Over time, the fascination with nostalgia has surged, leading many to share their collections of antiques or old memorabilia on social media. Whether it’s wedding invitations from 50-60 years ago or vintage vehicle and ration bills, these artefacts often go viral. While they serve as a nostalgic trip for the elderly, for the younger generation, these relics are nothing short of fascinating wonders.
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Recently, a Reddit post featuring a restaurant bill from 2007 sparked discussions about how much food and drink prices have surged over the years. The bill, from a restaurant called "The Supper Factory," displayed a total of ten items priced as low as ₹180, with the overall amount coming to ₹2,522. The post was shared by a Reddit user under the handle @r/delhi, sparking a wave of responses online.
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Here's how the internet reacted:
The caption accompanying the post read: “Found 2 bills from 2007 bar visits in Delhi. Man, I can't believe prices of food and alcohol have jumped up so much since then.”
However, not all users shared the same sentiment. While the post struck a nostalgic chord with some, many sceptics were quick to point out that even in 2007, ₹2,500 wasn’t exactly a cheap night out. One user remarked, “18 saal pehle 2500 were not that much pocket-friendly bhai" (2,500 wasn’t that affordable even 17 years ago, man). Another added, “2007 feels like just 7-8 years ago to me, not 17 years!”
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One user provided more context on the reality of 2007’s prices, commenting, “Oh believe me, that was nowhere near ‘pocket-friendly’ back in 2007. That was an entire month’s rent for a one-room apartment.” Another observed, “People commenting about inflation aren’t getting the point. Salaries haven’t risen anywhere near as much as prices.”
Earlier viral nostalgia post
{{/usCountry}}One user provided more context on the reality of 2007’s prices, commenting, “Oh believe me, that was nowhere near ‘pocket-friendly’ back in 2007. That was an entire month’s rent for a one-room apartment.” Another observed, “People commenting about inflation aren’t getting the point. Salaries haven’t risen anywhere near as much as prices.”
Earlier viral nostalgia post
{{/usCountry}}This is not the first time an old bill or menu has gone viral. In February 2023, a Facebook post shared by Gagret Hulchal showcased a menu card from 1980, listing the prices of sweets, samosas, and kachoris at unbelievably low rates.
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Back then, a samosa cost just 50 paise, while today, it ranges between ₹10 and 15. Sweets like laddoos, gulab jamun, and rasgulla, priced at ₹10 to ₹15 per kilogram, now cost significantly more.