Outrage grows over pricing of iconic snack as Aussies voice their concerns
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The humble meat pie is as Australian as kangaroos and the Sydney Opera House.
It's a culinary icon that has warmed the bellies of Aussies from all walks of life for generations.
Whether at a footy match or from the local bakery, a meat pie is a simple pleasure that's supposed to be affordable and accessible to everyone.
The image posted on social media showed a steak and potato pie with a price tag that left many Australians reeling: $10.90.
The caption, 'Meat pie inflation,' succinctly summarised the issue.
The cost-of-living crisis has been nibbling away at our wallets, but to see such an impact on the meat pie, of all things, has been a step too far for many.
Social media users were quick to express their outrage, with comments ranging from disbelief to declarations of the price being 'un-Australian.'
The meat pie, after all, is supposed to be a working-class meal, not a luxury item.
'That’s UN-AUSTRALIAN,' one user exclaimed.
'I don’t doubt that pies are more expensive for good reason. But I’m not paying 10 dollars for one.'
Some users even reminisced about the days when pies were a mere $3.50 to $4.50, a price that felt 'about right.'
Whether sauce was included became a tongue-in-cheek quip amidst the frustration.
However, not everyone was up in arms.
Voices from within the food industry came to the defence of the bakery in question.
They pointed out the harsh reality of rising costs for ingredients like butter, yeast, flour, cheese, and meat.
One baker noted that while their bakery managed to keep pies at around $6, they couldn't fault others for charging more due to the expensive nature of running a bakery.
The debate highlighted a broader issue: the struggle of small businesses to stay afloat in an economy where everything seems to be getting more expensive.
A social media user with family ties to a bakery explained the dilemma of raising prices in fear of losing customers to supermarket giants like Woolies and Coles.
This pie-pricing predicament is just the tip of the iceberg.
There is are is a looming crisis in another beloved sector: coffee.
Cafe owners are warning that the price of a flat white could soon hit $7 as they struggle to turn a profit.
The cost of living is squeezing operators and consumers, with industry leaders like Phillip Di Bella predicting a wave of closures if the situation doesn't improve.
The call for government intervention is growing louder, with suggestions such as increasing payroll tax thresholds and reforming industrial relations laws.
In other news, Lode Pies and Pastries in Surry Hills is stirring up conversation with its $20 meat pie.
This culinary creation, made with wagyu brisket, takes three days to prepare and is served with a side of chicken sauce for drizzling. You can read more about it here.
Have you noticed a rise in the cost of your favourite treats? How has it affected your daily life? Let's discuss this in the comments below.
It's a culinary icon that has warmed the bellies of Aussies from all walks of life for generations.
Whether at a footy match or from the local bakery, a meat pie is a simple pleasure that's supposed to be affordable and accessible to everyone.
The image posted on social media showed a steak and potato pie with a price tag that left many Australians reeling: $10.90.
The caption, 'Meat pie inflation,' succinctly summarised the issue.
The cost-of-living crisis has been nibbling away at our wallets, but to see such an impact on the meat pie, of all things, has been a step too far for many.
Australians are expressing outrage over the high price of a meat and potato pie, viewed as a staple snack. Credit: Reddit
Social media users were quick to express their outrage, with comments ranging from disbelief to declarations of the price being 'un-Australian.'
The meat pie, after all, is supposed to be a working-class meal, not a luxury item.
'That’s UN-AUSTRALIAN,' one user exclaimed.
'I don’t doubt that pies are more expensive for good reason. But I’m not paying 10 dollars for one.'
Some users even reminisced about the days when pies were a mere $3.50 to $4.50, a price that felt 'about right.'
Whether sauce was included became a tongue-in-cheek quip amidst the frustration.
However, not everyone was up in arms.
Voices from within the food industry came to the defence of the bakery in question.
They pointed out the harsh reality of rising costs for ingredients like butter, yeast, flour, cheese, and meat.
One baker noted that while their bakery managed to keep pies at around $6, they couldn't fault others for charging more due to the expensive nature of running a bakery.
The debate highlighted a broader issue: the struggle of small businesses to stay afloat in an economy where everything seems to be getting more expensive.
A social media user with family ties to a bakery explained the dilemma of raising prices in fear of losing customers to supermarket giants like Woolies and Coles.
This pie-pricing predicament is just the tip of the iceberg.
There is are is a looming crisis in another beloved sector: coffee.
Cafe owners are warning that the price of a flat white could soon hit $7 as they struggle to turn a profit.
The cost of living is squeezing operators and consumers, with industry leaders like Phillip Di Bella predicting a wave of closures if the situation doesn't improve.
The call for government intervention is growing louder, with suggestions such as increasing payroll tax thresholds and reforming industrial relations laws.
In other news, Lode Pies and Pastries in Surry Hills is stirring up conversation with its $20 meat pie.
This culinary creation, made with wagyu brisket, takes three days to prepare and is served with a side of chicken sauce for drizzling. You can read more about it here.
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