The first time McDonald’s went outside the Americas was when it came to Japan, Asia in 1971. McDonald’s opened its first restaurant in Asia in Japan. The first restaurant was opened in Mitsukoshi department store in Ginza, an upscale district in Tokyo. Now McDonald’s has over 3,800 restaurants in Japan.…More
McDonald’s Hungary and its advertising agency, DDB Budapest have hit upon an innovative idea to make things even simpler for their customers and their employees. They have transformed the humble McDonald’s paper bag into a combination of a tray and a bag. The bottom of the bag is actually a…More
It’s a known fact that McDonald’s across the world has unique products that cater to the specific cuisine preferences of a country. What is a lesser known fact probably is that McDonald’s is referred to differently in some countries! Different cultures have different values, different languages, and different connoisseurs with…More
The racial, cultural and religious diversity of McDonald’s staff is well known the world over. But, did you also know that the company is one of the largest employers in the world? Let’s take a look at some of the other giants McDonald’s rubs shoulders with, when it comes to…More
One fine morning, McDonald’s customers in Andover, Massachusetts received a a jolt of surprise, when they saw longtime “Tonight Show” host Jay Leno serving burgers at the drive through window and working behind the counter. Jay Leno, famous American comedian and actor, visited his hometown Andover in Massachusetts, his high…More
McDonald’s has come a long way since selling burgers in 1940 to where it is today! As it successfully completes 60 years of its journey, we have compiled some fun and interesting facts about McDonald’s for you to enjoy! Take a look at the events as they occurred chronologically. 1940…More
McDonald’s in Sweden has just come out with a fashion line which pays homage to the Big Mac, the big daddy of all burgers. The fashion line made its debut at Stockholm, Sweden. The line includes clothing, household goods and accessories. This was all part of a McDonald’s campaign which…More
McDonald’s plans to hire as many as 12,000 employees in the coming five years across the country. With the current strength of 7,500 employees, McDonald’s is aiming to expand its network and create more jobs. Seema Arora Nambiar, Senior Director, Peoples Resources, Hardcastle Restaurants, says, “With plans to open 175-250…More
Scientists in the UK say there is a statistical connection between a person’s character and how they like their eggs made! They say: • Poached egg eaters tend to be outgoing and happy. • Boiled egg eaters are disorganised and tend to be careless and impulsive. • Fried egg eaters,…More
Great Place to Work® Institute says Hardcastle Restaurants Private Limited (HRPL), the development licensee for McDonald’s West & South India operations is the most employee friendly company in among food retailers. Hardcastle Restaurants Private Limited (HRPL) has been ranked at first place among food retailers in India, by the Great…More