Hi friends,today I happened to visit a famous burger chain outlet...(need not disclose the name as such!) and happened to taste chicken nuggets.Initially,I was very excited and happy to taste this dish for two reasons..mainly because of my fondness of chicken and secondly,when I had made nuggets myself at home with some ready to make frozen packets ,they were just excellent ,crispy,tasty and complete value-for-money snack..! almost with same notion,i was all set to drop the morsel in my mouth.But honestly,nothing like that happened as I threw a glance at this dish..
These nuggets were more looking like "Bhajiyas"(Indian fritters made of gram flour) than an american fried snacks..there was no crispy quoting of breadcrumbs or cornflakes or alike..secondly,one had to search for its crispiness.Though they were hot,they were soggy and not crunchy..The taste too was not over-the -top ..Overall,It turned out to be a mediocre dish that had got hyped due to its world famous company name.I realize one thing that people come to these outlets not because they are hungry but because they want to kill their time and put something into their open mouths that can fill their stomach for little time.Also going to such outlets has become a part of fashion and status in today's teenagers.
No doubt,there are some good things about these pizza and burger chains.Especially,burger chains are not too expensive and in approximately 50-100 rupees one can stuff his stomach to a satisfactory extent.But standing in a queue,placing an order ,waiting for your order number and going and fetching your tray on your own is highly arduous and clumsy for Indian hands.! Such type of discipline is heavy for us...I personally prefer burger over pizzas though I love pizzas more.But like any other middle-class budget customer,I too see price list first.And burger along with its cost fills my stomach and doesn't empty monthly budget at the same time.I generally keep pizzas for celebrations.i..e if anyone wants to treat me out and asks my choice then I certainly opt for pizza.On the same hand,If I want to treat my friends out for a brunch on my preferences,I would jump for pizzas again.
Well,this inspires me to think that why these american fast food chains have become soo popular and integral part of Indian life? These foods have occupied so much space in our heart and right upto kitchens that they have left no ball unturned.Ok.Firstly,these restaurants provide enough space to sit and relax even though you don't order anything.They will mind only during weekends when their rush is over -spilling.Secondly,they are pocket friendly.Thirdly,You need not wait for long to get your order.Unlike any other Indian restaurants you need not wait too long to receive your menu .Only if your order is long and of time consuming dish,you have to stand for pretty longer time for your order to get ready.Fourthly,these chains have excellent marketing and advertising strategies.They are excellent at pitching their target customers.Hold on,even though I have stated few above advantages we should also look at their downsides.The most important thing about this food is you can't eat them everyday unlike our Indian breakfasts like dosas,upma or poha.for a simple reason that they are not good for your health.Even dieticians these days are warning to stay away from such foods as it contains bad cholesterol in pretty lager quantity.On medical and fitness ground too,our Indian snacks have stood the test of time and have been proved "healthy".I personally would appreciate Indian way of hotelling where a waiter or a captain or a manager takes care of every single customer walking in his restaurant and serving him.Finally,you are "Valued"there.! whatever it may be,but udupi or any regional Indian restaurants are unbeatable despite these firangi food.and this desi food gets ten on ten on my report card..!
These nuggets were more looking like "Bhajiyas"(Indian fritters made of gram flour) than an american fried snacks..there was no crispy quoting of breadcrumbs or cornflakes or alike..secondly,one had to search for its crispiness.Though they were hot,they were soggy and not crunchy..The taste too was not over-the -top ..Overall,It turned out to be a mediocre dish that had got hyped due to its world famous company name.I realize one thing that people come to these outlets not because they are hungry but because they want to kill their time and put something into their open mouths that can fill their stomach for little time.Also going to such outlets has become a part of fashion and status in today's teenagers.
No doubt,there are some good things about these pizza and burger chains.Especially,burger chains are not too expensive and in approximately 50-100 rupees one can stuff his stomach to a satisfactory extent.But standing in a queue,placing an order ,waiting for your order number and going and fetching your tray on your own is highly arduous and clumsy for Indian hands.! Such type of discipline is heavy for us...I personally prefer burger over pizzas though I love pizzas more.But like any other middle-class budget customer,I too see price list first.And burger along with its cost fills my stomach and doesn't empty monthly budget at the same time.I generally keep pizzas for celebrations.i..e if anyone wants to treat me out and asks my choice then I certainly opt for pizza.On the same hand,If I want to treat my friends out for a brunch on my preferences,I would jump for pizzas again.
Well,this inspires me to think that why these american fast food chains have become soo popular and integral part of Indian life? These foods have occupied so much space in our heart and right upto kitchens that they have left no ball unturned.Ok.Firstly,these restaurants provide enough space to sit and relax even though you don't order anything.They will mind only during weekends when their rush is over -spilling.Secondly,they are pocket friendly.Thirdly,You need not wait for long to get your order.Unlike any other Indian restaurants you need not wait too long to receive your menu .Only if your order is long and of time consuming dish,you have to stand for pretty longer time for your order to get ready.Fourthly,these chains have excellent marketing and advertising strategies.They are excellent at pitching their target customers.Hold on,even though I have stated few above advantages we should also look at their downsides.The most important thing about this food is you can't eat them everyday unlike our Indian breakfasts like dosas,upma or poha.for a simple reason that they are not good for your health.Even dieticians these days are warning to stay away from such foods as it contains bad cholesterol in pretty lager quantity.On medical and fitness ground too,our Indian snacks have stood the test of time and have been proved "healthy".I personally would appreciate Indian way of hotelling where a waiter or a captain or a manager takes care of every single customer walking in his restaurant and serving him.Finally,you are "Valued"there.! whatever it may be,but udupi or any regional Indian restaurants are unbeatable despite these firangi food.and this desi food gets ten on ten on my report card..!
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