Published on Wednesday, June 11, 2008
By Pasadena Star Staff Writer
In these tough economic times, with skyrocketing prices of food, gas and other goods and services, consumers are juggling their priorities as budgets continue to be squeezed. Some are dining out less and looking for more economical neighborhood joints. The days of splurging at luxury restaurants are often just reserved for very special occasions - and sometimes not even then.
The average American consumes 76 percent of his/her meals at home, according to the National Restaurant Association.
These are difficult times for restaurants, says Rob Finley, senior vice president, California Restaurant Association. "People have less expendable income. What remains very clear is that the cost of doing business has gone up greatly in the last year with increased labor and food costs and more - and providers are passing the price increases along to consumers. Consumers are a lot more selective right now
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