I haven’t been out to dinner in quite some time. The last time I can recall would be back in November for my birthday. So I can’t blame this drought solely on last month’s financial challenge.
I am, of course, discounting fast food restaurants. Although, come to think of it, I haven’t gone to one of those places much lately either. And I’m also skipping Chianti, but that place feels more like family than a restaurant. (And I’ve been served faster there than some actual “fast food” places.)
I used to go out much more often. I remember a time I went out every Friday for a meal. But back then I lived within walking distance of a food court. Now, I am living in the greatest density of culinary art in Edmonton, and yet I barely use it.
Part of the problem would be that it is somewhat uncomfortable to eat in a restaurant alone. I used to have friends who wanted to go out often too, but I no longer live close to them.