The trend of minimum spending requirements in restaurants is growing, particularly in major cities like London, where establishments like Gymkhana and Chutney Mary enforce minimum spends to combat cancellations and no-shows. This practice, along with requiring deposits for reservations, aims to ensure financial stability for restaurants facing rising costs. While it may help high-end venues, it could negatively impact local eateries that thrive on community and repeat customers. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)