Cuisine of the Southwestern United States

Taco Bell® Celebrates Year Of Digital Acceleration By Spicing Up Rewards Program

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
Food and drink, Fast-food restaurants, Cuisine, Taco Bell, Mexican cuisine, Fast food, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican-American cuisine, Taco

"If there's one thing the Rewards program taught us in the first year, it's how eager our fans are for even more digitally enabled and personalized ways to gain access to the brand. We're excited to create a better experience for our team members and fans in the coming years -- Rewards will be a big piece of that," says Taco Bell Chief Digital Officer, Zipporah Allen. "To build on this past year's momentum, we're continuing to innovate on ways we integrate our digital platforms with restaurant designs that deliver fans the best of all-things-Taco Bell."

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  • IRVINE, Calif., July 29, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the Taco Bell Rewards * program celebrates a successful first year with more digital innovations and in-restaurant experiences for its fans.
  • Taco Bell Rewards and the Taco Bell app have never been more rewarding.
  • Sign-ups have also grown 5x more than the first month Taco Bell Rewards launched in July 2020.
  • You can also stay up to date on all things Taco Bell by following us on Facebook , Instagram , Taco Bell's Twitter , Taco Bell News' Twitter , TikTok and subscribing to our YouTube channel.

Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill Celebrates West Hartford Location with Ribbon Cutting, BOGO Specials and Gift Card Drawing

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Food and drink, Foods, Cuisine, New Mexican cuisine, Tex-Mex cuisine, Condiments, Mexican cuisine, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Salsa, Fresca, Pico de gallo

The West Harford location, the 11th Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill to open, will also offer a BOGO special all day to celebrate the opening, as well as a chance to win a $100 gift card.

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  • The West Harford location, the 11th Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill to open, will also offer a BOGO special all day to celebrate the opening, as well as a chance to win a $100 gift card.
  • Long-time Salsa Fresca employees Sarah and Lester Valdes opened the West Hartford location as the company's first official franchised location on December 1.
  • Sarah, who has been with Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill for 13 years, started at the company's very first location in 2008, and Lester was the first employee at the second location in Bedford.
  • "West Hartford welcomes Salsa Fresca Mexican Grill to our vibrant community," said Mayor Cantor.

BuzzBallz Chili Mango Is Here, and the Name Says It All!

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Food and drink, Agriculture, Cuisine, Crops, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican cuisine, Margarita, Mango, Chili pepper, Cocktail, BuzzBallz, Chili con carne

CARROLLTON, Texas, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This July, BuzzBallz/Southern Champion, LLC adds a new cocktail to their ready-to-drink line: BuzzBallz Cocktails Chili Mango.

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  • CARROLLTON, Texas, July 28, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- This July, BuzzBallz/Southern Champion, LLC adds a new cocktail to their ready-to-drink line: BuzzBallz Cocktails Chili Mango.
  • As spicy margaritas and palomas are popular right now, this chili mango cocktail fits right in with these quintessential summer drinks.
  • "I believe [Chili Mango] gives the BuzzBallz portfolio a different style of cocktail, and consumers today are always looking for something new and excitingChili Mango fits that niche," Casey says.
  • Founder and CEO Merrilee Kick shares the inspiration behind the chili mango flavor and how it came about.

Elayne Barrios's newly released "Midnight Burritos" is a delightful story of faith and the importance of family traditions

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Wednesday, July 28, 2021
Burrito, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican cuisine, Street food, Tex-Mex cuisine, Elayne, Storytelling, Food and drink, Cuisine, Regions of the United States

"Midnight Burritos" is the creation of published author Elayne Barrios, a loving mother who has had a passion for storytelling since childhood.

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  • "Midnight Burritos" is the creation of published author Elayne Barrios, a loving mother who has had a passion for storytelling since childhood.
  • Published by Christian Faith Publishing, Elayne Barrios's new book is an enjoyable narrative of familial bonds.
  • For additional information or inquiries about "Midnight Burritos," contact the Christian Faith Publishing media department at 866-554-0919.
  • Christian Faith Publishing Media Department, Christian Faith Publishing, 8665540919, [email protected]

Del Taco Expands Presence in Northern California With New Location in Roseville

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Thursday, July 22, 2021
Regions of the United States, Cuisine, Food and drink, Mexican cuisine, Street food, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Tex-Mex cuisine, Cuisine of the Western United States, Taco Bell, Del Taco, Taco, Burrito

The new location is the second Del Taco restaurant in Roseville and marks the 10th location in the greater Sacramento area.

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  • The new location is the second Del Taco restaurant in Roseville and marks the 10th location in the greater Sacramento area.
  • We are extremely well known throughout California, with many locations in the southern half of the state, so we are particularly excited to continue growing a strong presence in Northern California, said Jeff Little, Senior Vice President of Development at Del Taco.
  • Vegans and vegetariansin Roseville can also enjoy Del Taco offerings with the Beyond Tacos and Burritos made with 100 percent plant-based protein.
  • For those interested in joining the Roseville Del Taco team, the store is hiring, and open positions can be found at https://deltaco.com/careers .

Fuzzy’s Taco Shop Introduces the Hatch Green Chile Taco to its Menu for a Limited Time

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Tuesday, July 20, 2021
Retail, Restaurant, Bar, Food, Beverage, Cuisine, Food and drink, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Regions of the United States, Mexican-American cuisine, Mexican cuisine, Street food, Tex-Mex cuisine, Taco, Food Paradise, Taco Bell

Fuzzys Taco Shop announces the addition of the Hatch Green Chile Taco to its menu, available for a limited time.

Key Points: 
  • Fuzzys Taco Shop announces the addition of the Hatch Green Chile Taco to its menu, available for a limited time.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20210720005284/en/
    Hatch Green Chile Taco, available for a limited time at Fuzzy's Taco Shop.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    The Hatch Green Chile Taco features shredded spicy pork or shredded chicken with Fuzzys signature garlic sauce, avocado slices, feta and cilantro with a made-in-house Hatch green chile sauce on a warm flour tortilla.
  • Guests will be able to enjoy the new taco at all participating Fuzzy's Taco Shop locations from Wednesday, July 21 through Sunday, August 29.

Old El Paso Elevates Taco Night with New Meal Kits, Squeeze Sauces and a Tasty Rice Dish

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Monday, July 12, 2021
Retail, Family, Food, Beverage, Consumer, Mexican cuisine, Old El Paso, Tex-Mex cuisine, Songs, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican-American cuisine, Tex-Mex, Regions of the United States, El Paso, American culture, Meal

Old El Paso helps families take mealtimes to the next level with its delicious, convenient Tex-Mex meal kits, sauces and tasty new rice dish.

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  • Old El Paso helps families take mealtimes to the next level with its delicious, convenient Tex-Mex meal kits, sauces and tasty new rice dish.
  • New Old El Paso Meal Kits serve four and make mealtimes feel like an indulgence without the expense or complexity of trendy meal kits.
  • Old El Paso Squeeze Sauces come in a family-friendly squeeze bottle that makes it easy for kids and adults alike to customize taco creations with easy cleanup.
  • Old El Paso meal kits and squeeze sauces are a delicious, uncomplicated way to bring restaurant flavors home and families together without busting the budget.

The Makers of the HERDEZ® Brand Expand the HERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCE® Product Line with New Avocado Cilantro and Cilantro Lime Varieties

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Wednesday, July 7, 2021
Mexican cuisine, Cuisine, Food and drink, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Street food, Tex-Mex cuisine, Mexican-American cuisine, American cuisine, Taco, Carnitas

1 selling salsa brand in Mexico and a growing staple in kitchens across the United States, today announced the launch of two new varieties Avocado Cilantro and CilantroLime of its HERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCEline.

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  • 1 selling salsa brand in Mexico and a growing staple in kitchens across the United States, today announced the launch of two new varieties Avocado Cilantro and CilantroLime of its HERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCEline.
  • "Following the successful introduction of the HERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCE product line in 2018, we've been hard at work perfecting the next additions," said Giselle Olson, brandmanager of the HERDEZbrand.
  • HERDEZis growing faster than any other brand in the taco sauce category, with theHERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCEleading the charge.
  • HERDEZ TAQUERIA STREET SAUCE Avocado CilantroHerbaceous cilantro and creamy avocado meld together for a delightful, tangy infusion that's sure to spice up steak and carnitas tacos.

BIG3 Names Taco Bell® Its Official Restaurant Partner

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Wednesday, June 30, 2021
Fast-food restaurants, Food and drink, Cuisine, Taco Bell, Fast food, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican cuisine, Mexican-American cuisine, Taco, The League

LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the BIG3 announced that Taco Bell will be joining the league as the official restaurant partner.

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  • LOS ANGELES, June 30, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --Today, the BIG3 announced that Taco Bell will be joining the league as the official restaurant partner.
  • As part of the collaboration, Taco Bell will focus activations on the league's innovative brand-new "Bring the Fire" rule.
  • And we're excited to partner with BIG3 to do just that," said Chief Brand Officer Nikki Lawson at Taco Bell Corp. "Bringing the fire is in Taco Bell's DNA.
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Taco Bell® Tests A Naked Chalupa With A Crispy Plant-Based Shell That's More Than Meats The Eye

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Wednesday, June 23, 2021
Food and drink, Cuisine, Cuisine of the Southwestern United States, Mexican cuisine, Tex-Mex cuisine, American cuisine, Taco Bell, Taco, Chalupa, Nachos, Del Taco

Meet the Naked Chalupa with a Crispy Plant-Based Shell, a new menu innovation that gives vegetarian and veggie-curious fans everywhere reasons to shell-ebrate.

Key Points: 
  • Meet the Naked Chalupa with a Crispy Plant-Based Shell, a new menu innovation that gives vegetarian and veggie-curious fans everywhere reasons to shell-ebrate.
  • The Naked Chalupa with a Crispy Plant-Based Shell is currently testing at only one Taco Bell location (2222 Barranca Pkwy, Irvine, California) until June 27, 2021, while supplies last.
  • The Naked Chalupa with a Crispy Plant-Based Shell joins previous one-restaurant tests, including Crispy Chicken Wings in July 2020, Crispy Cheese Dippers and Crispy Cheese Nacho Fries in March 2021 and, most recently, the Cravetarian Taco in April 2021.
  • You can also stay up to date on all things Taco Bell by following us on Facebook , Instagram , Taco Bell's Twitter , Taco Bell News' Twitter , TikTok and subscribing to our YouTube channel.