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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Insane price for a burger sparks outrage: 'Is this a joke?'
Customers have blasted a $55 novelty hamburger at Brisbane 's iconic Ekka show, as organisers rushed to defend what some labelled a 'rort'. Hungry attendees took images of the Smash Burger stall menu at the Royal Queensland Show which advertised a special burger and chip deal for the eyewatering sum. The 'Blockbuster' burger was described as containing double beef patties, double smoky bacon, and liquid cheese, on a 'block bun', according to the menu. But the menu featured an image of a very ordinary looking hamburger. Viewers were quick to slam the price tag on line, with many labelling it a 'scam' and calling for a 'boycott'. 'Jesus Christ. No idea who would buy this,' one person wrote. 'What an absolute p***take,' another said. 'If anyone reading this paid $55 for one of these, you're a f***ing Idiot!' a third wrote. One viewer tried to work out what the burger was really worth using the optional extras' pricing. 'So an extra patty is $4. That means the two patties in the burger are $8. Bacon is $3, so with two slices, that's $6. We're up to $14 now. 'Gluten-free bun is $3, which is more expensive, so let's say the standard bun is $2. Another $2 for the cheese. Now we're at $18. So there must be $37 worth of lettuce, tomato, and sauce in that burger.' Another wrote she would have to be 'insane' to spend $55 on a burger, and would be expecting T-bone steaks for patties if she did. One said there were other more palatably-priced meals at the show. 'Plenty of good food at the Ekka for comparable prices to normal places this year (in my opinion). Though that's more the rest of the world got more expensive rather than the Ekka getting cheaper,' he wrote. But the festival quickly tried to quell consumer's doubts, as the real Blockbuster burger is far larger than the one pictured. 'It's huge... the burger is served in a hollowed half loaf of bread and is packed full of fillings,' a spokeswoman said. The meal has been designed for two people. One photo shared the event's social media accounts showed two children behind the burger which appeared to be about the same size as their heads. 'Visitors to the Ekka love trying new and wonderful food items… and the blockbuster burger certainly stands out among all the options available!' Officials estimate there are more than 110 food vendors at the showgrounds, several of which are offering food options $10 or less. The show has more than 400,000 visitors each year. 'By night's end, more than 70,000 people will have attended Ekka - the biggest People's Day crowd in almost 15 years,' the show's spokeswoman said.
IOL News
4 days ago
- Business
- IOL News
Fry Family Foods launches 'Flexi Range'
Following a successful trial of five products, the final three - Smash Burger, Classic Sizzler, and Braai Sizzler, are now available in major retailers nationwide. Fry Family Foods has officially launched its new Flexi Range - a bold move aimed at South Africans looking to cut down on meat for health reasons, without giving up on flavour or familiarity. The launch follows a soft rollout of the first five products earlier this year to test local appetite. With strong consumer response, the final three products - the Smash Burger, Classic Sizzler and Braai Sizzler - are now rolling out in major retailers nationwide. A smarter way to eat less meat Developed using the latest advancements in plant-protein technology, Fry's new Flexi Range includes products that are high in protein, low in saturated fat, gluten-free, low carb, and high in fibre, depending on the variant. The Flexi Range introduces new textures and bolder flavours designed to broaden the appeal of plant-based eating, particularly among those who still enjoy meat. 'It's time we recognise plant-based as a protein category in its own right,' says Clare Ewing, Head of Sales and Marketing at Fry's. 'Just like chicken, beef or fish, plant protein offers its own unique benefits. It's not a compromise, it's a smart, modern choice that reflects where food is headed.' She adds: 'Our Flexi Range was designed with this in mind. By focusing on top-quality ingredients, textures, and flavours, we've created products that can genuinely stand up to meat. It's about making plant-protein an easy, appealing option for anyone, especially meat-eaters looking to make healthier, more sustainable choices.'
Cision Canada
14-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Odd Burger Announces Distribution Deal with Dot Foods Canada
LONDON, ON, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ - Odd Burger Corporation (" Odd Burger" or the " Company") (TSXV: ODD) (OTCPK: ODDAF) (FSE: IA9), a leading vegan fast-food restaurant chain and food technology company, is pleased to announce that its manufacturing division, Preposterous Foods Inc. ("Preposterous") has secured a distribution deal with Dot Foods Canada ("Dot"). The distribution deal will make Odd Burger's retail and food service line available to hundreds of distributors across Canada, greatly expanding the accessibility of Odd Burger's manufactured food products. Odd Burger manufactures 5 frozen plant-based retail products for grocery stores and 20 plant-based foodservice products designed for restaurant use out of its manufacturing facility in London ON. The initial launch with Dot will see 5 retail SKUs available for distribution including the Company's ChickUn Fillet, Smash Burger, Chickpea Burger, ChickUn Pretenders and Breakfast Sausage. The distribution deal with Dot will allow Odd Burger to better service national grocery and restaurant chains, as the Company will now be able to offer a convenient distribution channel and a national pricing program for its product lines. "We believe that this is a very significant step forward for Odd Burger," says James McInnes, CEO and Co-Founder of Odd Burger. "This distribution deal will allow us to secure listings with national retailers and will greatly increase our ability to grow revenue. Dot will also simplify our logistics and production process, which will drive efficiency across our manufacturing division." Dot Foods Canada is a Canadian business founded in 2016 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dot Foods Inc. Dot has distribution centers in Ingersoll ON and Calgary AB where it lists over 3,300 products from over 100 suppliers and services nearly 400 distributors. Dot specializes in Less Than Truckload (LTL) quantities, allowing its customers to order with a single case order minimum making products more accessible and more affordable across the supply chain. About Odd Burger Corporation Odd Burger Corporation is a franchised vegan fast-food restaurant chain and food technology company that manufactures a proprietary line of plant-based protein and dairy alternatives. Its manufactured products are distributed to Odd Burger restaurant locations through its foodservice line and sold at grocery retailers through its consumer-packaged goods (CPG) line. Odd Burger restaurants operate as smart kitchens, which use state-of-the art cooking technology and automation solutions to deliver a delicious food experience to customers craving healthier and more sustainable fast food. With small store footprints optimized for delivery and takeout, advanced cooking technology, competitive pricing, a vertically integrated supply chain along with healthier ingredients, Odd Burger is revolutionizing the fast-food industry by creating guilt-free fast food that can be enjoyed at its restaurant locations or at home though its CPG line. Odd Burger Corporation is traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "ODD" and on the OTCPK under the symbol "ODDAF". For more information visit Forward-Looking Information This news release contains forward-looking information for the purpose of providing information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Any such forward-looking information may be identified by words such as "proposed", "expects", "intends", "may", "will", and similar expressions. Forward looking information contained or referred to in this news release includes statements relating to approval of the TSX Venture Exchange, future restaurant openings, potential franchisees, demand for our products and other similar statements. Forward-looking information is based on several factors and assumptions which have been used to develop such information, but which may prove to be incorrect including, but not limited to material assumptions with respect to the continued strong demand for the Company's products, the availability of sufficient financing on reasonable terms to fund the Company's capital requirements and the ability to obtain necessary equipment, production inputs and labour. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking information because the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking information include, among others, negative cash flow and future financing requirements to sustain and grow operations, limited history of operations and revenues and no history of earnings or dividends, expansion of facilities, competition, availability of raw materials, dependence on senior management and key personnel, general business risk and liability, regulation of the food industry, change in laws, regulations and guidelines, compliance with laws, unfavourable publicity or consumer perception, product liability and product recalls, risks related to intellectual property, difficulties with forecasts, management of growth and litigation, as well as the impact of, uncertainties and risks associated with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. For a more comprehensive discussion of the risks faced by the Company, please refer to the Company's Annual Information Form filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities at The forward-looking information in this news release reflects the current expectations, assumptions and/or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available. Any forward-looking information speaks only as of the date on which it is made and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. The forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Non-GAAP Measures This news release may refer to certain non-GAAP measures. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS, and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Rather, these measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of our results of operations from management's perspective. Accordingly, these measures should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS. The TSX Venture Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release.
Yahoo
14-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Odd Burger Announces Distribution Deal with Dot Foods Canada
LONDON, ON, May 14, 2025 /CNW/ - Odd Burger Corporation ("Odd Burger" or the "Company") (TSXV: ODD) (OTCPK: ODDAF) (FSE: IA9), a leading vegan fast-food restaurant chain and food technology company, is pleased to announce that its manufacturing division, Preposterous Foods Inc. ("Preposterous") has secured a distribution deal with Dot Foods Canada ("Dot"). The distribution deal will make Odd Burger's retail and food service line available to hundreds of distributors across Canada, greatly expanding the accessibility of Odd Burger's manufactured food products. Odd Burger manufactures 5 frozen plant-based retail products for grocery stores and 20 plant-based foodservice products designed for restaurant use out of its manufacturing facility in London ON. The initial launch with Dot will see 5 retail SKUs available for distribution including the Company's ChickUn Fillet, Smash Burger, Chickpea Burger, ChickUn Pretenders and Breakfast Sausage. The distribution deal with Dot will allow Odd Burger to better service national grocery and restaurant chains, as the Company will now be able to offer a convenient distribution channel and a national pricing program for its product lines. "We believe that this is a very significant step forward for Odd Burger," says James McInnes, CEO and Co-Founder of Odd Burger. "This distribution deal will allow us to secure listings with national retailers and will greatly increase our ability to grow revenue. Dot will also simplify our logistics and production process, which will drive efficiency across our manufacturing division." Dot Foods Canada is a Canadian business founded in 2016 and is a wholly owned subsidiary of Dot Foods Inc. Dot has distribution centers in Ingersoll ON and Calgary AB where it lists over 3,300 products from over 100 suppliers and services nearly 400 distributors. Dot specializes in Less Than Truckload (LTL) quantities, allowing its customers to order with a single case order minimum making products more accessible and more affordable across the supply chain. About Odd Burger Corporation Odd Burger Corporation is a franchised vegan fast-food restaurant chain and food technology company that manufactures a proprietary line of plant-based protein and dairy alternatives. Its manufactured products are distributed to Odd Burger restaurant locations through its foodservice line and sold at grocery retailers through its consumer-packaged goods (CPG) line. Odd Burger restaurants operate as smart kitchens, which use state-of-the art cooking technology and automation solutions to deliver a delicious food experience to customers craving healthier and more sustainable fast food. With small store footprints optimized for delivery and takeout, advanced cooking technology, competitive pricing, a vertically integrated supply chain along with healthier ingredients, Odd Burger is revolutionizing the fast-food industry by creating guilt-free fast food that can be enjoyed at its restaurant locations or at home though its CPG line. Odd Burger Corporation is traded on the TSX Venture Exchange under the symbol "ODD" and on the OTCPK under the symbol "ODDAF". For more information visit Forward-Looking Information This news release contains forward-looking information for the purpose of providing information about management's current expectations and plans relating to the future. Readers are cautioned that reliance on such information may not be appropriate for other purposes. Any such forward-looking information may be identified by words such as "proposed", "expects", "intends", "may", "will", and similar expressions. Forward looking information contained or referred to in this news release includes statements relating to approval of the TSX Venture Exchange, future restaurant openings, potential franchisees, demand for our products and other similar statements. Forward-looking information is based on several factors and assumptions which have been used to develop such information, but which may prove to be incorrect including, but not limited to material assumptions with respect to the continued strong demand for the Company's products, the availability of sufficient financing on reasonable terms to fund the Company's capital requirements and the ability to obtain necessary equipment, production inputs and labour. Although the Company believes that the expectations reflected in such forward-looking information are reasonable, undue reliance should not be placed on forward-looking information because the Company can give no assurance that such expectations will prove to be correct. Risks and uncertainties that could cause actual results, performance or achievements of the Company to differ materially from those expressed or implied in such forward-looking information include, among others, negative cash flow and future financing requirements to sustain and grow operations, limited history of operations and revenues and no history of earnings or dividends, expansion of facilities, competition, availability of raw materials, dependence on senior management and key personnel, general business risk and liability, regulation of the food industry, change in laws, regulations and guidelines, compliance with laws, unfavourable publicity or consumer perception, product liability and product recalls, risks related to intellectual property, difficulties with forecasts, management of growth and litigation, as well as the impact of, uncertainties and risks associated with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, many of which are beyond the control of the Company. For a more comprehensive discussion of the risks faced by the Company, please refer to the Company's Annual Information Form filed with Canadian securities regulatory authorities at The forward-looking information in this news release reflects the current expectations, assumptions and/or beliefs of the Company based on information currently available. Any forward-looking information speaks only as of the date on which it is made and, except as may be required by applicable securities laws, the Company disclaims any intent or obligation to update any forward-looking information, whether as a result of new information, future events or results or otherwise. The forward-looking information contained in this news release is expressly qualified by this cautionary statement. Non-GAAP Measures This news release may refer to certain non-GAAP measures. These measures are not recognized measures under IFRS, do not have a standardized meaning prescribed by IFRS, and are therefore unlikely to be comparable to similar measures presented by other companies. Rather, these measures are provided as additional information to complement those IFRS measures by providing further understanding of our results of operations from management's perspective. Accordingly, these measures should not be considered in isolation nor as a substitute for analysis of our financial information reported under IFRS. The TSX Venture Exchange has neither approved nor disapproved the contents of this news release. Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in the policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this news release. SOURCE Odd Burger Corporation View original content to download multimedia:
CBS News
26-02-2025
- Entertainment
- CBS News
Baltimore's Black-owned Mama Koko's dishes out community and culture
Coffee, culture and cocktails are what you will find at Mama Koko's inside the historic James E. Hooper House. The Black-owned business is a coffee shop by day and cocktail lounge by night. Drawing inspiration from his mother's kitchen, co-owner and general manager Angola M. Selassie named the cafe after his mother, Dr. Kokahvah Zauditu-Selassie, who is affectionately known as Mama Koko. "She's this force of a personality, and one day, I was chilling in her kitchen and I just kind of took a glance and I was like, 'OIh man, all these little inspirations that are right here," Selassie said. "I thought about the hospitality that I grew up with in her house." Mama Koko can usually be found in Hooper House in her literary salon or downstairs conversing at the café. "She comes in here quite frequently and will just chat up people, talk to people, share some of her stories and that helps people also feel welcome to share theirs," Selassie said. Mama Koko's is located at 100 E. 23rd Street in Baltimore. What about Mama Koko's Bar Director Jacob Eyer said Mama Koko's builds a community quickly, not just with the staff, but the customers, too. "I think at this point, (we) really know most people who walk through the door by name, and that community is just growing and growing," Eyer said. Mama Koko's has two bars in the space with a draft cocktail bar at the front and a specialty cocktail bar in the back. It's not just alcoholic drinks served, but mocktails as well. "I hate the idea that somebody wouldn't come here just because they don't drink alcohol, so having a really well-developed and thought-out mocktail program is super important to us too," Eyer said. What's on the menu? Whether you're pescatarian, vegetarian or eat meat, the menu serves everyone for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The menu includes sandwiches, like the Smash Burger and Tuna Melt, salads, like Garlic Kale and Siracha Chicken Salad, and late-night bites, including Liberian Meatballs, Smoked Collard Greens and Red Beans and Rice. "Our recipe, Ms. Jackson's Red Beans on the menu, my grandfather won it in a poker game in Los Angeles from the queen of gospel Mahalia Jackson, so we called it Miss Jackson's Red Beans," said Mama Koko. The space provides not only more food options for neighbors in Old Goucher but also a place to gather. "We provide kind of an oasis in the middle of town where people gather and feel comfortable with our hospitality, which is a unique model, people over money, community over profit," said Mama Koko.
