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10 funny facts about McDonalds!

10 funny facts about McDonalds!

Few people can say they have never ordered trio at McDonald's because more than 64 million customers are served each day in 119 countries worldwide. In Canada, there also are more than 1400 restaurants in this chain from coast to coast.


Do you really know your McDo? Here are 10 fun things you can not be about the fast food giant did:


1- M turquoise
In Sedona, Arizona, there is a McDonald's wearing an "M" rather than yellow turquoise. This is due to a request from the city planners that the restaurant had to change the color of its name. Indeed, strict regulations prevent buildings to alter the view of the desert. The yellow color as too discordant, was replaced by the color turquoise, softer.



2- Marriage
After birthday parties, now McDonald's offers to celebrate your union with the beloved in these restaurants. In Hong Kong, China, it is possible to say "Yes, I do! "In a McDonald's since 2011. Today, fifteen institutions McDonald's Chinatown offer this service.



Tiny 3-
The smallest McDonalds in the world is located in Shanghai, China. The restaurant is just the size of the sign "M" which is contiguous.



4- McDonald comes home
It is the dream of all Mcfans! Know that the project could one day become a reality in Quebec, because tests are taking place in two restaurants in Australia, near Sydney.



5 pieces of tofu
Japan finished the chicken nuggets and tofu hello! This is a result of a health scandal connected to the chicken chain has chosen to replace meat with tofu in 3000 restaurants in the country.



6. Eat a plane
In terms of originality, a McDonald's Taupo in New Zealand is at the top of the rankings. Guests are invited to board an old converted aircraft to enjoy their trio.



7 Historical Monument
In Paris, in the eighth arrondissement is a McDonald's Alsatian-style. Located at 119 rue Saint-Lazare, this facade is included in Heritage historic monument since 1997.



8- Museum
There is a McDonald's museum in Des Plaines, Illinois. This is the replica of the first franchised restaurant opened in 1955 by Ray Kroc. In the basement, visitors can view a collection of photos and vintage advertisements.



9- McBière
In Germany, it is possible to order beer with our meal.



10. McDonald's in Quebec
Not surprisingly, it is Montreal that first McDonald's opened its doors in Quebec. It was in 1972 that the chain has made its appearance in the beautiful province and over the next 18 months the opening of the first, a new McDonald's has blossomed every month in Quebec.

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