A 2007 restaurant bill from Delhi has recently gained attention, igniting discussions about escalating food prices, nostalgia, and evolving perceptions of affordability. The increasing interest in nostalgia has prompted many to showcase antiques and memorabilia on social media, ranging from wedding invitations from decades past to vintage vehicles and ration bills. Such artefacts often become viral sensations, providing a nostalgic experience for older generations while captivating younger audiences.
The Reddit post featuring the 2007 restaurant bill sparked conversations about the steep rise in food and drink prices over the years.
This particular bill, from “The Supper Factory,” listed ten items for a total of ₹2,522, with individual prices starting at just ₹180. Shared by a user on the subreddit r/delhi, the post drew numerous comments and reactions.
Throwing party in 2007 was pocket friendly.
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One commenter shared, “Found 2 bills from 2007 bar visits in Delhi. Man, I can’t believe prices of food and alcohol have jumped up so much since then.” However, opinions varied, as some users noted that even in 2007, spending ₹2,500 was not considered particularly affordable. One user remarked, “18 years ago, ₹2,500 wasn’t that pocket-friendly, man.” Another added, “2007 feels like just 7-8 years ago to me, not 17 years!”
One user provided additional context, stating, “Oh believe me, that was nowhere near ‘pocket-friendly’ back in 2007. That was an entire month’s rent for a one-room apartment.” Another user pointed out, “People commenting about inflation aren’t getting the point. Salaries haven’t risen anywhere near as much as prices.”
This isn’t the first instance of an old bill or menu going viral; in February 2023, a Facebook post featured a menu from 1980 that showcased remarkably low prices for items like sweets and snacks. Back then, a samosa cost merely 50 paise, while current prices range from ₹10 to ₹15.
Sweets like laddoos, gulab jamun, and rasgulla, which used to be priced at ₹10 to ₹15 per kilogram, now cost significantly more.
