crumbed chicken

Yes, we know the word ‘bestest’ doesn’t really exist, but when it comes to burgers we tend towards hyperbole – why? Because burgers, that’s why! The exact origin of hamburgers may well be disputed – was it German immigrants who brought Hamburg Steak over from the motherland or was it a certain Charlie Nagreen in Wisconsin who began selling flattened meatballs on two slices of bread who can claim the title of ‘it all began with me’? Regardless of origin, what is undisputed is the world’s subsequent love affair with this delectable meal.

Today we take it for granted that a good many restaurants will cater for our children in terms of palate choices and portion sizes, but has this always been the case? I’m sure if you think back to when you were a child, there didn’t seem to be that many eateries that encouraged visits with little ones, but in today’s modern society a growing number of restaurants are realising that if they want the parents to dine out, then they should cater for the children as well. So when did the idea of the kids’ menu begin?