We have been trying to watch our nonessential expenditures but still enjoy dining out. Please share any special deals for Asheville area restaurants that you are aware of or good spots to have a fairly nice dinner at under... (10 replies, last updated by SISC February 11, 2009)

How has the economic downturn affected your eating habits, if at all? Do you have any tips or tricks for saving money during the week? I’ve been making my coffee at home (Porto Rico Importing Company – yum) and... (2 replies, last updated by Ruth Lafler November 12, 2008)

I was wondering if any of you have any first hand knowledge whether any or all of our favorite Tri-State area restaurants are feeling the heat from the Economic downturn. Have any of you noticed whether its been easier to get... (29 replies, last updated by georgeb February 20, 2009)

The Miami Chamber of Commerce just sent out a letter to all Miami Spice participants that due to the economic downturn (how many times a day do you hear those two words), Miami Spice will be done again beginning in February. Stay... (0 replies, last updated by luvtoeatwell December 14, 2008)

Was wondering how economic downturn is affecting the top tables in France. Tables easier to get? Restaurants still full? (1 reply, last updated by WineAG December 2, 2008)

NY Times article with comments from Michelle Bernstein, Myles Chefetz (Prime 112, Big Pink, Nemo, Shoji) and others on the effects of the economic downturn -> http://www.nytimes.com/2008/10/22/dining/22nation.html (0 replies, last updated by Frodnesor October 22, 2008)

in light of the economic downturn. The new restaurant will be more casual and menu items will be on average 33% cheaper... (2 replies, last updated by pants February 28, 2009)

Ya because that makes sense during an economic downturn. Kind of a strange decision for a popular restaurant to make. (1 reply, last updated by Elyssa October 30, 2008)

Up in Laurel Village for work and noted that Cafe Lo Cubano closed. No sign on the door. Seems like we’ve seen a lot of notices like these lately; the economic downturn? Anyhow, I’ll miss the cortadito and wifi. (2 replies, last updated by ChowFun_derek September 4, 2008)

to be having a raucous time.) I wonder if the economic downturn is having an impact, because a place like Del Posto relies so much on the hedge fund crowd. (1 reply, last updated by Lucia December 8, 2008)

In London this weekend and wanted to go to Sketch Gallery (can’t afford the Lecture Room since we are in an economic downturn!!) but alas i waited too long to make the booking. Anyone have any good suggestions for an... (3 replies, last updated by kristainlondon November 3, 2008)

(economic downturn, anyone?). Any and all suggestions are greatly appreciated. - J (1 reply, last updated by Raycharleson February 20, 2003)

Greens. I think Ford’s may be in danger also. The place has celeb appeal; but the food is overpriced. Ben’s last place, Chadwick, went under I think during an economic downturn also. (4 replies, last updated by Adsvino January 22, 2009)

Curt, have you noticed any drastic negative effect the economic downturn & recent political turmoil have on the Bangkok fine dining scene? (5 replies, last updated by klyeoh April 22, 2009)

I’ve heard that some restaurants are now doing these in response to the economic downturn. I’ve seen a few menus, but for other ones that advertise a prix-fixe menu, I can’t find any details. Such as what the... (2 replies, last updated by hsk August 19, 2009)