Macdonalds

[Tom17LCFC]

Maryland I can only imagine the shit they put in their food and then pass it off as "chicken"

pigeon. Seriously, after a night out, it's heaven!! They even have one outside one of the main clubs in Nottingham, that's the only reason I go to uni here!

[Guest]

Stunned to see today, whilst we stopped off for a coffee on our way to the Keys, that in the US the Quarter Pounder is no more. It's all about the Thirder Pounder.

[21st Century Fox]

Gotta laugh at how uptight some people get over this, though. If you don't like it, don't eat it. I've never liked KFC but I've never found the need to bang on about it.

Doesn't it creep you out slightly that they market directly at children because they know pester power means that instead of selling 1 meal they're guaranteed to sell 2 or 3 more because it gets parents through the doors. It's the whole foundation of their business. As responsible as most of us are there are people who feed their families that crap quite often, it goes on for generations and puts a strain on the NHS. If tobacco companies are restricted in the ways they advertise, why shouldn't fast food companies?

Also this....

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[Miquel The Work Geordie]

The McDonald's near the clock tower always smells of nappies

Probably because chavs use the place as a creche.

Horrible place.

[ozleicester]

Maccas food is simple and addictive, it contains high levels of salt and fat which the human body and mind become addicted to and crave.

The reason that sponsoring sporting event is wrong, is that it is completely contrary to what Maccas food provides. eg. Health.

They are cynical because they market directly to children to get them early "pester power" is one of the strongest tools in selling and if they link their product to the current popular, movie/tv show/sporting event, the kids drag mum and dad in.. the kids become addicted and they have clients for life.

Im amazed that no one has mentioned "supersize me" by Morgan Spurlock or "Earthlings" Find 3 hours in your life to watch and learn.

[Miquel The Work Geordie]

Maccas food is simple and addictive, it contains high levels of salt and fat which the human body and mind become addicted to and crave.

The reason that sponsoring sporting event is wrong, is that it is completely contrary to what Maccas food provides. eg. Health.

They are cynical because they market directly to children to get them early "pester power" is one of the strongest tools in selling and if they link their product to the current popular, movie/tv show/sporting event, the kids drag mum and dad in.. the kids become addicted and they have clients for life.

Im amazed that no one has mentioned "supersize me" by Morgan Spurlock or "Earthlings" Find 3 hours in your life to watch and learn.

My mum and dad used to take me virtually every Friday after school and I'm by no means a 'client for life,' in fact I wouldn't be able to mention the last time I went in one.

[Hollism]

Surprised no one as yet pointed out it's McDonald's. Not Macdonalds.

Really interesting to read the replies on here since I work at Maccies in Leicester.

I don't agree for a moment that there aren't healthy alternatives available to teens. Urban Pie in Highcross are surely more healthy than a Big Mac and not much more expensive. There's places like boots and Tesco Express (there's at least 3 of those in town now) that do meal deals. I got one today with a Ham salad Sandwich, a bag of Nik Naks and an apple juice for £2.50 from Tesco.

There is nothing wrong with McDonald's in moderation. Most sensible people know this. The most common Happy Meal sold is Nuggets + Fruit Shoot. Now I don't know all the nutritional info off the top of my head but that meal contains a Fruit Shoot which is sugar free, 4 Chicken Nuggets and about 20 fries. There's nothing wrong with rewarding a kid with that kind of meal every other month or whatever. It's the adults who come in and order the biggest burger on the menu with large fries, large 'diet' coke, and a mcflurry and then blame McDonald's for only selling unhealthy food. There are healthy options there if you look but these people don't try. If you care that much about your diet then have a 99p cheeseburger and stick a jacket potato in the oven when you get home, ey?

[Jaspa]

Surprised no one as yet pointed out it's McDonald's. Not Macdonalds.

Really interesting to read the replies on here since I work at Maccies in Leicester.

I don't agree for a moment that there aren't healthy alternatives available to teens. Urban Pie in Highcross are surely more healthy than a Big Mac and not much more expensive. There's places like boots and Tesco Express (there's at least 3 of those in town now) that do meal deals. I got one today with a Ham salad Sandwich, a bag of Nik Naks and an apple juice for £2.50 from Tesco.

There is nothing wrong with McDonald's in moderation. Most sensible people know this. The most common Happy Meal sold is Nuggets + Fruit Shoot. Now I don't know all the nutritional info off the top of my head but that meal contains a Fruit Shoot which is sugar free, 4 Chicken Nuggets and about 20 fries. There's nothing wrong with rewarding a kid with that kind of meal every other month or whatever. It's the adults who come in and order the biggest burger on the menu with large fries, large 'diet' coke, and a mcflurry and then blame McDonald's for only selling unhealthy food. There are healthy options there if you look but these people don't try. If you care that much about your diet then have a 99p cheeseburger and stick a jacket potato in the oven when you get home, ey?

Gettin sacked in the mornin', said your getting sacked in the mornin, SACKED IN THE MOOOOOOOOORNING!!!!!!!

[Hollism]

Gettin sacked in the mornin', said your getting sacked in the mornin, SACKED IN THE MOOOOOOOOORNING!!!!!!!

[Jaspa]

I thought that if you worked for MaccyDeez you got loads of free food

Why would you eat anywhere else ?

[ozleicester]

My mum and dad used to take me virtually every Friday after school and I'm by no means a 'client for life,' in fact I wouldn't be able to mention the last time I went in one.

Apologies, im not suggesting it is a guarantee...just the way they market. Get em early, the more likely they are to stay with the brand. Coke and Pepsi are classic examples, most people are either "coke or Pepsi" based on what they were first sold on.

[Captain...]

Surprised no one as yet pointed out it's McDonald's. Not Macdonalds.

Really interesting to read the replies on here since I work at Maccies in Leicester.

I don't agree for a moment that there aren't healthy alternatives available to teens. Urban Pie in Highcross are surely more healthy than a Big Mac and not much more expensive. There's places like boots and Tesco Express (there's at least 3 of those in town now) that do meal deals. I got one today with a Ham salad Sandwich, a bag of Nik Naks and an apple juice for £2.50 from Tesco.

There is nothing wrong with McDonald's in moderation. Most sensible people know this. The most common Happy Meal sold is Nuggets + Fruit Shoot. Now I don't know all the nutritional info off the top of my head but that meal contains a Fruit Shoot which is sugar free, 4 Chicken Nuggets and about 20 fries. There's nothing wrong with rewarding a kid with that kind of meal every other month or whatever. It's the adults who come in and order the biggest burger on the menu with large fries, large 'diet' coke, and a mcflurry and then blame McDonald's for only selling unhealthy food. There are healthy options there if you look but these people don't try. If you care that much about your diet then have a 99p cheeseburger and stick a jacket potato in the oven when you get home, ey?

The power that McDonalds has over places like Urban Pie is their branding, and availability, you always know the golden arches when you see them, they are able to buy up the prime locations, and how many McDonalds/BK/KFC can you think of in Leicester? How many smaller equivalents. I also wouldn't be so sure that these places are that much healthier, I don't know about Urban Pie, but certainly your sandwiches from Boots or Tesco with a packet of crisps and a coke is going to be full of salt and fat.

[Rincewind]

There's a burger place in the Shires. Supposed to be homemade and fresh. Never been in. They seem expensive. About £8 for a plain one. Why would a mother with a couple of under nines in tow pay out nearly £30 when they can satisfy the kids with a couple of Macs whilst spending less than a fiver? The £8 burgers are for the lunchtime executives out to impress a prospective client.

[Daggers]

Sixty three mother-fvcking stone

[MooseBreath]

Maccas food is simple and addictive, it contains high levels of salt and fat which the human body and mind become addicted to and crave.

The reason that sponsoring sporting event is wrong, is that it is completely contrary to what Maccas food provides. eg. Health.

They are cynical because they market directly to children to get them early "pester power" is one of the strongest tools in selling and if they link their product to the current popular, movie/tv show/sporting event, the kids drag mum and dad in.. the kids become addicted and they have clients for life.

Im amazed that no one has mentioned "supersize me" by Morgan Spurlock or "Earthlings" Find 3 hours in your life to watch and learn.

Presumably you and shrapnel are among very few people who are intelligent enough to realise that excessive consumption of McDonalds may not be healthy, and that the rest of us, and all the other parents, shouldn't be exposed to their advanced level marketing because we're just simple little sheep who will follow any commands?

[ozleicester]

Presumably you and shrapnel are among very few people who are intelligent enough to realise that excessive consumption of McDonalds may not be healthy, and that the rest of us, and all the other parents, shouldn't be exposed to their advanced level marketing because we're just simple little sheep who will follow any commands?

it would appear i have upset you, if my opinions cause you anguish i suggest you read my signature.

[Stig the Lawnmower]

There's a burger place in the Shires. Supposed to be homemade and fresh. Never been in. They seem expensive. About £8 for a plain one. Why would a mother with a couple of under nines in tow pay out nearly £30 when they can satisfy the kids with a couple of Macs whilst spending less than a fiver? The £8 burgers are for the lunchtime executives out to impress a prospective client.

yes, the great british burger, or something like that. the price difference is enormous, so is the quality - been in twice, very impressed with the quality and the bread , but might go in next time and it's shit, expensive shit at that!

[Hollism]

yes, the great british burger, or something like that. the price difference is enormous, so is the quality - been in twice, very impressed with the quality and the bread , but might go in next time and it's shit, expensive shit at that!

Handmade burger co.? Never been in but I might have to try it soon

[Captain...]

Presumably you and shrapnel are among very few people who are intelligent enough to realise that excessive consumption of McDonalds may not be healthy, and that the rest of us, and all the other parents, shouldn't be exposed to their advanced level marketing because we're just simple little sheep who will follow any commands?

Don't put yourself down mate, I am sure you could resist the lure of marketing if you really wanted to.

Anyway, it is not about intelligence, it is about, speed convenience, price and a very clever very agressive marketing strategy, they plaster those golden arches everywhere they can, they had a saturation policy in England whereby you would never be more than 15 minute drive from a Mcdonalds outlet.

and it works, you are in town, you are looking for somewhere to eat, you don't know anywhere, you will see a McDonalds and you will know what you are getting. This works in whatever town in the world you are in, the last McDonalds I went to was in Bolivia, it was weird people went in suits for their Sunday Lunch, the car park was full of Mercs and Audis. The meat was the same low grade, and it was actually quite expensive, but then it was marketed as an exclusive slice of american life. I went because I was tired hungry and I knew what I was going to get.

What annoys me is that if they put a fraction of their marketing strategy into improving the quality and nutritional value of their meals then they might actual be worth it.

[Rincewind]

If they improved the quality of the meat the price would rise. But it's true people know what they are getting. The method of cooking and serving is standard. If you go to some mid market restaurant you may not get the same chef everytime so the quality varies. All Mac chefs are trained up to the same standard to what is required for McDonald's. I may give it a go. When I am back at work I'll try the expensive one and compare the two but normally I begrudge paying a lot for a slab of meat in a bun.

I have noticed the promotion of Subway at the bottom of some of these pages by Foxestalk. I hope the mods have reviewed the nutritional value thoroughly of the products this company provides..

[Leicfox]

These are burgers...

http://www.cheeseandburger.com/

[21st Century Fox]

On a side note, has anyone else seen the film McDonalds financed in the 80's....

It's basically a ridiculously poor, rip-off of E.T. with product placement... a lot of product placement.

[Stig the Lawnmower]

Handmade burger co.? Never been in but I might have to try it soon

yeah, thats the one

[Babylon]

There's a burger place in the Shires. Supposed to be homemade and fresh. Never been in. They seem expensive. About £8 for a plain one. Why would a mother with a couple of under nines in tow pay out nearly £30 when they can satisfy the kids with a couple of Macs whilst spending less than a fiver? The £8 burgers are for the lunchtime executives out to impress a prospective client.

They should buy their children a child's burger rather than an adult one if they want it cheaper!

Don't go very often but if I had McD, BK or KFC in a row it's be Burger King I went for, much prefer the flavour and they actually attempt to put salad in it rather than one strand of limp lettuce.

If people want a McD they should make their own. Honestly a piece of piss to make with a bit of mince, some French's mustard, dill gurkin, minced onion, french dressing and mayo. Bosh.

[21st Century Fox]

They should buy their children a child's burger rather than an adult one if they want it cheaper!

Don't go very often but if I had McD, BK or KFC in a row it's be Burger King I went for, much prefer the flavour and they actually attempt to put salad in it rather than one strand of limp lettuce.

If people want a McD they should make their own. Honestly a piece of piss to make with a bit of mince, some French's mustard, dill gurkin, minced onion, french dressing and mayo. Bosh.

Definitely agree. If you need one for convenience then fair enough but if you're just craving one, you can knock together something far better in a few minutes.

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Progressive-International-HPM-1-Perfect-Burger/dp/B001C68OIG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1337947388&sr=8-2

A simple burger press is a really good investment. Mince, onion, a bit of chipotle paste, caramelise some red onions... amazing.