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Grilling up the Cost: Breaking Down the Rise in "Shashlik Set" Prices
Dive into the reasons behind the 8% spike in the average cost of a "shashlik set" in Russia, surpassing 3,500 rubles, as revealed by data from the "Check Index" analytical resource.
Your holiday barbecue budget might be feeling the heat as the average check for grilled meat has skyrocketed by 14% to 904 rubles. Grills aren't left untouched either, experiencing a jump of 11% to 1,786 rubles. But there's a silver lining—certain items, such as wood coal, have seen a 1% decrease to 271 rubles, while lighter fluid costs 8% less at 228 rubles.
With an estimated average check for a "shashlik set" at 3,572 rubles in April, you might need to rethink your pocket money plans for dining alfresco. Interestingly, Russians predominantly opt for non-chain stores for their meat purchases, with pork, chicken, and lamb being the top choices.
Insights:
- Economic conditions and inflation can alter food prices.
- The price of ingredients like meat and spices significantly impacts the overall cost of a "shashlik set."
- Currency fluctuations influence import costs and, consequently, shashlik prices.
- Consumer demand fluctuates based on travel and holiday seasons, regional differences, and other factors.
Quick facts:
- The early and dry spring might have contributed to a 30-35% increase in demand in March compared to last year.
- Demand has slightly decreased in April as usual after the first month of active grilling.
- The Great Lent before Easter, which fell on April 20, impacted the shashlik market.
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- Due to the rise in the average cost of a "shashlik set" to over 3,500 rubles, budgeting for outdoor living during holiday barbecues may require reevaluation, as shown by data from the "Check Index" analytical resource.
- In the context of the average check for grilled meat increasing by 14% and grills jumping 11%, it's essential to consider the decreasing costs of certain items such as wood coal (271 rubles, down 1%) and lighter fluid (228 rubles, down 8%).
- As reported by Moscow-based journalist Natalia Petrova, the price surge in "shashlik sets" can be attributed to factors like economic conditions, inflation, currency fluctuations, and regional differences, which influence the cost of essential ingredients like meat and spices.
- Consumer demand for "shashlik sets" fluctuates seasonally, with a 30-35% increase in March compared to last year, followed by a slight decrease in April. Interestingly, the Great Lent before Easter was also found to have an impact on the shashlik market.
