McDonald’s puts its drive-thru on wheels

If you’re in a hurry, getting lunch at the drive-thru is a convenient way to get your fast food. But what if that wasn’t convenient enough for you? Well, McDonald’s isn’t going to wait for you to come to its brick-and-mortar; rather, it’s taken the initiative…
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Daniel Swanick
June 23, 2017
Food & BeverageMarketingVideo

Brushstroke cakes are the latest hit on Instagram

Do you eat cake for dessert? Or is it something you only have on special occasions, like your birthday or divorce? Russian cake designer Kalabasa recently ignited the latest social media cake trend with her brushstroke cakes. Also known as feathers, they’re true masterpieces of food…
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Daniel Swanick
June 22, 2017
Art & DesignFood & Beverage

Not just a typeface, Helvetica is now a coffee

Helvetica is a sans serif typeface that’s one of the most popular in the world with designers. That’s why it shouldn’t come as a surprise that its influence has spread far and wide; but to coffee? Now that’s something you probably didn’t see coming.
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Daniel Swanick
June 13, 2017
Food & BeverageTypographyVideo

Starbucks debuts colour and flavour changing Unicorn Frappuccino

Starbucks has decided to jump on the rainbow-themed food trend bandwagon with its Unicorn Frappuccino blended beverage. The sparkly frozen beverage, which was only available from April 19 to 23, had quickly become a social media sensation.
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Daniel Swanick
June 1, 2017
Food & BeverageMarketing

Brewery reveals cynical Fake News Ale directed at Trump

Fake News Ale by Northern Maverick Brewing Co. pokes fun at the political climate south of the border.
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Daniel Swanick
May 24, 2017
Food & BeverageMarketing

McDonald’s dull new uniforms inspire online teasing

Last month, McDonald’s unveiled new uniforms for its U.S. locations in 2017. And with that release, the new uniforms are prompting some online teasing; with comments saying the grey-toned shirts and aprons make employees look like they’re part of totalitarian regimes.
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Daniel Swanick
May 15, 2017
Fashion & BeautyFood & BeverageHumour

Domino’s new app adds a little fun to your pizza tracking

Waiting for the pizza guy can sometimes get you anxious. Will it be here in time for the start of the game? Has he passed my house? Pizza tracking with Domino’s just became more fun via its new partnership with IFTTT. The duo, with help from…
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Daniel Swanick
May 12, 2017
Food & BeverageTechnology & InnovationVideo

Are you trying to conceal your caffeine addiction? Try the world’s first colourless coffee

Are you one of those people who can’t start their day without a cup of coffee? There are many benefits to enjoying a hot cup of joe every morning, including: lowering the risk of Type 2 Diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and MS. However, that constant coffee drinking can lead…
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Daniel Swanick
April 28, 2017
Food & BeverageHealth

Funny and deliciously satisfying divorce cakes to celebrate being single again

You don’t usually celebrate getting a divorce. Well, not in the same way weddings are. However, in recent years, parties have become popular to mark the end of a marriage. And as these divorce parties become more common, celebratory cakes have become the latest trend.
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Daniel Swanick
April 17, 2017
Food & BeverageLifestyle

Bottle designs inspired by masked Mexican wrestlers

If you’re into wrestling, then you probably like the masked luchadores from Mexico. A spectacular sight to behold, these ring warriors are commonly included as motifs on tequila bottles. However, Mucha Liga Tequila takes this concept to new heights with its packaging.
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Daniel Swanick
February 28, 2017
Art & DesignFood & BeverageMarketing

Lego fan opens brick burger restaurant

Lego is a toy that has lasted more than 60 years and is still going strong. Go in to any toy shop and you’ll find a whole section dedicated to the stuff. There are theme parks almost literally built out of it and there’s even a…
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Daniel Swanick
February 23, 2017
Food & Beverage

Unleash your inner Cookie Monster at cookie dough café

Although many experts now say that eating raw cookie dough is bad for you, most of us still do. And who can blame us, it tastes so damn good – before and after you bake it. And so we rejoice at news that finally, someone is…
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Daniel Swanick
February 16, 2017
Food & Beverage
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