Global Fast Food

Global fast-food menus mix familiar burgers and fries with café drinks, cookies and regional specials. A Big Mac layers two patties around a middle bun, while a Whopper uses a larger flame-grilled patty; the two do not eat quite alike. Fries, chicken and sweet drinks can turn a single order into several separate servings.

The same chain operates from humid Hong Kong to colder London and dry American cities, so weather shapes when people want a cold drink or hot meal, not the printed nutrition label. A burger can be eaten quickly, while a large sugary drink lasts through the commute. Country-specific recipes and portions make it worth checking the local menu.