How Popeyes' spicy chicken sandwich ignited a fast food war
The most important dish on any fast food chain’s menu is the chicken sandwich. It is an item that inspires passion, anger, and above all loyalty, hence the never-ending spicy chicken sandwich wars. Stalwarts like Chick–fil–A , Wendy’s, and KFC have…

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