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Food & Drink

Arby’s Offers New Meal Deal with Meaty Value — Meat & 3 Box for $7.99

Arby’s has the meats…and savings! Bargain hunters are always looking for any meal deals on the menu to stretch their dining dollars. It’s one of the best ways to get multiple menu items at a discounted price. And Arby’s has just introduced its new Meat & 3 Box meal deal with big value for hungry diners on a budget. The deal includes a sandwich, sides and drink — all  for just $7.99. [Read more…] about Arby’s Offers New Meal Deal with Meaty Value — Meat & 3 Box for $7.99

Posted by Bryan on February 17, 2026 | Updated February 17, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake

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Mardi Gras, or Fat Tuesday, commences this year on Tuesday, February 17, 2026. But while the New Orleans holiday and the city’s famous parade prove far from Denver, the Mile High City has plenty of ways to celebrate right here.

For starters, get a king cake. Next, hit up a crawfish boil and dig in like they do in the South. Or, join one of the many fetes around the city, beads and masks encouraged. Laissez les bons temps rouler! [Read more…] about Free & Cheap Mardi Gras Celebrations In Denver, Also Where To Get King Cake

Posted by MHOTC Staff on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 16, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink · Things To Do

How to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Colorado in 2026, Including The New Exploremores

Worried about getting your Thin Mint or Tagalong fix? The Girl Scouts have you covered with cookies now available in Colorado. Girls are expanding their sales methods to include online ordering and digital sales, cookie booths and direct shipped delivery. Scouts are taking digital orders now, with in-person sales starting Sunday, February 1, 2026.
[Read more…] about How to Buy Girl Scout Cookies in Colorado in 2026, Including The New Exploremores

Posted by Laura on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 16, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink

This Week! Nothing Bundt Cakes Offers Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Special for One Week

Nothing but a sweet deal here for cake lovers! Nothing Bundt Cakes has been named America’s No. 1 Favorite Food Brand for the second year in a row, according to Technomic and Nation’s Restaurant News. To celebrate and thank fans nationwide, the popular bakery is rolling out a limited-time buy-one-get-one special. [Read more…] about This Week! Nothing Bundt Cakes Offers Sweet Buy-One-Get-One Special for One Week

Posted by Bryan on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 17, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Cafe Rio Offers Unbelievable $20 Double Meal Deal — Includes Drinks and Chips & Guac!

Everyone is hungry for savings, especially when it comes to dining out. Dining out has become more expensive than ever, no matter if you’re going solo or eating out with the family. That’s why diners on a budget are always looking for a discount, promo or coupon — before they order. And one of the best (and easiest) ways to enjoy a frugal feast is with a bundled meal deal. [Read more…] about Cafe Rio Offers Unbelievable $20 Double Meal Deal — Includes Drinks and Chips & Guac!

Posted by Bryan on February 16, 2026 | Updated February 17, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Enjoy Totally Free Buttermilk Pancakes at IHOP for One Day Only

More syrup and butter, please! Mmm…fluffy, golden pancakes make everyone happy. However, FREE fluffy, golden pancakes have hungry bargain hunters doing back flips! In celebration of National Pancake Day, IHOP is serving freebie flapjacks for one day only on March 3, 2026. This is the 20th year the diner has been hosting the syrupy sweet celebration. [Read more…] about Enjoy Totally Free Buttermilk Pancakes at IHOP for One Day Only

Posted by Bryan on February 13, 2026 | Updated February 14, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day

That iconic heart-shaped box of chocolates filling grocery store displays? It may have been produced last summer, as the large manufacturers prepare their candy as much as eight months in advance. Instead, why not splurge on some good local chocolate for Valentine’s Day? We’ve put together a list of artisan chocolatiers in the Denver area, with information on how to place orders. [Read more…] about Where To Buy Handmade Chocolate In The Denver Area For Valentine’s Day

Posted by Laura on February 13, 2026 | Updated February 12, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Today! Voodoo Doughnut Offers Hex Your Ex Dolls for Special Price on Friday the 13th

Friday the 13th is a lucky day for fans of Voodoo Doughnut! The popular doughnut shop’s iconic Hex Your Ex doughnut is available for a special price for one day only — just in time for Valentine’s Day! The doughnut is the one that started it all for the iconic doughnut shop in Portland back in 2003. The raised yeast doughnut is filled with raspberry jelly and topped with chocolate frosting and a pretzel stake. [Read more…] about Today! Voodoo Doughnut Offers Hex Your Ex Dolls for Special Price on Friday the 13th

Posted by Bryan on February 12, 2026 | Updated February 13, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Third Cup Now Available! Chick-fil-A Kicks Off 2026 with Yearlong ‘Newstalgia’ Celebration — Find Golden Cup for Chick-fil-A for a Year!

Chick-fil-A is always busy for a reason. Everybody loves their chicken! And the popular restaurant is rolling out its first-ever year-long celebration in 2026 — serving up its iconic classics (chicken sandwiches!) and new menu items, as well as lots of fun surprises, throughout the year. The “Newstalgia”-inspired celebrations kick-off with a lineup that nods to Chick-fil-A’s 80-year heritage. [Read more…] about Third Cup Now Available! Chick-fil-A Kicks Off 2026 with Yearlong ‘Newstalgia’ Celebration — Find Golden Cup for Chick-fil-A for a Year!

Posted by Bryan on February 9, 2026 | Updated February 9, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food

Today! Starbucks Gives Away Free Drink for One Day Only + New Limited-Time Paper Cups & Global Bakery Items!

It’s not often Starbucks offers any deals or discounts anymore, so that make this one-day-only giveaway extra hot for Starbucks lovers and bargain hunters alike. Plus, the ubiquitous café is introducing a new dark roast brewed coffee and six globally inspired bakery items — for a limited time. It’s time to make a Starbucks run! [Read more…] about Today! Starbucks Gives Away Free Drink for One Day Only + New Limited-Time Paper Cups & Global Bakery Items!

Posted by Bryan on February 8, 2026 | Updated February 9, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!

In addition to abundant nightly happy hours — usually early and sometimes again late in the evening — a growing number of restaurants and clubs offer food and/or drink specials every week.

As you’d assume, there are many out there — too many to list. We’ve rounded up some of the best by day of the week, arranged alphabetically and have also included location (when possible.) Please know most specials are not valid on major holidays and only valid at participating locations. [Read more…] about Daily Food & Drink Specials in the Denver/Boulder Area – Updated!

Posted by MHOTC Staff on February 6, 2026 | Updated February 5, 2026 Filed Under: Food & Drink

Denny’s Offers New Slammin’ Meal Deals — Starting at $5.99

Denny’s is America’s diner — always offering a good comfort meal at a reasonable price. However, dining out is more expensive than ever before. Thankfully, the popular diner is making it more affordable with its new value menu — Slammin’ Meal Deals. Best of all, the value menu is available all day, every day — for a limited time. [Read more…] about Denny’s Offers New Slammin’ Meal Deals — Starting at $5.99

Posted by Bryan on February 1, 2026 | Updated February 1, 2026 Filed Under: Bakeries & Cafes · Food Deals

Burger King Offers $4.99 Double Cheeseburger Meal — Savings of Nearly $4!

Dining out is more expensive than ever! And that even includes the usually budget-friendly fast-food restaurants. There was a time when you could easily feed a family of four for under $20 at just about any fast-food restaurant. However, nowadays, $20 may barely be enough to feed two people! That’s why any meal deal under $5 now is truly a big deal. [Read more…] about Burger King Offers $4.99 Double Cheeseburger Meal — Savings of Nearly $4!

Posted by Bryan on February 1, 2026 | Updated February 1, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon in 2026

QDOBA will have fans howling at the moon in 2026! Is the moon really made of cheese? Well, in this case, the moon means you can enjoy lots of delicious, gooey cheese at the popular restaurant — all year long. For every monthly full moon in 2026, QDOBA is offering a big, cheesy giveaway for fans. No telescope required. [Read more…] about QDOBA Offers Free Chips & Queso for Every Full Moon in 2026

Posted by Bryan on January 31, 2026 | Updated February 2, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

Taco Bell Launches New Luxe Value Menu with 10 Popular Items, All $3 or Less

Taco Bell is entering 2026 with “new values”. Launching nationwide on January 22, 2026, the popular restaurant’s new Luxe Value Menu features 10 items priced at $3 or less — replacing the current Cravings Value Menu. The new value menu combines five new menu innovations with five fan-favorite classics, so there’s something for everyone to enjoy on a budget. [Read more…] about Taco Bell Launches New Luxe Value Menu with 10 Popular Items, All $3 or Less

Posted by Bryan on January 31, 2026 | Updated February 2, 2026 Filed Under: Fast Food · Food Deals

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