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The hidden life of buffets

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Jan 12, 2023
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ANECDOTE

Dubai Buffet Manager Recounts Large-Scale Service

  • John Wood described running a 1,000-seat breakfast buffet at the Jumera Beach Hotel in Dubai.
  • He observed guests either sample a bit of everything or pile their plates high to get value for money.
INSIGHT

Value Drives Buffet Plate Behavior

  • Buffet diners balance sampling variety with getting perceived value for money.
  • Paying high prices encourages customers to pile expensive items on their plates.
ANECDOTE

Indian Wedding Caterer Describes Extravagant Buffets

  • Sandeep Sridharan described Indian wedding buffets aiming to 'wow' guests with enormous displays.
  • He noted weddings can invite up to 5,000 guests, each eating multiple dishes, creating massive buffets.
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