Uncategorized – Chick-Fil-A: The Epitome of American Exceptionalism

About

Short Description In this blog, I will be discussing the history of Chick-Fil-A and it’s impact on American culture and society. Key Concepts Exceptionalism Suburbia Methods Close Analysis Historical Analysis Table of Contents History of Chick-fil-A Behind the Scenes Controversy and Rehabilitation “My Pleasure”: How Chick-fil-A Created an Everlasting (Pop)Culture Chick-fil-A and American Studies WorksContinue reading “About”

History of Chick-fil-A

Before “Chick-fil-A” Samuel Truett Cathy took America’s restaurant scene by storm since World War II, transforming his Chick-fil-A business from a restaurant so small which he initially called it the Dwarf Grill. Dwarf House Opened in Hapeville, Georgia, a suburb of Atlanta, in 1946, Cathy and his brother Ben opened the Dwarf Grill. They builtContinue reading “History of Chick-fil-A”

Behind the Scenes

Business Model Chick-fil-A’s business strategy involves a focus on a simple menu and great customer service. While other fast-food chains often expand their menu offerings to attempt to attract new customers, Chick-fil-A’s business model is to remain focused on chicken sandwiches. The capital “A” in “Chick-fil-A” is meant to represent that their chicken is ofContinue reading “Behind the Scenes”

Controversy and Rehabilitation

Same-Sex Marriage Controversy Chick-fil-A found itself at the center of public controversy in June and July of 2012. The controversy was caused by belittling comments made by the company’s Chief Operating Officer, Dan T. Cathy, about same-sex marriage. He made several public statements about same-sex marriage, saying that those who “have the audacity to defineContinue reading “Controversy and Rehabilitation”

“My Pleasure”: How Chick-fil-A Created an Everlasting (Pop)Culture

Chick-fil-A is a restaurant that is always known for its tremendous service and gratitude. You will rarely leave the cashier or drive-thru window without hearing a “my pleasure” after thanking them. This culture created by the company has left an everlasting impact on our everyday lives; especially in the media. There are hundreds of memesContinue reading ““My Pleasure”: How Chick-fil-A Created an Everlasting (Pop)Culture”

Chick-fil-A and American Studies

The Introduction to American Studies course focused on the study of US culture in all its various forms. We practiced doing American Studies, and this project allowed us to do just that. American foodways often refer to the intersection of food in culture, traditions, and history. Giving a background of the history of Chick-fil-A gives us aContinue reading “Chick-fil-A and American Studies”

Works Cited

“About Truett”. truettcathy.com. Archived from the original on May 7, 2009. Retrieved December 5 ,2019. “Executive Biographies: Dan T. Cathy, President and Chief Operating Officer”. Chick-fil-A. Archived from the original on March 9, 2012. Retrieved December 5, 2019. Collier, Myles (July 18, 2012). “Chick-fil-A President Says ‘God’s Judgment’ Coming Because of Same-Sex Marriage”. The Christian Post. Archived from the original on July 20, 2012. Retrieved December 5, 2019.Continue reading “Works Cited”