to a restaurant news release. Customers can pick from two varieties: Chicken bacon ranch quesadilla: three breaded chicken strips, cheddar jack cheese, bacon and ranch in a flour tortilla. Chicken fajita quesadilla: three breaded chicken strips, cheddar jack cheese, grilled onions and peppers, and Southwest ranch in a flour tortilla. Both come with a side of ranch and a small drink, Zaxbys said. Zaxbys Giant Chicken Quesadillas are available to order April 28 through July 6, the restaurant chain said. Hand-out Photo by Zaxbys It's the first time quesadillas have appeared on menus nationwide after being tested in Charlotte, North Carolina, a Zaxbys spokesperson told McClatchy News. Customers have until July 6 before they leave menus. 'At Zaxbys, we're always looking for new ways to bring the sauce through bold innovations to our menu that keep up with our Zax fans' evolving tastes,' Patrick Schwing, chief marketing officer for Zaxbys, said in the release. The restaurant isn't a stranger to putting its spin on popular foods. It previously offered chicken finger tacos and brought back its chicken Philly sandwiches for a limited time. For about $10.83, customers can get a giant quesadilla and drink combo, or order it as a standalone item for $8.83, the restaurant said. Find your nearest Zaxbys here. Tanasia Kenney Sun Herald Go to X Email this person Tanasia is a National Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta. She covers news out of Georgia, Mississippi and the Southeast with a focus on food, retail and consumer reporting. She's an alumna of Kennesaw State University and joined McClatchy in 2020.
Miami Herald
06-05-2025
- Business
- Miami Herald
Publix rolls out ‘most popular' ice creams by the pint, adds two new flavors
Florida Publix rolls out 'most popular' ice creams by the pint, adds two new flavors Publix is launching a new 'everyday' pints collection featuring fan-favorite ice creams, along with new lactose-free options. Photo by Publix Fans of Publix ice cream can now enjoy their favorite flavors by the pint. The grocery chain is now selling some of its 'most popular' flavors in pint sizes, alongside four new lactose-free options, Publix said in a May 5 news release. The 'everyday' flavors lineup is available in stores and includes: Barnie's coffee: Barnie's coffee-flavored ice cream with real milk and cream. Chocolate Trinity: Chocolate ice cream, swirls of Mackinac fudge and mini fudge cups. Cookies & cream: Sweet ice cream and chocolate sandwich cookie pieces. Moose Tracks: Vanilla ice cream, peanut butter cups and swirls of Mackinac fudge. 'These everyday pints represent our most popular flavors in our half-gallon size,' the supermarket said. Two new flavors — chocolate and chocolate and vanilla crunch — will arrive in the freezer aisle this summer, according to Publix. Pricing information wasn't immediately available. Those with lactose intolerance can also enjoy Publix's popular ice cream, now available in quart sizes. The new lactose-free flavors include: Caramel toffee: Caramel-flavored ice cream, chocolate caramel swirls and toffee pieces. Cookies 'n cream: Vanilla ice cream and chocolate sandwich cookie pieces. Pineapple banana: Pineapple banana ice cream and fruit. Chocolate peanut butter pretzel: Chocolate peanut butter ice cream, cocoa, peanuts and cocoa-covered pretzels. Find your nearest Publix here. This story was originally published May 6, 2025 at 12:08 PM. Tanasia Kenney Sun Herald Go to X Email this person Tanasia is a National Real-Time reporter based in Atlanta. She covers news out of Georgia, Mississippi and the Southeast with a focus on food, retail and consumer reporting. She's an alumna of Kennesaw State University and joined McClatchy in 2020.
