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Gen Z are scaling back on eating out because they have 'menu anxiety': They're too scared to talk to waiters, and inflation-bloated bills freak them out.

  • Published In: Fortune.com, 2023. P. N.PAG 1 of 3

  • Database: Business Source Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: Pringle, Eleanor 3 of 3

Abstract

The article focuses on the social anxiety experienced by Generation Z, particularly in dining situations, as a result of formative experiences during the COVID-19 pandemic. A study by British restaurant chain Prezzo revealed that 34% of Gen Z diners aged 18 to 24 feel too nervous to speak to waitstaff, leading them to ask others to communicate on their behalf. Additionally, concerns about the cost of dining out and the pressure to align eating habits with health and social values contribute to their anxiety. The article highlights a trend of Gen Z cooking at home more frequently as a response to these challenges. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Fortune.com. 2023/12, pN.PAG
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Social Sciences and Humanities
  • Publication Date:2023
  • Accession Number:174253083
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