Chicken Wing Consumption to Break Records on Super Bowl Sunday Thanks to Favorable Prices

Americans are expected to eat a record-smashing 1.45 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl LVII weekend, according to the National Chicken Council (NCC)’s annual Chicken Wing Report.

The 1.45 billion mark represents a two percent jump from last year or 84 million additional wings.

NCC spokesperson Tom Super cited more favorable wing prices when compared to last year and people getting back to normal routines and heading to parties or restaurants and bars for the jump in wing consumption...

Smashburger® Unveils New Menu Item with Launch of Chicken Wings

In time for football season, Smashburger®, the better burger fast casual restaurant, has introduced a new line of chicken wings, offering three new wing flavors that span from spicy to savory. Available for a limited time at participating locations nationwide starting today, the wings are freshly made to order, and hand tossed with BBQ, Scorchin' Hot or Garlic Rosemary. To 'kick off' the launch, Smashburger will offer a special promotion from Tuesday, October 4 through Friday, October 7, giving guests a free order of wings with any...

Pizza Nova Introduces New Chorizo Sausage, Chorizo-Themed Pizzas and Italian Chicken Wings Recipe

Pizza Nova, one of Ontario’s leading artisan pizza makers, launches this month a series of new menu options including a chorizo sausage topping featured on two Signature pizzas and Garlic Parmesan Wings. The assortment of new menu options was inspired by the company’s pursuit of innovation, authentic, rich taste and offering a diversity of quality menu choices to its customers.

“We strive to bring menu items to the market that will stand the test of time,” said Domenic Primucci, president of Pizza Nova. “Our additions are..."

This Week in Retail: Super Bowl Sales Wrap Up; Latest CPI Data 

The Super Bowl is within arm’s reach and grocers this week are promoting party-centric items including finger foods, frozen pizzas, and beverages. An estimated 184.5 million U.S. adults plan to cheer on the Cincinnati Bengals and Los Angeles Rams this Sunday evening, according to a National Retail Federation survey.

Seafood and beef each secured nearly 33% of promotional activity this week, according to the Urner Barry retail survey. Chicken climbed to 11.4%, up from 9.2% last week. Pork cuts were about even with recent weeks and had a 19% share of retail buying opportunities. 

The National Retail Federation reports that a combined 35% of football fans are planning on either throwing a party or attending a party for the big game this year. In the latest 15 years, 67% to 82% of total spending for the Super Bowl has been allocated towards food and beverages, according to NRF data. Chicken is likely to be a highly sought-after item in the meat case and grocers are anticipating an influx of spending on both fresh and frozen wings...

"Boneless" on Valentine's Day? Wingstop Has You Covered

Wingstop is celebrating those who are proudly single this Valentine's Day – flipping the switch from couples in love, to the self-love that only a flavor fix can provide. On Feb. 14, Wingstop is rewarding singles who embrace their Boneless Valentine's Day with a promotion of $0.70 boneless wings and orders of regular Thigh Bites – juicy, breaded, bite-sized boneless chicken – for $4.49.

With over 1,600 locations worldwide, Wingstop's made-to-order, sauced-and-tossed wings are reliable – never ghosting and incapable of heartbreak...

Make A Winning Game Plan this Sunday with Free Wings from Applebee’s

Sports fans are going to want to tune in for this, for a limited time only, Applebee’s® Neighborhood Grill + Bar is offering free wings and free delivery for everyone’s favorite Sunday of the year. Whether watching the game with friends or keeping it low-key, skip the hassle of meal prep and get 20 free Boneless Wings with any purchase over $40 via Applebee’s Delivery and To Go.*

To claim these must-have Boneless Wings, guests can visit Applebees.com or the Applebee’s mobile app...