Local support for restaurants is imperative

It's tempting for consumers to stop dining out when budgets get tight, but it's also important to support local restaurants, according to one writer. Old favorites need their loyal customers if they are going to remain afloat, and new chefs and restaurateurs need diners to help them stay around long enough to make their mark. If you need to watch your budget, this writer suggests, share an appetizer or cut back on the fancy cocktails.

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This story published in National Restaurant Association SmartBrief on 11/20/2008





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