Burger King Sorry for 'Whopper Goddess'

Thank You For Suing Us

(NEWSER) - Taco Bell has issued yet another indignant response to the lawsuit claiming its taco meat contains little actual meat. “Thank You for Suing Us” the company snarkily proclaims in a full-page ad that’s appeared in several newspapers today, according to Pat’s Papers . Below that, the company once again asserts that its taco meat is 88% beef—with the other 12% added because “plain ground beef tastes boring.” More»

It's sure to become the new 'it' spot in no time

(NEWSER) - Just when the Double Down caused you to lose all hope in fast food, Burger King is restoring your faith with a new, classy brunch menu. Yes, you just read the words “Burger King” and “brunch” in the same sentence. Highlights of the menu, currently being tested in Massachusetts, Florida, and Canada, courtesy of Burger Business :

• Mimosas: Yes, mimosas. At Burger King. Of course, they’re not alcoholic, so the champagne is replaced by Sprite. OJ and Sprite in the morning! Yum!

First 'Whopper Bar' will open in South Beach, Miami

(NEWSER) - Burger King plans to pair beer and burgers in a new joint called the Whopper Bar in South Beach. The restaurant will offer a range of burgers, toppings and beer, with a 'Whopper Combo' costing $7.99, or about two bucks more than regular. But unless you live in a tourist hot spot, don't count of swilling beer with your fast food anytime soon. Whopper Bars will only open in South Beach, New York, Los Angeles and Las Vegas, USA Today reports. More»

Benjamin served on fast-food company's nutritional advisory panel

(NEWSER) - Burger King has paid Regina Benjamin, President Obama’s pick for surgeon general, $10,000 this year for serving on an advisory panel to the fast-food giant, the Washington Times reports. Administration reps say the Alabama physician used her position on Burger King’s nutritional advisory board to advocate for low-sodium foods and clear presentation of nutrition information, and plans to resign if and when the Senate confirms her as surgeon general. More»

Yes, they really want to 'fill your desire for something long, juicy...'

(NEWSER) - Burger King’s “edgy” ads have reached a new low, writes Cajun Boy for Gawker. The ad for its 7-inch-long burger screams fellatio—from the “piping hot beef laden with creamy mayo” to the “open mouth of a wide-eyed blond.” The slogan—“It’ll blow your mind away”—is as subtle as a sledge hammer, and the fine print is filled with heavy breathing. "Fill your desire for something long, juicy and flame-grilled with the NEW BK SUPER SEVEN INCHER." More»