Is this transitory?

Man we had same conversation. Going out for “normal” meal is a lot of money. I feel for restaurants, understand food increased, don’t blame them. But damn. How much for a night out. Would rather stay in mostly. https://t.co/lhgVOVOqSd

— Cernovich (@Cernovich) February 28, 2023

Someone I know got a very sad McDonald's chicken burger combo late last year. Price? $15! That's now the baseline here in Canada. A dinner date at a restaurant can easily top $100.

The bizarre thing is that one doesn't even have to cook at home to save money. Rotisserie chicken at my local grocery store is often on sale for $8 and it tastes much better than expensive and atrocious fast food.