“That means less eating out, trading down to less expensive places, skimping on brand names to buy generics, etc.”
I’ve always preferred casual the little bit I do eat out.
Went out last Saturday to causal local pub, she had a burger, fries, and 1 draft beer, I had a rueben,
chips, and 1 beer. $60 tab with tip. And it was nothing special, food wise. But it did have a good
view of the snow falling on the Bay, and had a nice fireplace kicking out some warmth, so it
was a pleasant way to enjoy a meal.