For the broken-hearted who are looking for a way to rebel against romance this Valentine's Day, Hooters' 'Shred Your Ex' event is the perfect option. Not only will customers get to enjoy the cathartic feeling of destroying their former lovers' picture, but they will also receive some free food to soothe the pain.
Hooters' Shred Your Ex event is a Valentine's Day special for jilted lovers. On February 14th, the restaurant is offering 10 free boneless wings -- with the purchase 10 wings -- to those who bring in a picture of their ex for shredding. For those feeling a little shy, there is an option to Shred Your Ex"online ahead of time for a digital coupon.
Back for the third year in a row, last year's Shred Your Ex promotion saw more than 18,000 people shredding photos for free wings.
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Hooters' Shred You Ex Event Rewards Jilted Lovers with Free Food
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