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Niccol said. “What we’re seeing is people, you know, they want to have a special experience, and regardless of what your income level is. In some cases, you know, a $9 experience does feel like you’re splurging. And then, what that means is we have to make it worthwhile, right?”

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[–] Finofilipino@lemmy.world 1 points 2 months ago

Besides. Who doesn't love trying a small chain when they stumble on one?

Luckily in Europe the norm is locally owned coffee shops, bars, restaurants, etc.

If I see a chain I just prefer not to enter and go to an independent owner instead.