Applebees has partnered with a lip gloss maker to market a line of chicken wing flavored lip balms. Everything from Buffalo to Honey BBQ appears to be on the menu, and Applebees seems quite confident that their patrons will love the stuff.
"Applebee's is known for first dates and wings – which are one of our most popular menu items," said Applebee's Chief Marketing Officer Joel Yashinsky in a statement. "So, we partnered with the development team at Winky Lux to create these lip glosses inspired by four of our most popular wing sauces. Find your perfect shade and spice up your date night by adding a little bit of that Applebee's flavor to make each kiss even more craveable with Saucy Gloss."
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"Nuggets are on notice," Dunkin Donuts declares in a press release, while also urging sandwiches and tacos to heed their warning. The Massachusetts-based donut and coffee company is celebrating Halloween with a new Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut. A deliciously daring donut that delivers the heat with every bite, the Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut is a… READ THE REST
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