Charles thinks fine dining and special occasions go hand in hand, and says he goes to fine dining when“ we haven’ t been in awhile or there is something to celebrate.” When it comes to fine dining, Charles likes to do his research, especially when traveling. He uses apps like Google Maps, Trip Advisor and Yelp to find restaurants nearby. He primarily bases his fine dining decisions on user reviews, but word of mouth from friends and coworkers and the input of his girlfriend also influence his decisions. Charles doesn’ t keep up with restaurants on social media and says he probably wouldn’ t consider following, even if the restaurant posted coupons or special deals.
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Charles
Age: 29 Lives: Suburb of Baltimore Occupation: Engineer
Charles thinks fine dining and special occasions go hand in hand, and says he goes to fine dining when“ we haven’ t been in awhile or there is something to celebrate.” When it comes to fine dining, Charles likes to do his research, especially when traveling. He uses apps like Google Maps, Trip Advisor and Yelp to find restaurants nearby. He primarily bases his fine dining decisions on user reviews, but word of mouth from friends and coworkers and the input of his girlfriend also influence his decisions. Charles doesn’ t keep up with restaurants on social media and says he probably wouldn’ t consider following, even if the restaurant posted coupons or special deals.
" I really don’ t like coupons or special deals. I think there’ s a time and place, but not at a fine dining restaurant--it would cheapen the experience and it would lose a bit of the mystique."