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What's More Important to You: Quality or Quantity of Food?

Mon, 11/24/2008 - 10:15am by YumSugar
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Perhaps in light of the big food holidays coming up, I've been giving a little bit of thought to portion control lately. I recently had a debate with a friend over whether we'd rather eat lots of mediocre food or a smaller quantity of very delicious food.

My friend said he'd rather eat more — but then again, he grew up in a place where portions were huge and buffets were everywhere. I, on the other hand, would rather eat outstanding food in smaller quantities — that is, unless I'm starving.

What about you? Would you go to a more expensive restaurant that served you less over a buffet restaurant where you can eat an unlimited amount of food?

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  • Arivia's picture
    Arivia
    1

    Quality, definitely. The last few times I've stepped into a buffet-type atmosphere, it's made me want to vomit. Too much.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • said8me's picture
    said8me
    3

    i'd say quantity, but no one wants to eat a lot of crappy food! Laughing out loud

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • erinlikestoplay's picture
    erinlikestoplay
    5

    Both! Of course quality is important, but if I leave the table feeling hungry, that's not good. My ideal is moderately-sized portions of very good food.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • Jude C's picture
    Jude C
    6

    It depends, but I can say that I really hate those restaurants where you pay $50 for two teaspoons of food in the middle of a giant plate.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • tlsgirl's picture
    tlsgirl
    7

    A little of both. I don't want to starve, but I don't want to eat crappy food either.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • lms's picture
    lms
    8

    Overall I prefer quality, but there have been those moments when anything would do as long as it was enough to fill you up. It is not until you are full then you realize that it didn't taste good at all. But 9 times out of 10 I go for quality.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • Angela123's picture
    Angela123
    9

    I prefer 'taste' instead of 'quality'! because the food I like/crave may not be expensive or high 'quality', but it damn sure tastes good!

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • Rezgurl's picture
    Rezgurl
    13

    Quality always comes first, but need a good mix of quality and quantity.. hosting a family dinner of 20, quality first, but have to make sure the quantity is there to feed my 6 big nephews!! lol

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • 356UIK's picture
    356UIK
    14

    I love places where I have a 7 course meal and still not be full, but just elated from seeing/trying all the beautiful things the chef can make Smiling

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • ilanac13's picture
    ilanac13
    15

    i think that for myself - quality is definitely more important. yes it can leave you hungry, but if you get a lot of food and it tastes like what you'd imagine dog food to taste like, then you're just wasting more and eating close to nothing. i would rather have a small plate and have it taste great.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • honeyhoney77's picture
    honeyhoney77
    16

    Quality! It's so much more satisfying. Your stomach, well, at least mine, is not meant to be filled up with crap. I enjoy food far too much to settle for quantity.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • indielove's picture
    indielove
    17

    You're right...it's so much more satisfying. I don't need a FULL stomach to feel satiated.

    6 weeks 2 days ago Report Comment
  • Spectra's picture
    Spectra
    19

    Since I usually opt for a salad when we eat out, I actually PREFER a buffet because a) I get a bigger salad and I can put only what I want on it and b) my husband can mow through 4 plates of roast beef and potatoes if he wants to and we don't go broke.

    I've been to one of those places that charges like, $30 for a shrimp cocktail appetizer with 3 shrimp...yeah, that kinda pissed me off. I do want SOME food for my money, you know.

    6 weeks 1 day ago Report Comment
  • dootsie's picture
    dootsie
    22

    If I have to wait an hour to get in, then I should feel sated when I leave.

    6 weeks 1 day ago Report Comment
  • ikxrex's picture
    ikxrex
    25

    Quality is by far the most important to me. I love to eat and I want to eat good food that tastes good and is good for me. On occasion, and I believe most of can relate, a fast food hamburger, french fries and a regular ( not diet) soda pop can hit the spot. ; )

    6 weeks 21 hours ago Report Comment
  • ikxrex's picture
    ikxrex
    26

    Quality is by far the most important to me. I love to eat and I want to eat good food that tastes good and is good for me. On occasion, and I believe most of can relate, a fast food hamburger, french fries and a regular ( not diet) soda pop can hit the spot. ; )

    6 weeks 21 hours ago Report Comment

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