The article emphasizes the importance of prioritizing food in one’s budget, recognizing it as a necessary expense where costs can be managed. A couple discusses their dilemma of dining out frequently while seeking to adjust their food budget. The author shares personal insights regarding balancing cooking at home versus dining out, offering strategies for maintaining quality food options without overspending. This suggests a conscious approach to food expenses helps achieve a healthier diet and financial stability.
In life, we have expenses we need to pay for, and we have expenses we choose to pay for. Food is a definite need, and there's no getting around that.
It's a matter of making choices. ... we like to limit dining out and ordering in to a couple of meals per week max.
Because food is a daily expense, I think it's perfectly fine to prioritize it. But I also think there are ways to get your hands on quality food without necessarily spending a small fortune.
Granted, my spouse and I both work full-time and have limited hours to cook. During very busy weeks, we'll often fall back on restaurant food a bit more.
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