Taco Cabana launches QuesoMania and new MargaritaPalooza flavors

Taco Cabana is retired some flavors and adding new ones to their popular MargaritaPalooza margaritas. Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.

Taco Caba na is excited to announce several new food and beverage items coming to its locations throughout Texas beginning Wednesday August 26, 2020. The popular restaurant chain is launching ‘QuesoMania’ and expanding its MargaritaPalooza flavor offerings. (Taco Cabana, 2020)

With the launch of QuesoMania, guests can enjoy three new and delicious loaded queso options. Quesos are available for purchase in size small or large for $2.99 or $4.29 respectively in the following flavor combinations:

Queso with corn, cotija cheese and Taco Cabana Hot Sauce
Queso with chorizo, beans and jalapenos
Queso with ground beef and pico de gallo

Due to overwhelming demand, Taco Cabana is also extending its MargaritaPalooza offerings, replacing six current flavors with six new flavors. As of this week, the Frose, MojitoRita, Prickly Pear, Passion Fruit and Star-Spangled Banner Margarita flavors will be retired. Starting August 26, 2020, Taco Cabana will launch six new margarita flavors, including:

Green Apple
Pineapple Chamoy
Tamarindo
Spicy Guava
Sangria
Strawberry Mango

The Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Blue Curacao, Mangonada and Watermelon margaritas will remain available for purchase as part of MargaritaPalooza and the popular Dr Pepper margarita will also be available upon request. $2 margaritas are available for purchase all day, every day at locations in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston and San Antonio.

Guests can add chamoy to any TC margarita for no charge as well make any margarita a Jose Cuervo for an additional $2. Margaritas are available via online ordering for front counter and curbside pick-up, as well as via the drive-thru with food purchase. Margaritas are also available for delivery via online ordering in San Antonio only.

MYTC! loyalty guests who complete the TC MargaritaPalooza Tour – purchasing all 12 flavors by September 30, 2020 – will see their name on the TC MargaritaPalooza Virtual Wall. Download the MYTC! app to join and start earning points on all alcohol and food purchases.

To continue the celebration around MargaritaPalooza, Taco Cabana will also launch its Drive-Thru Weekend Fiestas starting Saturday, August 29, 2020. The fiestas will take place every Saturday and Sunday and will feature a special weekend-only menu, Taco Cabana MargaritaPalooza collectible cups available for $1, music and more. See below for the MargaritaPalooza Drive-Thru Weekend Fiesta offers, available Saturdays and Sundays only.

Any margarita + 3-pack of Flautas – $5.99
Any margarita + any Soft Taco – $4.00
Any two margaritas + 6-pack of Flautas – $9.99
Any four margaritas + Kickin’ Nachos – $13.99

Taco Cabana is also asking guests how they MargaritaPalooza at home by conducting a MargaritaPalooza At Home promotion launching tomorrow, August 26, 2020. Guests who post a photo or video to Facebook or Instagram showing how they MargaritaPalooza at home while enjoying Taco Cabana menu items, tag @tacocabana, and include the hashtag #TCMARGARITAPALOOZA in their post will have a chance to be featured in an upcoming Taco Cabana TV spot or social media post.

“The response to MargaritaPalooza has been unbelievable and we’re very excited to expand our margarita flavor offerings for our guests. To complement our $2 margaritas, we’re looking forward to the launch of QuesoMania as well. We invite everyone to Taco Cabana to try all the new items and to be a part of MargaritaPalooza Drive-Thru Weekend Fiestas.” – Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO, Rich Stockinger

Celebrate National Dog Day with Whataburger and San Antonio Humane Society

Celebrate National Dog Day this Wednesday August 26 with Whataburger. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

This National Dog Day, Whataburger and the San Antonio Humane Society are partnering to host ‘The Ulti-Mutt Pooch Party’ for dog lovers everywhere. (Whataburger, 2020)

Set for Wednesday August 26,from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Whataburger’s YouTube channel, the live-stream celebration will feature adoptable pets, pool playtime with pups of all shapes and sizes, plenty of dog-friendly cake eating, an orange-and-white striped doghouse and maybe even a shout out to cats. Whataburger will also be launching their new pet collection that day, details coming soon.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Now with more than 800 locations across the country, Whataburger continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

Celebrate National Dollar Day at Taco Cabana

This weekend, in celebration of National Dollar Day, Taco Cabana will offer its popular bean and cheese tacos for only $1. This offer is valid on Saturday, August 8, 2020 only. Guests can enjoy Taco Cabana’s iconic bean and cheese taco, without any limit on the number purchased, by using code Codedollarbc. (Taco Cabana, 2020)

In conjunction with Tax Free Weekend this Friday, August 7 through Sunday, August 9,

Taco Cabana is also offering $5 off any purchase of $10 or more by using code Codetxfreewk. Offer excludes purchase of alcohol or gift cards.

Guests age 21 years or older are encouraged to pair their $1 bean and cheese taco or Tax Free Weekend purchases with one of Taco Cabana’s 12 signature $2 margarita flavor options. Join the fun of MargaritaPalooza with flavors such as Lime, Strawberry, Mango, Blue Curacao, Mangonada, Watermelon, and others. Guests have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost and Jose Cuervo tequila is available for a $2 additional cost.

Taco Cabana continues to sell Lime, Strawberry and Mango margaritas on-the-rocks by the gallon to-go for $34.99 and Blue Curacao for $36.99. Starting Saturday, August 8, guests can make their margarita gallon purchase a Jose Cuervo gallon for an additional $14.

These offers are valid at all Texas locations in Austin, Dallas/Fort Worth, El Paso, Houston and San Antonio and are available via online ordering, drive-thru, curbside pick-up and delivery. Alcohol delivery is only available in San Antonio. Dine-in service is not available at this time. Offers cannot be combined.

Taco Cabana, a subsidiary of Fiesta Restaurant Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: FRGI), was founded in 1978. The brand specializes in Tex-Mex-inspired food including fajitas, quesadillas, flautas, enchiladas, burritos, tacos, flour tortillas and a selection of made-from-scratch salsas and sauces. Restaurants feature open-display cooking, a selection of beer and tequila margaritas, patio dining and drive-thru windows. As of Jan. 1, 2020, Taco Cabana operates 146 company-owned restaurants in Texas.

Watermelon-inspired cocktails to celebrate National Watermelon Day on August 3

evomargaritas — EVO Entertainment’s Patron margarita. Courtesy photo, used with permission.

This Monday August 3 is National Watermelon Day and EVO Entertainment and Taco Cabana have watermelon-inspired cocktails to help customers celebrate accordingly. (EVO Entertainment, Taco Cabana, 2020)

EVO Entertainment – Watermelon Margarita

EVO Entertainment is making it easy to celebrate safely. Their Watermelon Margarita, made with EVO’s signature EVO Patron Barrel Select Tequila, Triple Sec, agave, fresh watermelon and fresh lime is the perfect treat to enjoy as you take in a socially distant movie in one of their theaters or enjoy one of their drive-in movies. This refreshing margarita is a great addition to any film.

Taco Cabana – $2 Watermelon Margarita

As part of Taco Cabana’s MargaritaPalooza, the popular San Antonio-based chain is offering 12 flavors of $2 margaritas, including one of their most popular – Watermelon. The beverage, perfect for celebrating National Watermelon Day, is available for drive-thru and curbside pickup throughout participating locations in Texas. The margaritas are also available for delivery in San Antonio.

Grilled Watermelon Margarita featuring Twang

If you are keeping your distance at home, or just feel like doing something a little extra when it comes to your next Margarita, check out this Grilled Watermelon Margarita by Aaron Pena, owner/bartender at The Squeezebox in San Antonio, TX. (Twang, 2020)

Ingredients:

1/2 cup fresh grilled fruit – we used grilled Watermelon
1 ounce fresh squeezed Lime Juice
¾ ounce Agave syrup – adjust to your taste
2 ounces Blanco Tequila
1 cup of Ice

Instructions:

Add all ingredients to blender on high speed
Rim glass with Twang-A-Rita Sunrise spice or your favorite Twang salt.
Pour into your rimmed glassware and enjoy!

See step-by-step tutorial.

New Whataburger gear to beat the heat this summer

whataburgeraccessories — Whataburger’s summer accessories. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

This summer, whether poolside or grilling outdoors, Whataburger has you covered with crave-worthy orange-and-white accessories and clothing. Plus, you can get them delivered right to your doorstep without any hassle. You can find new gear perfect for summer and more online. While prices vary by product, free shipping is included on orders of $50 or more. (Whataburger, 2020)

The new collection includes all the essentials needed to have fun in the sun, like a Whataburger beach towel, umbrella and pool float. Other popular items include swim trunks, UV shirts, straw hats and button-down shirts.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 700 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

Taco Cabana offering delivery and curbside pickup for alcoholic beverages

tacocabanamargaritas — Photo: Taco Cabana, used with permission.

Update:

For the first time ever, Taco Cabana is offering curbside pickup for alcoholic beverages at all Houston and San Antonio locations, and delivery of alcoholic beverages from all San Antonio locations. Information about specific delivery locations and ordering options is available online.

Taco Cabana is excited to announce the launch of MargaritaPalooza. Beginning Friday, July 3, the popular restaurant chain will feature 12 margarita flavors that will be available for purchase all day and every day at participating Texas locations in San Antonio, Austin, Houston, Dallas/Fort Worth and El Paso. Margaritas will be available for dine-in, pick-up and drive-thru with food purchase. (Taco Cabana, 2020)

The 12 flavors include:

Lime
Strawberry
Mango
Blue Curacao
Passion Fruit
MojitoRita
Frosé
Prickly Pear
Dr Pepper
Mangonada
Watermelon
Star-Spangled Banner (a patriotic-themed blend of lime, strawberry and blue curacao)

Guests will have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost.

Taco Cabana continues to sell Lime, Strawberry and Mango margaritas on-the-rocks by the gallon to-go for $34.99 and Blue Curacao for $36.99. This weekend only, guests can purchase any two gallons of Lime, Strawberry, Mango or Blue Curacao flavors for $60.

Starting July 1, members of the MYTC! Loyalty Program can also earn reward points for each alcoholic beverage purchase, including any of the new margaritas. Additional details regarding delivery in select markets, curbside pick-up and upcoming new menu items will follow in the coming weeks.

“Taco Cabana has always been the go-to place in Texas for great margaritas. We’re excited about these new flavors and all for just $2 each. Order online for convenient pick-up or in-person at our front counter to-go or via the drive-thru. We welcome everyone to join us for MargaritaPalooza at TC…come be a part of the fiesta.” – Rich Stockinger, Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO

Culinaria expands to month long campaign to support local eateries

culinaria20 — Culinaria’s Restaurant Weeks has been expanded to a month-long campaign. Photo: Culinaria, used with permission.

This week, Culinaria announced the expansion of Restaurant Weeks to Restaurant Month, August 1-31. More than any other industry, restaurants have suffered the most significant sales and job losses since the COVID-19 outbreak. Initially the HospitALLity House focused on short-term needs by ensuring furloughed workers received a hot meal. Now, the HospitALLity Fund is a crucial part of Culinaria’s Emergency Relief efforts helping restaurants on the financial brink by assisting them in covering operating costs. (Culinaria, 2020)

Participating restaurants have $20 lunch, $45 dinner, three-course prix-fixe menus for dine-in or to go, and most also offer bar beverages for take-out. All businesses have implemented and are enforcing COVID compliant procedures and protocols for sanitizing and service. Reservations are required. A complete list of participating restaurants and information on how to donate to the HospitALLity Fund is available online. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible.

Culinaria is an independent, not-for-profit organization committed to promoting San Antonio as a premier wine and food destination while fostering community growth and enrichment. Culinaria is a registered 501 c (3) tax-exempt organization with a volunteer board of directors who represent the community and guide the organization in its mission to champion the wine and food industries.

“The mission of Culinaria has always been to promote San Antonio as a culinary destination, and, to support the restaurant and hospitality community when they need us in times of financial hardship or family emergencies, as they have been there for the community in times of hardship – natural disasters, flood and hurricane relief. So, we ask the community to give what you can to help restaurant owners keep their establishments operational. Donations are 100 percent tax deductible.” – Suzanne Taranto-Etheredge, president and CEO, Culinaria

Taco Cabana announces new MargaritaPalooza

The 12 flavors include:

Lime
Strawberry
Mango
Blue Curacao
Passion Fruit
MojitoRita
Frosé
Prickly Pear
Dr Pepper
Mangonada
Watermelon
Star-Spangled Banner (a patriotic-themed blend of lime, strawberry and blue curacao)

Guests will have the option to add chamoy to their margaritas at no additional cost.

“Taco Cabana has always been the go-to place in Texas for great margaritas. We’re excited about these new flavors and all for just $2 each. Order online for convenient pick-up or in-person at our front counter to-go or via the drive-thru. We welcome everyone to join us for MargaritaPalooza at TC…come be a part of the fiesta.” – Rich Stockinger, Fiesta Restaurant Group President and CEO

Whataburger and Pluckers Wing Bar offering Father’s Day deals

whataburgerrestaurant — Whataburger is just one of the restaurant chains offering Father’s Day deals. Photo: Whataburger, used with permission.

Just in time for Father’s Day, Whataburger is serving up a new buy one, get one deal. Now through June 28 at participating locations, guests can purchase one Honey BBQ Chicken Strip Sandwich and get a second one free. The offer is redeemable online only for quick and convenient curbside pickup or delivery. (Whataburger, 2020)

To redeem this offer, sign in to an existing Whataburger account or open a new account by downloading the free Whataburger App from the App Store or Google Play. Guests can also order online.

Whataburger has last-minute gifts for Dad – check out the new Father’s Day items and more online. While prices vary by product, free shipping is included on orders $50 or more by using the code DAD at checkout for a $5 restaurant gift card.
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Pluckers Wing Bar is thrilled to announce that this Father’s Day, Sunday, June 21, dads eat free when dining in at all locations. All dads can enjoy a complimentary entree, side and non-alcoholic beverage, up to a $15 value, from Pluckers’ extensive menu when they show their Pluckers Club or Pluckers Club Lite membership on the Pluckers mobile app upon arrival. (Pluckers Wing Bar, 2020)

Additionally, Pluckers is offering their full menu for takeout and delivery orders and dads will get a free Holy Macaroni with a $30 minimum purchase. Guests can also order online.

Pluckers menu includes such fan favorites as Fried Pickles, Holy Macaroni, the Bypass Burger topped with bacon, cheddar, grilled onions and jalapeños, and the Buffalo Chicken Sandwich. Additionally, Pluckers will offer their famous wings paired with signature sauces Buffalo, Spicy BBQ, or Spicy Ranch, along with unique flavors Fire in the Hole, Ginger Peach Sriracha, Gochujang, Spicy Mandarin and the newest flavor, Jamango Jerk.

Whataburger delivery now available in San Antonio

Whataburger has always delivered made-to-order burgers and now in San Antonio, the brand is proud to take customer favorites just a little further – right to their front door. As one of the first cities to roll out delivery, locals can conveniently satisfy their cravings with delivery as an option on Whataburger’s app and online. Orders will be delivered through a third-party service and bags will be sealed. (Whataburger, 2020)

Beginning next week, delivery will be available across Whataburger’s 10-state footprint.

How to enjoy delivery:

Place your order
Select your pickup method
Add your delivery address
Set your delivery time
Confirm and pay
Kick back and relax

Customers who create an account will also start earning rewards to get free food and gain exclusive access to amazing Whataburger deals and offers – including buy one Whataburger online, get one free at participating locations through May 25. In addition to the new delivery option, Whataburger locations will continue serving customers through the drive-thru and curbside pickup.

Whataburger has been making burgers since 1950 when Harman Dobson opened a humble hamburger stand in Corpus Christi, Texas. He wanted customers to take one bite and say, “What a burger” so he named his stand on Ayers St “Whataburger.” Whataburger now has over 800 locations across the country and continues to deliver fresh, made to order meals every day with superior customer service. Community support includes charitable giving and volunteerism to nonprofit organizations that focus on children’s charities, cancer research, hunger assistance, disaster relief and military support.

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