McDonald’s invites you to celebrate cherished memories with grandma this summer by indulging in the new Grandma McFlurry, available from May 21 for a limited time. This sweet treat, reminiscent of grandma’s special touch, features a delicious syrup and crunchy candy pieces blended into creamy vanilla soft serve.
Tariq Hassan, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at McDonald’s said, “Grandmas have always held a special place in our hearts, and today they’re having a major moment influencing culture inspiring trends in fashion, decor, and now, even food with our newest McFlurry. The Grandma McFlurry tastes like a trip down memory lane, and we’re excited to give our fans that experience while honoring the grandma-figure in all our lives.”
A Special Connection with Grandma
To celebrate the Grandma McFlurry, McDonald’s is offering fans another way to connect with their grandmothers. In partnership with two breakthrough artists, McDonald’s is releasing covers of classic songs. Singer-songwriter Remi Wolf will cover “How Sweet It Is (To Be Loved by You),” available on all music platforms on May 21, while Puerto Rican star Jay Wheeler will cover the iconic Latin song “Piel Canela.”
Grandma’s McFlurry Mobile
McDonald’s will also launch Grandma’s McFlurry Mobile, an ice cream truck offering a free first taste of the new Grandma McFlurry before it’s available in restaurants. On May 17 and 18, the truck will stop at various locations around New York City, including senior centers and assisted living homes, to create moments of connection between grandparents and their families.
Supporting the Elderly
In honor of this occasion, McDonald’s will donate to Little Brothers - Friends of the Elderly, a national organization dedicated to supporting older adults experiencing isolation and loneliness. Whether she is your Grams, Abuela, Oma, Lola, Halmoni, or Yiayia, recreate some of your favorite memories with McDonald's new Grandma McFlurry starting May 21, while supplies last.
Lamb Weston, McDonald’s largest French fry supplier, has adjusted its operations by closing its Connell, Washington, production plant and reducing its workforce by 4 percent, impacting around 375 employees. The move comes in response to changes in supply and demand, partially influenced by McDonald's introduction of a $5 meal deal.
"Lamb Weston is confident in the world's ongoing love of fries," said company spokesperson Teresa Paulsen, noting that the facility closure accounts for less than 5 percent of their production capacity and aims to balance the current market situation.
The $5 meal deal, which includes fries, has been extended through the end of the year, further contributing to market adjustments. Lamb Weston’s stock has declined 35 percent since January, reflecting ongoing challenges in the industry.
McDonald's India – North and East has introduced its new "Signature Collection," a range of gourmet burgers aimed at the growing premium segment. With this new lineup, the brand seeks to elevate the quick-service restaurant (QSR) experience, setting a higher standard for quality and flavor. The collection introduces a combination of carefully selected ingredients, unique toppings, and gourmet patties, offering an enhanced dining experience.
As part of the launch, McDonald's rolled out its ‘Imagined in AI’ campaign, an interactive initiative allowing customers to visualize the Signature Collection through AI-generated visuals. By combining user inputs with cutting-edge technology, the campaign also offered participants the chance to access Signature Collection rewards.
Rajeev Ranjan, Managing Director of McDonald's India - North and East, emphasized the uniqueness of the new burgers, saying, "We’ve handpicked the finest ingredients to create our Signature Collection of gourmet burgers that offer a remarkable gastronomical experience. Each burger is crafted to deliver a multi-sensorial delight with every bite."
Quality and Indulgence at McDonald's
McDonald's commitment to offering a premium experience is evident in the key features of the Signature Collection, which include:
The dining experience is further enhanced by serving the burgers with complimentary fries on a wooden paddle for dine-in customers. The crew, dressed in exclusive Signature Collection uniforms, adds an elegant touch to the overall experience.
The two offerings in the Signature Collection include:
Priced at Rs 225 for the Grand Cheese and Rs 229 for the Grand Chicken, the Signature Collection is available for dine-in, delivery through Swiggy, Zomato, or Magic Pin, as well as takeaway and drive-thru at McDonald's locations.
McDonald's Japan said it was investigating an incident involving a customer who was injured by plastic shards found inside a drink, the latest in a string of food contamination scandals, reported AFP.
The company said for the time being it closed the outlet in Osaka this week and sent a notice to 95 other restaurants that offer the kind of green tea latte frappe sold to the woman, who said she sustained injuries to her mouth.
Dozens of pieces of plastic were found inside the beverage, said a company spokesman, adding that a plastic instrument used to make the drink may have been the source.
"At this point it is just a hypothesis but we think this plastic tool slipped into a blender to make the frappe," he added. McDonald's Japan unit has been battered by a series of scandals including a human tooth found in some fries.
A Chinese supplier, last summer was found to be mixing out-of-date meat with fresh produce, sending sales plunging and forcing a rapid switch to a Thai vendor.
In April, the company announced it would renovate 2,000 of its 3,000 Japanese outlets and shut down another 130, while reducing its headcount in a bid to cut costs.
In February, it was said that it had lost a worse-than-expected 21.8 billion yen ($182 million) for 2014 -- against a year-earlier profit -- recording its first loss in 11 years.
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