‘Hamburger Straws’ Are Japan’s Newest Fast-Food Fad

From whole BBQ chooks to slabs of cake dripping in chocolate topping, balancing foodstuffs atop an equally delicious beverage has become something of a phenomenon.

In Japan, piercing McDonalds burgers with straws and balancing them atop the fizzy drinks available in-store is apparently all the rage. According to Kotaku, the meme has been dubbed hanbaagaa x dorinku (“drink x hamburger”) or hanbaagaa sutotoo (“hamburger straw”).

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It’s reportedly inspired by an earlier trend that saw incredibly photogenic donuts perched atop all manner of sweet and caffeinated drinks.

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Appearing on several Japanese blogs, one variation on the trend incorporates the McDonald’s breakfast menu (which is obviously the superior menu). We’re lovin’ it.

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