As hamburgers go, so goes America?

Article Abstract:

The hamburger remains popular in the US despite outbreaks of E. coli contamination in 1997 and previous years. The hamburger evolved from a raw meat dish from Hamburg, Germany into the cooked, dressed and bun-encased food that it is. McDonald's restaurants symbolize the hamburger's popularity.

Column, History, Influence, Food and nutrition, Americans, Escherichia coli infections, Hamburgers

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Macworld

Article Abstract:

McDonald's is making a concerted effort to grow outside of the US, as its domestic market has begun to stagnate. The 38% of the McDonald's that are outside of the US now account 47% of overall sales and 54% of overall operating profit, while domestic sales have been dropping.

International aspects, Restaurant industry

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Johannesburgers and fries: McDonald's efforts to break into South Africa suggest that multinationals can rely too heavily on their powerful brands

Article Abstract:

McDonald's has built a successful overseas unit, and began expanding its operations into Africa in 1995, in South Africa. The company faced legal battles and stiff competition from local fast-food companies, and has had to adjust its menu to suit the tastes of locals.

Fast Food Restaurants, South Africa

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