Wendy's, Takis collaborate on new spicy meal: When you can get it
Wendy's and Takis have teamed up to turn up the heat this summer.
The fast food chain announced Tuesday, June 17 it has collaborated with Takis on a limited-time meal called the Takis Fuego Meal.
The meal features the Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich and Takis-inspired Fuego Fries, according to Wendy's. The items will be available at Wendy's restaurants in the United States beginning June 20 and in Canadian locations starting June 30.
The Takis Fuego Chicken Sandwich combines Wendy's spicy chicken filet with crushed Takis Fuego chips, chili lime sauce, creamy corn spread and a cheddar cheese sauce to create a "one-of-a-kind sandwich that is equal parts spicy, crunch and savory," Wendy's said in a news release.
The Fuego Fries are Wendy's classic fries tossed in a tangy chili lime seasoning and served in a custom-made tear away bag "to allow easier access to the fries," the chain said. The sandwich and fries are available in a meal or a la carte, Wendy's said in the news release.
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For a limited time while supplies last, customers can also add a bag of Takis Fuego chips to their meal for some extra heat.
Additionally, from June 20 to July 20, customers can play Wendy's in-app game, Spice Invasion, to earn points, win prizes and be entered to win a grand prize of $10,000.
"At Wendy's, we know how to keep things spicy, and we love serving up fresh, famous collaborations that tap into consumers passion points, which made this partnership with Takis a no brainer,' said Lindsay Radkoski, U.S. Chief Marketing Officer for The Wendy's Company, in a news release. 'By joining forces with such an iconic and beloved snacking brand, we're turning up the heat and flavor in a way only Wendy's can!'
"We are beyond excited to join forces with Wendy's, a powerhouse brand that shares our passion forIntensity and Flavor,' said Sandra Kirkpatrick, U.S. Sr. Director of Marketing at Barcel USA, the parent company of Takis. "Takis fans are known for turning up the flavor—and now, we're taking it to the next level with Wendy's."
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