Beli app gamifies food discovery for Gen Z

September 02, 2025

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🍽️ What’s Cooking?

Fast-food prices steady as chains act on value

Americans are buying fewer budget-friendly meals at fast-food chains. In response, McDonald’s is cutting prices on several iconic combo meals—including the Big Mac, McNuggets, and Quarter Pounder—by about 15%, roughly lowering a $10 combo to $8.50. These discounts, set to run from early September through early 2026, aim to restore perceptions of affordability amid rising costs. McDonald’s will also support franchisees through potential revenue shortfalls.​ ​Read more.

🃏 Running a Smoother Kitchen

“Tool Dock Clips” for faster ingredient access

Create a strip of magnetic clips labeled for key ingredients—herbs, spices, garnishes—and keep it on the edge of your prep table. Each cook clips what they’ll need for a shift and removes clips when used up. This creates an instant visual cue of what's running low and where to restock, speeding up prep and reducing waste without needing rounds to check stock levels.

🚀 Scaling Up

Burger King reaches 67% U.S. household reach

New data shows that 67% of U.S. households bought Burger King in the last year—visiting on average 11 times and spending $129 during that period. This impressive reach demonstrates strong brand traction and suggests growth potential via increased frequency and targeted marketing. Read more.

🦾 Fresh Ideas

Beli app gamifies food discovery for Gen Z

A new app called Beli turns discovering local food into a game. Users rate restaurants and dishes—and earn two scores: one for personal enjoyment, another for what friends liked. The app matches you with like-minded food fans and makes recommendations feel social. With over 60 million reviews across 30,000 cities globally as of mid-2025, Beli has struck a chord—especially with younger diners. ​Read more

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