https://www.bbc.com/news/articles/c0ljpxek5w2o

The article points to the impact that increasing food costs and the cost of living crisis are having on people’s lives in Britain, showing how even something as simple as having a meal outside can become an economic burden for many people in the country. People like James Deegan, who used to enjoy having meals outside frequently, now only do so occasionally due to the high costs of food in restaurants in the country. In contrast, many restaurants in the country are struggling due to the high costs of doing business in the country, including taxes, wages, fuel costs, and food costs, with fewer restaurants in operation than before the pandemic hit the country. The article also points to the broader change in food culture in today’s society in that having food outside is no longer just about bringing people together but is also about value for money spent in many ways.

Q:In today’s economic climate, is dining out becoming a luxury rather than a normal part of social life ?