Frugal Food

Posted on February 22, 2008 by goodmind

With all the gloom and doom discussion on Wall Street about a recession, it’s easy to overlook what could be a bright spot for consumers. While traditional ‘inflationary logic’ would dictate a rise in prices on par with the rising cost of commodities, many familiar food brands are protecting their margins by listening to [...]

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Coffee and Wi-Fi: The Breakfast of Champions

Posted on October 16, 2007 by goodmind

Starbucks solidified its status as a cultural icon by offering more than just caffeinated beverages and bagels, forever altering our expectations of the coffee shop experience.  However, exclusive distribution of Paul McCartney albums isn’t going to cut it if Starbucks wants to remain the golden standard for laptop toting caffeine addicts.  

CrunchGear recently noted that coffee shop patronage is ultimately [...]

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Mickey Mouse Liver Paste

Posted on February 22, 2007 by goodmind

The ultimate in licensing — Mickey Mouse Liver Paste.  Seems peculiar to us, but it may the a savvy blending, if you will, of global and local. (via Boingboing)

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