What Prompted Heinz to Change Its Ketchup Packets?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around Heinz's introduction of new "Dip and Squeeze" ketchup packets, which are set to replace traditional packets at various restaurants. Participants share their reactions, personal anecdotes, and humorous takes on the change.

Discussion Character

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Main Points Raised

  • Some participants express excitement about the new "Dip and Squeeze" packets, describing them as "awesome" and "really cool."
  • There are humorous anecdotes shared about personal experiences related to ketchup, including a participant recounting being struck by a minivan while the driver was distracted by ketchup.
  • Participants engage in playful banter about the name "Dip and Squeeze," with some suggesting it sounds "kinky" and making jokes about it.
  • One participant comments on the quality of ketchup at different eateries, implying that the presence of Hunt's ketchup indicates a lower quality establishment.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally share a lighthearted and humorous tone, but there is no consensus on the implications of the new ketchup packets or the seriousness of the anecdotes shared. The discussion remains informal and playful without a clear resolution.

Contextual Notes

Some statements reflect personal opinions and humor rather than technical or factual claims about the ketchup packets themselves.

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Readers interested in food product innovations, consumer reactions to packaging changes, or those looking for lighthearted discussions about everyday products may find this thread engaging.

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http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424053111904194604576578691502178606.html

Wall Street Journal said:
After observing these and other "compensating behaviors," H. J. Heinz Co. says it spent three years developing a better ketchup packet.

Heinz says the new "Dip and Squeeze" packets will begin replacing the traditional rectangular ketchup packets later this year at Wendy's Co. restaurants. Smaller chains including Chick-fil-A Inc., Smashburger Master LLC, and International Dairy Queen Inc. started carrying the packets earlier this year.

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Where were you when Heinz finally moved on from the old packets?
 
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Pengwuino said:
Where were you when Heinz finally moved on from the old packets?

I was in an ambulance, having just been struck on my bicycle by a minivan whose driver was putting ketchup on his fries while driving.
 
BobG said:
I was in an ambulance, having just been struck on my bicycle by a minivan whose driver was putting ketchup on his fries while driving.

While talking on the phone and shaving no doubt.
 
These dip/squeeze packets are awesome. Seriously, they are really cool.

PS: You know you're at a cheap eatery when they have Hunts ketchup.
 
BobG said:
I was in an ambulance, having just been struck on my bicycle by a minivan whose driver was putting ketchup on his fries while driving.

wuliheron said:
While talking on the phone and shaving no doubt.

Yes, I was, but I still think it was his fault!
 
BobG said:
Yes, I was, but I still think it was his fault!
:smile:
 
BobG said:
I was in an ambulance, having just been struck on my bicycle by a minivan whose driver was putting ketchup on his fries while driving.

Awesome.

Personally I think that "dip and squeeze" sounds a bit kinky... Where was Jill when the new packets were introduced? Getting dipped and squeezed by Jack.
 
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physics girl phd said:
Awesome.

Personally I think that "dip and squeeze" sounds a bit kinky... Where was Jill when the new packets were introduced? Getting dipped and squeezed by Jack.

Even better reason to use it! It's sexy too.
 
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physics girl phd said:
Awesome.

Personally I think that "dip and squeeze" sounds a bit kinky... Where was Jill when the new packets were introduced? Getting dipped and squeezed by Jack.

Keyboard now covered in coffee now haha :smile: