Westport burger joint faces McDonald’s legal challenge over ‘Big Mac’ burger
A small Westport food truck has been challenged by McDonald's over a burger it sells that resembles the chain's signature Big Mac.
A burger joint in Westport has drawn legal action from McDonald's after selling a burger closely resembling the fast-food chain's Big Mac. The restaurant is located more than 100 kilometres from the nearest McDonald's location. The dispute highlights the contrast between the small local business and the international fast-food giant.
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Tiny NZ food truck challenged by US giant over its ‘Big Mac’ burger
A Westport burger joint has found itself in hot water with McDonald’s after selling a burger that closely resembled the fast-food giant’s classic.
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Burger battle: How a tiny Westport food truck found itself at odds with McDonald's
The nearest Maccas is more than 100km away. That didn't save Mister Chops from ending up in McDonald's legal crosshairs.