[Qiviut]

I have found that most of my dining out experiences are less than satisfactory these days for one reason or another: food isn’t good, service is lousy, price too high, plus our locale now has added a “meals tax” ....

Bottom line, if I want lousy food and service, I can do it at home myself a heck of a lot cheaper than eating out.

[MaxMax]

Good cooking is a scientific art form, and must be practiced to achieve culinary bliss.

I'm still practicing.

[catnipman]

“I have found that most of my dining out experiences are less than satisfactory these days for one reason or another: food isn’t good, service is lousy, price too high, plus our locale now has added a “meals tax” ....”

Ditto. Plus I’m a VERY good cook, PLUS I’m a stickler for fresh, wholesome, high-quality ingredients.