Re: Ordering Takeout
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Simple meals (steak/potatoes or chicken and steamed vegetables) are definitely cheaper when prepared at home.
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My GF and I decided to make a roast once. We went and got the meat $24. Potatoes + gravy mix + veggies was another ~$10. So $34 vs $47.50+tip had we gone to Friday's which is a nice upmarket restaurant specializing in prime rib (not the US chain).
When you consider it involved a trip to the butcher and a trip to the grocery store. Over 2 hours of cooking and 20 minutes of cleaning to save $20-23 it works out to selling your time for $4-6/hr
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hmmm, true. I would like to think your roast was a lot larger than what you'd get in the restaurant.
I guess for some, the inconvenience is too high, and they are willing to pay the premium.
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