I assume you can scratch this Taco Bell/Doritos itch at the Taco Bell in the Hudson Mall or the Taco Bell in the Newport Mall.  So many options! shortformblog: Taco Bell: What happens when a company banks its entire brand on a Doritos shell? “Think Outside the Bun” no more: The world’s most popular fake-Mexican restaurant, feeling a little nervous after a decade in decline, a number of sanitation crises, rumors that their meat is fake, and the rise of Chipotle, is planning a ton of major changes to its brand, starting with a new slogan, ”Live Más” (a.k.a. “Live More” for non-Spanish speakers). It’s also trying out a Chipotle-styled model on a regional basis, with the possibility of going national next year. They’ve also been working on a breakfast menu. But the thing that they think is going to push them over the edge? A taco with a Doritos shell. Seriously. The company claims to be taking some cues from McDonald’s, which is on an upswing. Are you willing to give them a second chance? (photo by Robert Hanashiro/USA Today)

I assume you can scratch this Taco Bell/Doritos itch at the Taco Bell in the Hudson Mall or the Taco Bell in the Newport Mall.  So many options!

shortformblog:

Taco Bell: What happens when a company banks its entire brand on a Doritos shell?

“Think Outside the Bun” no more: The world’s most popular fake-Mexican restaurant, feeling a little nervous after a decade in decline, a number of sanitation crises, rumors that their meat is fake, and the rise of Chipotle, is planning a ton of major changes to its brand, starting with a new slogan, ”Live Más” (a.k.a. “Live More” for non-Spanish speakers). It’s also trying out a Chipotle-styled model on a regional basis, with the possibility of going national next year. They’ve also been working on a breakfast menu. But the thing that they think is going to push them over the edge? A taco with a Doritos shell. Seriously. The company claims to be taking some cues from McDonald’s, which is on an upswing. Are you willing to give them a second chance? (photo by Robert Hanashiro/USA Today)

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thedailywhat: You Want ‘Em, You Got ‘Em of the Day: To celebrate South Park’s 15th season, Comedy Central and Frito-Lay are working together to bring one of the show’s staple snacks — Cheesy Poofs — to life. The cheese-flavored puffs will be officially unveiled this week at Comic-Con, after which they will sold at Wal-Mart for $2.99 a bag. [nyt.]

thedailywhat:

You Want ‘Em, You Got ‘Em of the Day: To celebrate South Park’s 15th season, Comedy Central and Frito-Lay are working together to bring one of the show’s staple snacks — Cheesy Poofs — to life.

The cheese-flavored puffs will be officially unveiled this week at Comic-Con, after which they will sold at Wal-Mart for $2.99 a bag.

[nyt.]

Attention Slurpee lovers!  It’s a beautiful day in to save a couple bucks and turn your mouth blue. thedailywhat: PSA of the Day: Guess whose birthday it is today! No, not yours. Close, tho. It’s 7-Eleven’s! And you know what that means: Free Slurpees all around! Get thee to the nearest 7-Eleven to claim your complimentary cup of rebranded ICEE. (While supplies last. Offer void where today’s date is 11/7.) [7eleven.]

Attention Slurpee lovers!  It’s a beautiful day in to save a couple bucks and turn your mouth blue.

thedailywhat:

PSA of the Day: Guess whose birthday it is today! No, not yours. Close, tho. It’s 7-Eleven’s! And you know what that means: Free Slurpees all around! Get thee to the nearest 7-Eleven to claim your complimentary cup of rebranded ICEE.

(While supplies last. Offer void where today’s date is 11/7.)

[7eleven.]