--Bryan wrote:
> On Nov 9, 4:47 pm, "Janet Bostwick" > wrote:
>> "Ubiquitous" > wrote in message
>>
>> ...
>> snip
>> OK,> then there's her claim that Chinese take-out costs 30 to 40
>> dollars for
>>> a family of four;
>>
>> snip
>> That's what it would cost for a family of 4 around here. Actually, I
>> haven't checked for several years, but back then meal for 2 was over
>> $20 without the tip.
>>
> Tips on takeout? Also $10 each is a lot for Chinese takee-outee.

I could spend that much easily but I'd wind up with enough food
for 4 hungry people. $10 would buy a quart of anything on my local
place's menu. Two different selections and we've got leftovers
galore. Depends where you live, of course, but I could feed a crowd
with 40 bucks.

nancy