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Feb 12, 2015
Jan 31, 2015
Not Lovin' It: McDonald's Set For Menu Revamp
Sky.com - We haven't been lovin' it - and now McDonald's is planning drastic changes to try and tempt back customers.
The fast food chain reported falling earnings and sales for a fourth consecutive month on Friday.
Its answer? Customised burgers and sandwiches, among other changes, to try and compete with rivals such as Chipotle and Subway.
There will be more local menu choices and customers could soon be able to order with mobile devices.
As well as changes to its menu, the chain plans to slow down new restaurant openings in some markets.
However, McDonald's expects sales to remain weak while it deals with the fallout from a food safety scandal in China, global economic uncertainty and shifting tastes.
CEO Don Thompson said: "January comparable sales are expected to be negative and results are expected to remain pressured, particularly in the first half of the year."
Fourth-quarter net income dropped 21% to $1.1bn (£732m), while revenue fell more than 7% to $6.57bn (£4.3bn).
Global sales at established restaurants were down 0.9%.
McDonald's has 36,000 restaurants worldwide. It will open 1,000 more this year - down from 1,300 in 2014.
The fast food chain reported falling earnings and sales for a fourth consecutive month on Friday.
Its answer? Customised burgers and sandwiches, among other changes, to try and compete with rivals such as Chipotle and Subway.
There will be more local menu choices and customers could soon be able to order with mobile devices.
As well as changes to its menu, the chain plans to slow down new restaurant openings in some markets.
However, McDonald's expects sales to remain weak while it deals with the fallout from a food safety scandal in China, global economic uncertainty and shifting tastes.
CEO Don Thompson said: "January comparable sales are expected to be negative and results are expected to remain pressured, particularly in the first half of the year."
Fourth-quarter net income dropped 21% to $1.1bn (£732m), while revenue fell more than 7% to $6.57bn (£4.3bn).
Global sales at established restaurants were down 0.9%.
McDonald's has 36,000 restaurants worldwide. It will open 1,000 more this year - down from 1,300 in 2014.
Oct 11, 2014
Will new McDonald's burgers cost $10?
Foxnews.com - People want better burgers.
And McDonald’s is responding to the rally cry for fast casual food by rolling out premium toppings at several Australia locations.
“McDonald’s is innovating and changing again to meet the needs of our customers,” Andrew Gregory, McDonald’s Australia CEO, told news.com.au. “What we’re really doing here is simply what our customers have asked us to do.”
The new system called “Create Your Taste” allows diners to construct customized burgers with toppings beyond lettuce and tomatoes. Diners order meals through an iPad like touch screen which minimizes error from human interaction. From there, choose toppings like eggs, grilled mushrooms and pineapple, and even guacamole. Diners can even choose between different buns and a variety of spices.
Most add-ons are free but some cost up to $1 AU each, meaning your premium built McDonald’s burger could easily $8 or more in the near future. Add fries and a drink and you’re pushing $10.
McDonald’s plans to expand its premium ordering system to all 900 Australia restaurants.
Australians may be lovin’ it but will Americans?
McDonald's has been testing a similar "Create Your Taste" test in Southern California locations. Choices include the every popular South-of-the-Border favorite guacamole for $.89. No word yet on when or if the mega-chain plans to expand its premium offerings eastward.
Is America ready for pricier McDonald's burgers?
“McDonald’s is innovating and changing again to meet the needs of our customers,” Andrew Gregory, McDonald’s Australia CEO, told news.com.au. “What we’re really doing here is simply what our customers have asked us to do.”
The new system called “Create Your Taste” allows diners to construct customized burgers with toppings beyond lettuce and tomatoes. Diners order meals through an iPad like touch screen which minimizes error from human interaction. From there, choose toppings like eggs, grilled mushrooms and pineapple, and even guacamole. Diners can even choose between different buns and a variety of spices.
Most add-ons are free but some cost up to $1 AU each, meaning your premium built McDonald’s burger could easily $8 or more in the near future. Add fries and a drink and you’re pushing $10.
McDonald’s plans to expand its premium ordering system to all 900 Australia restaurants.
Australians may be lovin’ it but will Americans?
McDonald's has been testing a similar "Create Your Taste" test in Southern California locations. Choices include the every popular South-of-the-Border favorite guacamole for $.89. No word yet on when or if the mega-chain plans to expand its premium offerings eastward.
Is America ready for pricier McDonald's burgers?
Jul 31, 2014
McDonald’s rolls out tofu McNuggets amid meat controversy
Foxnews.com - McDonald’s Japan is rolling out a brand new chicken-free nugget amid the recent controversy surrounding a U.S. owned Chinese food supplier charged with selling expired meat.
Introducing the Tofu Shinjo Nugget- a deep fried patty made with onions, soybeans, and carrots, according to the Wall Street Journal. These protein packed patties also contain fish paste so they are not free of animal byproducts.
Since ketchup and tofu aren’t exactly a proven pairing, the new nuggets will be served with a ginger-flavored sauce.
“Because it isn’t meat, it tastes a bit different. It’s a bit softer,” the spokeswoman from McDonald’s Japan told the Journal. “Calorie-wise, it is a bit lower than chicken as well.”
If these veggie-patty nuggets seem like your thing, get to a McDonald’s Japan soon- they will only be in restaurants from now until September. A box of four nuggets retails for ¥249 ($2.44).
Tainted nuggets aren’t the only new issue facing McDonald’s overseas.
In Russia, the American burger chain has been slapped with a lawsuit by food regulators in the city of Novgorod, where inspectors alleged that the company misrepresented the fat content and nutritional values of various menu items including its cheeseburgers and shakes, reports the LA Times.
On Monday, a national investigation was launched by food safety agency Rosselkhoznadzor into the possibility of illegal antibiotic-tainted cheese products being used at any of the 430 Russian franchises.
Should any restaurant location be found in violation, they would face the possibility of immediate closure.
Despite allegations, McDonald's said that is has not received any complaints about the quality of its food, and that all nutritional information had been calculated according to standards set by the government.
The Russian problems come amid strained U.S.-Kremlin relations that have seen a ban on American adoptions of Russian children last year, and a decision by fast food chain Wendy’s to leave the Russian market altogether, according to the LA Times.
Introducing the Tofu Shinjo Nugget- a deep fried patty made with onions, soybeans, and carrots, according to the Wall Street Journal. These protein packed patties also contain fish paste so they are not free of animal byproducts.
Since ketchup and tofu aren’t exactly a proven pairing, the new nuggets will be served with a ginger-flavored sauce.
“Because it isn’t meat, it tastes a bit different. It’s a bit softer,” the spokeswoman from McDonald’s Japan told the Journal. “Calorie-wise, it is a bit lower than chicken as well.”
If these veggie-patty nuggets seem like your thing, get to a McDonald’s Japan soon- they will only be in restaurants from now until September. A box of four nuggets retails for ¥249 ($2.44).
Tainted nuggets aren’t the only new issue facing McDonald’s overseas.
In Russia, the American burger chain has been slapped with a lawsuit by food regulators in the city of Novgorod, where inspectors alleged that the company misrepresented the fat content and nutritional values of various menu items including its cheeseburgers and shakes, reports the LA Times.
On Monday, a national investigation was launched by food safety agency Rosselkhoznadzor into the possibility of illegal antibiotic-tainted cheese products being used at any of the 430 Russian franchises.
Should any restaurant location be found in violation, they would face the possibility of immediate closure.
Despite allegations, McDonald's said that is has not received any complaints about the quality of its food, and that all nutritional information had been calculated according to standards set by the government.
The Russian problems come amid strained U.S.-Kremlin relations that have seen a ban on American adoptions of Russian children last year, and a decision by fast food chain Wendy’s to leave the Russian market altogether, according to the LA Times.
May 20, 2014
McDonald's is testing new seasoned french fries called Shakin’ Flavor Fries
Foxnews.com - McDonald’s says it plans to start testing seasoned french fries at select U.S. locations starting today.
The world’s biggest hamburger chain says the test of its ‘‘Shakin’ Flavor Fries’’ will take place at restaurants in northern California and St. Louis. Customers will be able to choose garlic Parmesan, spicy Buffalo or zesty ranch flavors.
McDonald’s spokeswoman Lisa McComb says the idea came from the company’s ‘‘Shake Shake’’ seasoned fries, which debuted in Hong Kong in 2005 before spreading to countries including China, India and Australia.
The website GrubGrade.com had published photos of the seasoned fries at a McDonald’s in Stockton, California, on Thursday. The packaging includes directions telling people how to pour the seasoning onto french fries in a bag and shake them.
‘‘As with all tests, we aren’t in a position to draw conclusions or make assumptions about the test since it is just beginning but we hope our customers in these two markets enjoy the new flavors,’’ McComb said in an email.
McDonald's, based in Oak Brook, Illinois, has more than 35,000 locations around the world.
The world’s biggest hamburger chain says the test of its ‘‘Shakin’ Flavor Fries’’ will take place at restaurants in northern California and St. Louis. Customers will be able to choose garlic Parmesan, spicy Buffalo or zesty ranch flavors.
McDonald’s spokeswoman Lisa McComb says the idea came from the company’s ‘‘Shake Shake’’ seasoned fries, which debuted in Hong Kong in 2005 before spreading to countries including China, India and Australia.
The website GrubGrade.com had published photos of the seasoned fries at a McDonald’s in Stockton, California, on Thursday. The packaging includes directions telling people how to pour the seasoning onto french fries in a bag and shake them.
‘‘As with all tests, we aren’t in a position to draw conclusions or make assumptions about the test since it is just beginning but we hope our customers in these two markets enjoy the new flavors,’’ McComb said in an email.
McDonald's, based in Oak Brook, Illinois, has more than 35,000 locations around the world.
Mar 1, 2014
Sep 20, 2013
Man orders every sandwich on McDonald's menu to create $140 ‘McEverything’
Foxnews.com - Every man dreams of one day achieving something great.
For Nick Chipman of Milwaukee, Wisc., he wanted achieve not just one great thing, but everything -- the McEverything.
On Monday, Chipman rolled up to the McDonald’s branch located on 66th and North Avenue in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, 30 minutes before the end of breakfast service to be sure the kitchen was fully stocked, and literally ordered every sandwich on the menu.
The grand total for his epic order of 43 sandwiches came to $143 – and with that hefty price tag came the completion of a dream.
For Nick Chipman of Milwaukee, Wisc., he wanted achieve not just one great thing, but everything -- the McEverything.
On Monday, Chipman rolled up to the McDonald’s branch located on 66th and North Avenue in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin, 30 minutes before the end of breakfast service to be sure the kitchen was fully stocked, and literally ordered every sandwich on the menu.
The grand total for his epic order of 43 sandwiches came to $143 – and with that hefty price tag came the completion of a dream.
“The number one thing on my list for two or three years now has been to make this sandwich, which I’ve dubbed the McEverything,” Chipman wrote on his blog Dude Foods.
“Now, I know that some of you are probably reading this right now and thinking to yourself ‘Man, what kind of idiot spends $143 on 43 McDonald’s sandwiches?’” He wrote. “The way I see it though is that with all the leftovers I have I’ve got all my breakfasts, lunches and dinners covered for the next week or so!”
After ordering all 43 sandwiches, Chipman went on the stack them all together using bamboo skewers. The result was a sandwich taller than most five-year-old children.
“Now, I know that some of you are probably reading this right now and thinking to yourself ‘Man, what kind of idiot spends $143 on 43 McDonald’s sandwiches?’” He wrote. “The way I see it though is that with all the leftovers I have I’ve got all my breakfasts, lunches and dinners covered for the next week or so!”
After ordering all 43 sandwiches, Chipman went on the stack them all together using bamboo skewers. The result was a sandwich taller than most five-year-old children.
"I originally anticipated it only being a couple of feet high, but as you can see from the pictures it ended up MUCH taller than that," Chipman wrote.
The hardest part of challenge? Chipman confessed that the most difficult thing was holding off from eating all the food he ordered.
"I'm a total sucker for McDonald’s sandwiches, especially their McGriddles," he added.
Chipman has garnered some attention for other weird creations, which he has posted on his blog. They include dishes like Waffle-Wrapped Bacon Chicken Wings, Sweet & Sour Chicken in a Wonton Cone and an Inside-Out Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
After this ambitious feat, it’s hard to imagine what Chipman will think of next.
The hardest part of challenge? Chipman confessed that the most difficult thing was holding off from eating all the food he ordered.
"I'm a total sucker for McDonald’s sandwiches, especially their McGriddles," he added.
Chipman has garnered some attention for other weird creations, which he has posted on his blog. They include dishes like Waffle-Wrapped Bacon Chicken Wings, Sweet & Sour Chicken in a Wonton Cone and an Inside-Out Grilled Cheese Sandwich.
After this ambitious feat, it’s hard to imagine what Chipman will think of next.
Aug 28, 2013
Feb 19, 2013
Burger King Twitter Account Hacked
Huffingtonpost.com - This is exactly why you don't give the Hamburglar your Twitter password...
Someone apparently hacked Burger King's Twitter account on Monday and changed its photo to the McDonald's logo and name "McDonalds." The hacker then claimed Burger King was sold to McDonald's, and then posted a host of raunchy messages.
The account's bio was also changed to: "Just got sold to McDonalds because the whopper flopped =[ FREDOM IS FAILURE."
The perpetrator referenced several internet hacker groups, including LulzSec, Anonymous and DFNTSC.
About an hour after the wayward tweets began, the fast food chain's account was suspended. A company spokesman told the AP that they reached out to Twitter to have the account frozen.
According to BuzzFeed, Burger King released the following statement:
It has come to our attention that the Twitter account of the BURGER KING® brand has been hacked. We have worked directly with administrators to suspend the account until we are able to re-establish our legitimate site and authentic postings. We apologize to our fans and followers who have been receiving erroneous tweets about other members of our industry and additional inappropriate topics.
Here are a few screenshots for posterity:
May 31, 2012
Finalis Miss Indonesia Keracunan, McDonald's PS Minta Maaf
Detik.com - Gerai waralaba McDonald's di Plaza Senayan (PS), Jakarta meminta maaf atas kejadian keracunan lemon tea yang dialami Dea Amelia, finalis Miss Indonesia 2012 dan rekannya Hani. McDonald's cabang PS kini tengah mencari penyebab lemon tea milik Dea dan rekannya bisa berbau kamper.
"Dengan kejadian tersebut, saya minta maaf. Nanti akan kita cari permasalahannya. Sedang kita troubleshoot permasalahannya," kata Manajer McDonalds PS, Mahendra saat ditemui di Plaza Senayan, Jakarta, Selasa (29/5/2012).
Mahendra mengaku pihaknya pun tidak tahu mengapa minuman lemon tea yang dipesan Dea bisa berbau kamper. "Nanti sedang kita cari akar permasalahannya sampai bahan makanan itu berbau kamper," jelasnya.
Namun dia mengakui bahwa di salah satu ruangan diberi kamper. Mungkin saja, kamper itu menguap sehingga terjadi kesalahan.
"Bukan di dalam makanannya, bukan di dalam lemarinya. Kita sedang mencari akar permasalahannya sedang kita troubleshoot," jelasnya.
Kasus ini pun akan dia laporkan ke atasannya. Dia berharap, tidak terjadi sesuatu pada Dea dan rekannya. Mahendra menjelaskan, dia pun sudah meminta maaf kepada Dea dan Hani.
"Saya sudah sempat minta maaf. Kata Mbak-nya nggak apa-apa. Saya hanya ngasih feedback, dia bilang gitu. Terus saya kasih teh kotak dia nggak mau, saya kasih mineral water mau," tuturnya.
Dea dan rekannya Hani dilarikan ke RS Sahid Sahirman. Dea mengalami muntah-muntah sedang Hani mengalami pusing-pusing. Keduanya sempat menikmati lemon tea di McDonald's PS sekitar pukul 16.30 WIB.
"Dengan kejadian tersebut, saya minta maaf. Nanti akan kita cari permasalahannya. Sedang kita troubleshoot permasalahannya," kata Manajer McDonalds PS, Mahendra saat ditemui di Plaza Senayan, Jakarta, Selasa (29/5/2012).
Mahendra mengaku pihaknya pun tidak tahu mengapa minuman lemon tea yang dipesan Dea bisa berbau kamper. "Nanti sedang kita cari akar permasalahannya sampai bahan makanan itu berbau kamper," jelasnya.
Namun dia mengakui bahwa di salah satu ruangan diberi kamper. Mungkin saja, kamper itu menguap sehingga terjadi kesalahan.
"Bukan di dalam makanannya, bukan di dalam lemarinya. Kita sedang mencari akar permasalahannya sedang kita troubleshoot," jelasnya.
Kasus ini pun akan dia laporkan ke atasannya. Dia berharap, tidak terjadi sesuatu pada Dea dan rekannya. Mahendra menjelaskan, dia pun sudah meminta maaf kepada Dea dan Hani.
"Saya sudah sempat minta maaf. Kata Mbak-nya nggak apa-apa. Saya hanya ngasih feedback, dia bilang gitu. Terus saya kasih teh kotak dia nggak mau, saya kasih mineral water mau," tuturnya.
Dea dan rekannya Hani dilarikan ke RS Sahid Sahirman. Dea mengalami muntah-muntah sedang Hani mengalami pusing-pusing. Keduanya sempat menikmati lemon tea di McDonald's PS sekitar pukul 16.30 WIB.
Nov 28, 2010
San Francisco Bans Happy Meals With Toys
The city's Board of Supervisors gave the measure final approval with an 8-3 vote on Tuesday. It goes into effect in December 2011.
The ordinance prohibits toy giveaways in fast-food children's meals that have more than 640 milligrams of sodium, 600 calories or 35 percent of their calories from fat.
The law also limits saturated fats and trans fats and requires fruits or vegetables to be served with each meal that includes a toy.
Supervisor Eric Mar, the measure's chief sponsor, says the ordinance will help create healthier choices to our kids."
Apr 18, 2010
McD 14045 Mengecewakan
Pada hari Kamis, 1 April 2010 pukul 10.22 WIB rekan saya memesan makanan McD untuk acara makan siang bersama di kantor melalui nomor telepon 14045. Karena kantor berada di area Cilandak, Jakarta Selatan, pesanan dilayani oleh McD Cilandak.Pada pukul 11.30 WIB anggota staf dari McD Cilandak menelepon untuk menanyakan lokasi pasti tepatnya kantor untuk keperluan pengiriman, tetapi setelah menunggu lama ternyata pesanan belum tiba juga.
Rekan saya mencoba menelepon kembali untuk menanyakan pesanannya pada pukul 12.15 WIB, dan dijawab bahwa pesanan sedang disiapkan, dan akhirnya tiba di kantor pada pukul 13.15 WIB ketika jam istirahat makan telah selesai.
Bisa dibayangkan, betapa kecewanya karena acara makan siang yang direncanakan seharusnya berjalan dengan penuh kegembiraan, berubah menjadi kekecewaan karena acara makan dilakukan dalam waktu kerja. Ternyata, nama besar McD yang menjanjikan bahwa pesanan akan dikirim dalam waktu sekitar 30 menit hanya janji kosong belaka.
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