AI-Generated Menu Imagery Haunts Chicago Deli and Beyond
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AI-generated images have begun appearing on deli menus, producing uncanny and sometimes grotesque food visuals. At Chi-Town Deli in Chicago, an AI-made sign was used as a temporary placeholder while awaiting real photos, reflecting a broader trend where small eateries turn to AI to cut costs. Public reaction ranges from bemusement to horror as more venues adopt AI imagery, raising questions about AI’s impact on design, marketing, and consumer experience.
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