A conversation about the love for fast food, frustration over the lack of hard tacos at Mexican restaurants, and their love for Guzman y Gomez. Favorite food options at different fast food restaurants and ways to customize burritos. The cost and benefits of getting a happy meal versus a small cheeseburger meal at a fast-food restaurant. Discussion of different fast food options and their favorite menu items from various chains.
It's important to choose takeaway menu items that bring joy and satisfaction, rather than solely focusing on health.
A hack for making Guzman y Gomez meals slightly healthier is to substitute the rice in burritos for lettuce.
Deep dives
Favorite Takeaway Foods and Normalizing Indulgence
This podcast episode explores the idea of normalizing the indulgence in fast food takeaway meals. The host emphasizes that it's perfectly okay to enjoy a takeaway meal from time to time and not feel guilty. They discuss their personal favorite items from different fast food chains, such as guzman y gomez, McDonald's, and grilled. The focus is on choosing menu items that bring joy and satisfaction, rather than solely focusing on the health aspect. They encourage listeners to listen to their cravings and enjoy the full experience of fast food without feeling the need to always opt for the 'healthy' choice.
Tips for Healthier Options at Guzman y Gomez
In this segment, the host highlights a hack for making Guzman y Gomez meals slightly healthier. They suggest substituting the rice in burritos for lettuce to reduce the overall calorie intake and make it feel lighter. They also mention that the hard shell tacos are a good option due to their favorable macronutrient split and relatively low calorie count. The host talks about their preference for the hard shell tacos and how they appreciate having a gluten-free alternative. They also mention that enjoying a fast food meal should focus on fulfilling personal preferences and flavors while still being mindful of one's overall health.
The Unconventional Healthiness of a Bacon & Egg McMuffin
This part of the podcast episode focuses on a surprising fact about the Bacon & Egg McMuffin from McDonald's. The host shares that the sandwich, on its own, has a good macro split and is relatively low in calories, making it a suitable breakfast option. They suggest adding an extra egg to increase the protein content and opting to remove added oils for an even healthier choice. The host expresses their love for McFlurries and shares personal anecdotes that highlight the enjoyment and indulgence of fast food. They also briefly touch upon the variety of options available in different countries' McDonald's menus.
A gals gotta eat, and sometimes a gals gotta eat some takeaway. In this week's bonus episode, Phoebe is joined by Instagram's 'Fakeaway' Queen Bec Hardgrave to talk about some of the best and worst things you can order from some of Australia's favourite takeaway spots including McDonalds, Guzman Y Gomez and Grill'd.