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Blatant lying on TV ad.
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“ My favourite is the picture of food on a plate with "Serving suggestion" printed in the corner.
Just to be clear, we're not suggesting that the food actually looks like the picture on the packet, we're just pointing out that you can use a plate if you were wondering how to put it on the table without making a mess of the tablecloth.
Originally posted by jack_pott ”
Time was - those pictures used to include extra vegetables or side dishes for those who were unfamiliar with the product. Then stupid people complained that the other stuff wasn't included in the packet/tin so we get this daft picture of the stuff on a plate or in a bowl for those who might otherwise be tempted to just stick a straw in the top and slurp away,
OH was in Tesco some time ago. A woman at the customer services desk was kicking off big time about the 4 intant/disposable barbeques (the ones that have one-shot charcoal in a heavy duty tinfoil tray) she'd bought for a family do. Seems when she opened them, there was no food inside - but the picture on the lid showed steak, chicken and sausages.0 -
Cuts cleaning time in half" but what's the original time anyway?
Like 'Lifetime guarantee'. Whose life? The company's 78 year old CEO, or his 2 year old great grandson?0 -
I hate the Lloyds Pharmacy ads which are on during gameshows like Countdown and The Chase.
"How are you today?"
- Well, umm I'm actually feeling a bit rough because of what happened.....
*The Chase music*
- Sod ya then!
*turns off The Chase*0
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