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The legendary McDonald’s sandwich with millions of fans that may return soon: Is the McRib coming back in November?
The classic McDonald’s sandwich, longed for by many, could be back sooner than we think. Are the rumors true?
If there’s one McDonald’s product that stirs up passion among fans, it’s the McRib. The pork patty sandwich has been absent for decades, and ever since, it has come and gone from our lives, always leaving its followers hungry for more. But there might be good news for lovers of this menu gem: rumors are circulating that the McRib could be back before the year is over.
The rise in inflation that the United States has experienced over the past year has affected fast food restaurants. The increase in prices has led to a drop in sales, and businesses like McDonald’s are trying to win back customers with new promotions like the $5 menu, the chicken Big Mac, or in this case, the possible return of one of their crown jewels.
¿What is the McRib and what is in it?
The elusive burger consists of a boneless pork patty (even though it’s shaped to make it look like there are bones in it), a homestyle bun, pickles, onions, and McRib sauce.
McDonald’s first introduced the McRib to its menu in Kansas City in 1981. But after only 5 years as a permanent item, it disappeared from our lives. Since then, it has returned intermittently and for limited-time releases, becoming a cult favorite for fans of the Golden Arches. The last time we were able to enjoy it in the United States was in November of last year. But as always, it was for a short time and in limited locations. It’s been nearly a year since then, but now reports are coming in of a return before the end of 2024.
When will the McRib be back? Please, tell me!
In fact, the McRib is available right now. There’s just one catch: it’s in the UK. Sorry to play with your emotions like that, but don’t panic. It seems that no passport will be required to enjoy it. The McRib will likely land on American soil in November 2024!
Although more locations are yet to be confirmed, during the week of Monday, November 25, the McRib will be available at McDonald’s restaurants in Topeka, Kansas. Patrick Manning, marketing supervisor for Lawrence-based Dobski & Associates, confirmed to The Capital-Journal that Topeka McDonald’s restaurants plan to sell the McRib through January 2025.
“As you know, McRib is more than a sandwich. It’s part of the culture, a legend, an event, and an annual tradition for many,” he said.
But we’re not in Kansas (anymore). Where else will it be avaliable?
Again, don’t panic. It seems likely that the McRib will also be available at other locations. Joe Erlinger, president of McDonald’s U.S., said this past June on the Today Show that the sandwich will make a comeback “later this year.”
Let’s not lose hope: the McRib will arrive, make us happy for a brief period of time, and then leave us, as it always does. And it will leave a huge void in our hearts and our stomachs. But we’ll enjoy it while it lasts. Until that moment comes, we’ll stay tuned and keep you updated on the exact locations where McDonald’s will be offering this famous sandwich.
*This article was written in Spanish and translated with the help of ChatGPT.
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