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Tyler Cowen’s guide to finding good food in America boils down to “If there’s something about this restaurant that makes it more pleasant that isn’t about the f
by barry-cotter 7y ago
Tyler Cowen’s guide to finding good food in America boils down to “If there’s something about this restaurant that makes it more pleasant that isn’t about the food that’s weak evidence the food isn’t that good”
If the interior decor is good, or the location is convenient or in a hip neighbourhood, or the wait staff are young and attractive, or the service is impeccable they have something going on that isn’t just about the food.
If the only thing they’re selling is good food then it’s going to be good because there’s no other reason to go there.
- ThePadawan 7y agoThat is one of thr most poignant lessons I made growing up. I knew a few of the local and regional beers, and at one point noticed an ad for one of the larger brands. Not for a new product, just their standard lager. At that point, someone told me that clearly, they must have an inferior product to those other brands I also knew. Clearly, customers are aware of those without the need for advertising. So they must be a good product.