Taco Bell

A Fox News Contributor's Viral $28 Taco Bell Order Isn't Inflation's Fault | Bon Appétit

"Known as a value-focused fast-food franchise typically associated with inexpensive combo meals, the chain’s reputation made a reported $28 solo lunch—used on-air as evidence of inflation—feel more like an anomaly than proof of broad price pressures. Viewers pointed out that many locations make it difficult to reach that total for a single person, and Twitter users broke down how much food $28 could buy (for example: five Crunchwrap Supremes, five Beefy 5-Layer Burritos, two orders of chips and nacho cheese, Cinnamon Twists, two orders of Cheesy Fiesta Potatoes, and five fountain sodas). The on-air surprise and social-media mockery turned the order into a punchline and prompted skepticism about using such a purchase to support sweeping economic claims, with some even questioning the spender’s financial judgment and credibility." - ByLi Goldstein