Happy Meals are a signature feature of McDonald's, but there was an early competitor with a similar offering not long before.

McDonald’s introduced the Happy Meal back in 1979, and it quickly became more than just a kids’ menu option. It was one of the first times a fast food chain combined food with collectible toys, ...

From their disputed origins in the late 1970s to their role as a marketing powerhouse today, McDonald's Happy Meals have become a cultural icon. Blending food, fun, and collectibility, they’ve tapped ...

Red plastic McDonald's Happy Meal box with cartoon eyes and a yellow arches handle on a plain white background - Dontree_M/Shutterstock While McDonald's doesn't disclose exactly how much money it ...

In this edition of our Iconic Packs series we examine the history of McDonald's packaging, from the launch of the Happy Meal ...