Skip to content
Search

Latest Stories

McDonald’s May menu unveiled with 2 brand-new additions and fan favourites

McDonald’s advises customers to try the new and returning items before they are rotated out

McDonald’s

One of the standout newcomers this May is the 'Frozen Cherry Lemonade'

Getty

McDonald’s has confirmed its updated menu for May 2025, bringing a selection of new and returning food and drink items to its restaurants across the UK. The revised offering includes sweet treats, savoury snacks, and limited-edition beverages, available nationwide from Wednesday, 7 May.

New and returning beverages

McDonald\u2019s For fans of the popular biscuit, Lotus Biscoff, McDonald’s is bringing back two indulgent drinksMcDonald’s


One of the standout newcomers this May is the Frozen Cherry Lemonade, priced at £2.99. This tangy, chilled drink blends traditional frozen lemonade with a cherry-flavoured swirl, ideal for warmer weather.

For fans of the popular biscuit, Lotus Biscoff, McDonald’s is bringing back two indulgent drinks: the Biscoff McFlurry and the Biscoff Frappe.

  • The Biscoff McFlurry features crumbled Lotus Biscoff biscuit swirled into McDonald’s signature soft serve. It is priced at £2.29 for a regular size and £1.69 for the mini version.
  • The Biscoff Frappe, costing £3.09, combines a vanilla-flavoured base with ice and Biscoff crumbs, topped with caramel-flavoured cream and a sprinkling of Biscoff biscuit.

Main meals and burgers

McDonald\u2019s McDonald’s is introducing a new Frank’s RedHot Mayo DipMcDonald’s

Making a comeback to the menu is the Steakhouse Stack, a hearty burger featuring two 100% British and Irish beef patties, cheddar cheese, crispy onions, red onions, and fresh lettuce. It is finished with a black peppercorn sauce and served in a glazed sesame bun. The burger is available on its own for £5.99.

Also returning is the McSpicy X Frank’s RedHot Burger. This spicy option includes a chicken breast fillet coated in a crispy, hot seasoning, along with lettuce, cheese made with Emmental, jalapeños, slivered onions, and Frank’s RedHot Mayo, all inside a sesame seed bun.

  • The burger alone is priced at £5.99, while a medium meal version is available for £7.99.

Additionally, McDonald’s is introducing a new Frank’s RedHot Mayo Dip, described as creamy, tangy, and fiery. This standalone dip can be added to any meal for an extra 50p.

Wraps and vegetarian options

The Katsu Chicken One wrap will remain available throughout May. Customers can choose between crispy or grilled chicken, paired with katsu curry sauce, crispy onions, cucumber, and lettuce, wrapped in a warm toasted tortilla.

  • This wrap is priced at £3.49, with a promotional discount available on Wednesdays, reducing the price to £1.99.

Sides and snacks

Another item remaining on the menu is the Cheesy Garlic Bread Dippers. These consist of mozzarella cheese infused with garlic and chives, coated in ciabatta-style breadcrumbs, and served with a tomato dip.

  • A portion of four dippers is priced at £2.49.
  • For larger groups, a sharebox version is available for £6.59.

Availability and timeframe

All items from the May menu will be available for a limited time only, beginning on Wednesday, 7 May. McDonald’s advises customers to try the new and returning items before they are rotated out as part of the regular seasonal menu changes.

This May refresh continues McDonald’s tradition of introducing themed and seasonal items to complement its core menu, with a mix of nostalgic favourites and bold new flavours aimed at catering to a wide variety of tastes.

More For You

M&S launches strawberries

M&S’s latest offering taps into both tradition and innovation

The Wire

M&S launches strawberries and cream sandwich ahead of Wimbledon

Summary

  • M&S unveils limited edition strawberries and cream sandwich for £2.80
  • Inspired by Japanese 'sweet sandos', it features Red Diamond strawberries and whipped cream cheese
  • Available in stores now, found in the savoury sandwich aisle
  • Launch coincides with Wimbledon and British strawberry season
  • Wimbledon increases strawberries and cream price for first time in 15 years

New summer sandwich from M&S

Marks & Spencer has launched a limited edition M&S strawberry sandwich, combining classic British summer flavours with a Japanese twist. Priced at £2.80, the strawberries and cream sandwich is available in M&S stores now.

The dessert-style sandwich features M&S’s exclusive Red Diamond strawberries, whipped cream cheese, and sweetened bread. Despite its sweet contents, the product is found in the savoury sandwich section of M&S Food halls.

Keep ReadingShow less
Big Arch burger

McDonald’s introduces the Big Arch burger in the UK

MEN

McDonald’s brings 'iconic' Big Arch burger to UK, fans delighted about 'surprises'

McDonald’s has added a new item to its UK menu – the Big Arch burger. Described by the company as a “new icon,” the burger was unveiled through McDonald’s UK’s official Instagram page as part of a limited-time promotional menu.

The Big Arch includes two beef patties, slices of white cheddar cheese, crispy onions, shredded lettuce, crunchy pickles, and a newly formulated signature sauce. It is served in a soft bun scattered with poppy seeds, a departure from the sesame-seed buns typically used in McDonald’s burgers.

Keep ReadingShow less
Anne Burrell Dies at 55: A Fiery Icon of Culinary Television

She remained a central figure on the network, co-hosting the long-running 'Worst Cooks in America'

Getty Images

Celebrity chef Anne Burrell dies aged 55, remembered for fiery spirit and TV legacy

Chef and television personality Anne Burrell, best known for her work on Food Network, has died at the age of 55. Her family confirmed her death in a statement on Tuesday, 17 June 2025, in Brooklyn, New York. No cause of death was given.

Burrell gained widespread recognition for her energetic television presence, signature blonde hair and bold culinary style. Over the years, she became a household name in American food media, with a career spanning restaurants, television, and publishing.

Keep ReadingShow less
Chef Sultan Al‑Mahmood Reveals Stress‑Free Cooking Tips

Chef Sultan Al-Mahmood from the Grande Restaurant in London

Instagram/ thegrande_stratford

MasterChef Sultan Al-Mahmood shares expert tips for stress-free cooking

It may be an essential life skill, but for many, cooking at home can feel intimidating – especially for beginners.

With the cost-of-living crisis, more people are choosing to prepare their own meals and experiment with dishes in their kitchens. Others, inspired by restaurant dishes, social media trends and the rise in home cooking during Covid-19, are now looking to improve their own culinary skills.

Keep ReadingShow less
Dubai Chocolate Craze Triggers Allergy Alert in UK : FSA

The treat first gained popularity in 2021

iStock

Dubai chocolate craze raises allergy concerns, warns FSA

The Food Standards Agency (FSA) has issued a warning over the safety of certain pistachio-filled chocolate bars known as “Dubai chocolate”, amid growing popularity in the UK. The agency says some rogue imports could pose health risks, especially to those with allergies.

Allergen risk from mislabelled imports

Although many of the products being sold are safe, the FSA has found several chocolate bars that lack proper ingredient labelling or include potentially dangerous additives. The agency said some of these products do not comply with UK food safety standards and may not clearly highlight allergens, which is a legal requirement.

Keep ReadingShow less