McDonald’s Christmas miracle, Subway’s sub flub, and the power of simplicity

Extra Serving: A restaurant industry podcast · Dec 8, 2025 · 41m

On this week’s Extra Serving, NRN editor in chief Sam Oches and executive editor Alicia Kelso discuss the latest restaurant industry news, including McDonald’s big win with its Grinch Meal, Subway’s controversial Sub Club revamp, and the trend of restaurant companies pushing more for menu simplicity. First up is McDonald’s new Grinch Meal release, which came with either a Big Mac or 10-piece McNugget, plus “Grinch Salt” McShaker Fries and collectible socks. The promotion, which launched Dec. 2, has been so popular that markets are starting to sell out. Sam and Alicia discuss the promotion and…