Invest in chocolate
25-5-2010
Rather than borrowing money from the bank, Hotel Chocolat wants to borrow money from customers. When you invest in “Hotel Chocolat” shares, you will receive your interest in chocolate. With an investment of £ 2000,= people get a chocoladebox, worth £ 107.70, six times a year.
Salmon caviar from a vending machine
24-5-2010
One of the biggest sellers of caviar in Moscow, Russia, Ikra, has placed 33 vending machines with salmon caviar. Unfortunately for lovers of expensive versions such as Beluga or Sevruga caviar … they are not in the assortment yet.
Social media ice cream vendor
21-5-2010
Utrecht has the first ice cream man who uses social media in The Netherlands. Ice cream man Martin Schuurman uses Twitter, MySpace, Facebook and Foursquare for both passing his locations as to let the consumer determine the flavour of the day. Also through promotions, like free ice cream for followers, he tries to attract consumers.
Meat from a vending machine
20-5-2010
Izarzugaza is a highly respected butcher in northern Spain. While the meat is prepared traditionally, the marketing techniques are state-of-the-art. Last year he started selling online and ordering via touch screen, this year they installed a 24-hour vending machine, filled with the best meats, according to the season.
Raw chocolate for more exitement
19-5-2010
This new brand of chocolate uses cocoa which is grinded cold, so that all anti-oxidants, but also the substances that arouses loving feelings are still in the chocolate. Not only will you feel happier, the product is completely eco-friendly and gives people in Ecuador a chance to a good future.
Pancake bus
17-5-2010
We spotted the French fastservice, Roulegalette, (French crêpes) and wondered when the first Dutch “pancake to go” would start. Via Twitter the “pannenkoekenbus” (pancake bus) reacted within a few minutes. Young entrepreneurs Robin and Gerard, who got the idea while waiting for the bus to school, combined their part time job in a pancake restaurant with a bus.
Fastservice pancake restaurant
14-5-2010
In France, the first fast service “crêperie” opened with 3 outlets in Paris. The concept is named after the savory crêpe, “Roule Galette”. One of France’s most classic dishes in a modern way.
Calories show up at Burgerville check
11-5-2010
Burgerville does not only list all the calories of individual dishes on the menu but also shows the total of calories consumed, on the bill! With an extra health tip at the bottom.
New York Pizza political party
10-5-2010
New York Pizza is gratefully using the empty billboards that are now displayed for political parties. Throughout Amsterdam, they are distributing posters of the “choose fresh” party. However, when visiting the website you realize that you are dealing with a marketing stunt by New York Pizza.
Delicious teaspoon
9-5-2010
These teaspoon are designed for single use. Stir your tea one time and enjoy your spoon!