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The Haves & Have-Nots
uncertain. These restaurants are known for offering an unparalleled culinary experience, using the finest ingredients, employing highly skilled chefs and staff, and providing a level of service that is unmatched in the hospitality industry.
But with rising costs and economic uncertainty, there are many who think twice before shelling out large sums of money on a single meal. In addition, the economic uncertainty brought on by the pandemic further exacerbated this issue, with many losing their jobs or experiencing a reduction in income.
There are some who warn that highend Michelin restaurants must adapt in order to survive. This could involve reducing prices, offering more affordable options or finding ways to streamline operations to reduce costs.
pivoted to this model during the pandemic and did a brisk trade. By offering highquality meals that can be enjoyed at home, they could reach a larger customer base and generate more revenue.
However, there are some who believe that such restaurants should not compromise one iota on quality or price, but instead focus on providing an even more exceptional dining experience in order to justify their skyhigh prices. This could involve offering more innovative and unique dishes, sourcing even higherquality ingredients, or providing an even higher level of service and attention to detail.
So, it’s hard to see how Tristan and Jocasta GallivantJodhpur, Jemima MoneybagsCashpot, Sophia ExcessCapital and their mates need worry. There’ll always be the Haves and HaveNots in the world.
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Admittedly, the future of highend Michelin restaurants during a costofliving crisis is
One potential solution is to offer a more casual dining experience. Many of these restaurants have strict dress codes and reservation policies that can be intimidating for some diners. By offering a more relaxed atmosphere, they might be able to attract a wider clientele.
Another option is to focus on takeout and delivery options. A number of restaurants
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Polestar 2 - cool, trendy and capable
byMarkSlack
MENTION electric cars to even the least car aware person and it’s highly likely they’ll talk Tesla. It’s been the EV brand of choice and remained relatively unchallenged.
However, there’s a similarly cool, trendy and eminently capable rival in the form of the Polestar 2. While not carrying the sleek and smooth exterior of the Tesla, the Polestar, part of the Volvo stable, has a determined and muscular stance. Inside there’s a definite Scandinavian vibe with a range of stylish treatments from light wood and fabrics to Nappa leather and black ash veneers. It’s a very nice place to be seated.
A large central screen, which still doesn’t cut it over buttons in my view, is reason ably intuitive with exception ally clear graphics. Although the interior is definitely minimalist there’s no loss of premium feel. As with the exterior of the car it’s the archetypal less is more effect that has been executed so well by Polestar.
Standard features across all Polestar 2 models includes automatic lights and wipers, heated powered seats, 19inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, high beam assist, adaptive LED rear lights, navigation, climate, keyless entry and start, auto lights and wipers, wireless charging, electric steering with three modes and Apple Car Play and Google builtin although having to say ‘Hey Google’ to execute commands is somewhat of a gimmick in this writer’s view and one of the best standard in car audio systems. Four extra cost option packs are offered depending on model.
On the power front you can specify a standard single motor, a longrange version and then a longrange dual motor. The range varies with the configuration, but 321 to 395 miles is the variance. In real world terms think of de creasing these figures by about 10 per cent and you probably would be about at your realworld range. In my experience the Polestar comes close to meeting its mileage expectations. As with combustion powered cars range depends on how you drive. These range figures aren’t quite up to Tesla standard, but they’re still very useable and, considering the weight and style of the Polestar, most impressive.
On the road the Polestar has a certain something terventionist when activated. With prices starting from €55,327/£44,950 it’s an EV that merits much praise and one which is an increasingly frequent presence on the road.
POLESTAR 2: An EV that merits much praise and is an increasingly frequent presence on the road.
