The secret is out that “secret” menus at major fast food chains are not remotely secret. So why do restaurants bother at all?
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Why Spicy Is the Most Profitable New Trend in Food
The trend for more hot-and-spicy items on fast food menus has been marinating for a while, and is turning white hot just as we’re reaching the coldest time of the year.
Boycotts, Petitions, Protests, Oh My: The Year in Consumer Outrage
In TIME’s year-end wrap-up for 2011, consumer outrage was highlighted as a hot trend. A couple years later, consumers only seem to be more outraged—and savvier about getting their voices heard.
‘After Christmas’ Sales Arrive Extra Early This Year — Like Now, Basically
It’s just like how retailers messed with the timing of Black Friday sales
Man Cut $20,000 Check for Other People’s Layaway Gifts at Walmart
And other ‘angels’ are doing the same
The Bizarrely Hot Selling Un-Cool Beer
In the beer world, the last five or so years have been marked by the rise of craft brews, and the simultaneous sales slump of most mass-market beers. Amid the turn to craft, one middle-of-the-road brew stands out because sales have increased for seven consecutive years. And no, it’s not PBR we’re talking about.
Apple’s New Christmas Ad Might Actually Make You Cry
One kid with his head buried in his iPhone through the holidays comes up with a stunning present
2013 Was a Momentous Year for Buns
Around this time last year, quick-service restaurant insiders were predicting that 2013 would be a big year for buns. The year didn’t disappoint.
What It’s Really Like to Be a Santa Claus for Hire
Working as Santa Claus during the holiday season can be a jolly, potentially lucrative gig. But it’s not always an entirely magical experience.
The Ridiculous ‘Exclusive’ Gift Consumers Are Clamoring to Buy
Today only, you have the chance to pay $50 for the privilege of spending another $400 at Starbucks. But only if you act fast!
The 2013 Holiday Season’s Hottest Online Sales Trick
As in most years, cheap prices and free shipping are key factors in getting consumers to bite when browsing online. But this holiday season, the hot trend among those pushing the envelope in e-commerce is shipping that’s not only …