I will just let this speak for itself:

Hello,

In spirit of growing our brand and name we are looking to create a new logo for our restaurant. Amarcord Ristorante is an Italian restaurant with a fine dining atmosphere yet still presents a cozy environment that is relaxed. Amarcord is based on the Emilia Romagna region of Italy and the restaurant name was inspired by the movie Amarcord (Directed by Federico Fellini, 1973). Amarcord in Italian means “I remember”. I hope this gives you some ideas and let the best artist win. We ask that it is sent in a PDF format as well.

The winner of the logo creating contest will have their artwork appear on the front of our menu and website. You will also win a dinner for two of up to $100 value in our restaurant. The winner will be chosen by the Management team. All entries are due in by Tuesday, November 10th.

So in other words – you want someone to design a logo for you in exchange for dinner that is valued at $100.00 at your restaurant. Your cost for the meal will be about $25.00 and then you pretend that there is something amazing about having the logo that is designed for you for this amazing prize used on your menu and website to further your success?

This is crazy.

1. $100.00 for a custom logo is a laugh to begin with.
2. Just be honest and say “please design us a logo in exchange for food”
3. Just hire someone to do you an awesome logo for a couple hundred dollars and let them choose where they wish to eat.

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