Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals why the $5 Meal Deal won’t work — and why the dollar menu will likely never come back

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals why the  Meal Deal won’t work — and why the dollar menu will likely never come back

McDonald’s has gone all in on the meal deal wars — but a former corporate chef from the Golden Arches doesn’t think it will bring back customers. Mike Haracz, who worked at McD’s until 2019, shared on TikTok that the $5 value meal won’t turn a profit for the company. The $5 Meal Deal includes … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals the answer to a big question: Do their burgers ever get moldy?

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals the answer to a big question: Do their burgers ever get moldy?

They’re not the fast-food fountain of youth everyone thinks they are. McDonald’s burgers may seem immune to decay, given the avalanche of stories on the noshes looking im-Mac-ulate over time. However, former Golden Arches chef Mike Haracz, who regularly spills industry secrets on TikTok, declared it a huge myth in a recent clip about whether the … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals what not to order at the Golden Arches: ‘Not as good as it used to be’

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals what not to order at the Golden Arches: ‘Not as good as it used to be’

Ordering this way will McMaximize your chances of lovin’ it. Former McDonald’s corporate chef Mike Haracz, who regularly spills industry secrets about the Golden Arches, has divulged the best and worst things to order at the iconic burger monger. Haracz was the Manager of Culinary Innovation for McDonald’s US menu for four years, developing new … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals secret menu ‘monstrosity’ — and it’s a Mc-Ménage à Trois

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals secret menu ‘monstrosity’ — and it’s a Mc-Ménage à Trois

Oh, it’s bangin’?  Forcing two rival sets of protein — beef and poultry — to come together in palate-pleasing peace and mouth-watering harmony is a Mickey D’s “monstrosity” that only true fast-foodies know about.  Until now, that is.  Former McDonald’s chef Mike Haracz reveals the once cost-effective “monstrosity” burger that every McDonald’s offered on its … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s employee shares the french fries hack that all workers secretly do: ‘Literally the best thing’

Ex-McDonald’s employee shares the french fries hack that all workers secretly do: ‘Literally the best thing’

If you thought the key to the tastiest McDonald’s fries was extra salt and extra hot, you would be wrong.  According to a former Australian McDonald’s employee, there is a little-known hack that promises the most delicious chips you’ve ever tasted from the fast food joint.  TikTok user @rubyguestt hit social media this week to share a tip she’s been … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals perfect pickle McDupe — here’s where to buy them

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals perfect pickle McDupe — here’s where to buy them

They’re a chip off the old cuke. McDonald’s burgers have their share of unique qualities — anyone whose scarfed down at least a few could probably pick them out of a tasting lineup with a blindfold on. The pickle slices preferred by the fast food heavyweight have a sizable role to play in delivering that … Read more

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — they know much more about you than you’d think

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — they know much more about you than you’d think

Ever get the sinking feeling that Ronald McDonald is watching you? Well, you’d be app-solutely right.  The ballyhooed burger joint isn’t just keeping fast-foodies satisfied with its trendy milkshakes and iconic fires — it’s also keeping close tabs on each individual customer via data harvested through the McDonald’s app, so says the restaurant’s former executive chef.   … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals cheap supermarket dupe for Big Mac sauce: ‘Almost identical’

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals cheap supermarket dupe for Big Mac sauce: ‘Almost identical’

This will have fast food-aholics hitting the bottle. As the once sacred secrets of McDonald’s multibillion-dollar formula continue spilling out on social media, a former bigwig of the ballyhooed burger joint is now revealing which store-bought spread tastes eerily similar to the international brand’s top-tier tangy sauce.  “Do you want to buy Big Mac sauce from the … Read more

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals why their ketchup tastes different from Heinz

Ex-McDonald’s chef reveals why their ketchup tastes different from Heinz

In Heinz sight, McDonald’s ketchup hits different. A former executive chef for McDonald’s took to TikTok to give customers a little insight into why they’re “lovin’ it” so much. There’s been some speculation among fast-food lovers that the chain puts honey in their ketchup since it tastes different — and some would argue better — … Read more

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — why 10:30 is the ‘worst’ time to eat there

I’m an ex-McDonald’s chef — why 10:30 is the ‘worst’ time to eat there

He’s sharing his nuggets of wisdom.  Although most fast-food lovers would argue that a tasty bite from McDonald’s is a treat at any hour, the burger behemoth’s former corporate chef is virally warning happy meal munchers against patronizing the restaurant during its mid-morning transition.  “Why is 10:30 the worst time to go to McDonald’s?,” said chef Mike Haracz, … Read more