Introduction to the Engagement Celebration
It was the engagement heard ‘round the world — and food brands are hopping on the betrothal bandwagon by discounting their wares.
On Aug. 26, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce announced they are engaged to be married, and Swifties around the globe have fully leaned in to the joy of the moment.
Reactions from Food Brands
Among those Swifties are chain restaurants, which have taken the opportunity to weigh in: Starbucks admitted its PSL drop was overshadowed; Panera and Auntie Anne’s punnily posted; and Buffalo Wild Wings offered to cater the wedding.
Discounts and Freebies
There are also some food brands who took the happy news to offer tasty discounts and freebies — like Krispy Kreme, who offered free doughnut rings for two hours on Aug. 26.
Food Deals and Specials
Here are all the food deals and specials being offered in honor of Swift and Kelce’s “Love Story”:
California Pizza Kitchen
Starting Aug. 29, California Pizza Kitchen is offering customers heart-shaped pizzas to celebrate T & T’s upcoming nuptials. For 13 days — Swift’s lucky number — CPK guests can order an “It’s a Love Story Pizza,” featuring a heart-shaped thin crust pizza in any flavor (starting at $17.99), available for a limited time for dine-in and takeout.
Papa Johns
If you share a name with the bride- or groom-to-be, you win. On Aug. 27 only, Papa Johns is giving $13 worth of free Papa Dough — which can be used to get a free pizza — to every Papa Rewards member named Taylor or Travis. The bonus is available nationwide in-store, online and on the Papa Johns app, and it must be used by 12 a.m. EST.
Olipop
Olipop announced on Instagram that customers can take an extra 13% off any new or existing subscription order by using code LOVERS13. This is on top of its 15% subscription discount, which means redeemers will get 28% off any one subscription order “from now until forever.”
DoorDash
Starting Aug. 27, DoorDash is offering Swifties 13% off their DoorDash order with the code THIRTEEN, for a limited time.
Portillo’s
Portillo’s perks members can score a free small Onion Rings with a purchase of $1.13 or more. The offer is only valid for seven days and is limited to one redemption per customer.
Sonny’s BBQ
In honor of Swift and Kelce’s Instagram caption (“Your English teacher and your gym teacher are getting married”), Sonny’s BBQ is offering a BOGO BBQ Sandwich deal of Pork, Pulled Chicken or Turkey Sandwiches to all teachers dining in on Aug. 27 and 28. They just need to show a valid faculty ID to redeem it.
Conclusion
The engagement of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce has brought joy to fans around the world, and food brands are celebrating by offering discounts and freebies. From heart-shaped pizzas to free doughnut rings, there are plenty of ways to indulge in the happy news.
FAQs
- Q: What is the offer from California Pizza Kitchen?
A: California Pizza Kitchen is offering heart-shaped pizzas for 13 days, starting Aug. 29. - Q: How can I get free Papa Dough from Papa Johns?
A: Papa Rewards members named Taylor or Travis can get $13 worth of free Papa Dough on Aug. 27. - Q: What is the discount code for Olipop?
A: The discount code for Olipop is LOVERS13, which gives an extra 13% off any new or existing subscription order. - Q: How can I get 13% off my DoorDash order?
A: Use the code THIRTEEN on your DoorDash order, starting Aug. 27. - Q: What is the offer from Portillo’s?
A: Portillo’s perks members can get a free small Onion Rings with a purchase of $1.13 or more. - Q: What is the offer from Sonny’s BBQ?
A: Sonny’s BBQ is offering a BOGO BBQ Sandwich deal to all teachers dining in on Aug. 27 and 28.
