The review critiques the new Dope Tapas in Dublin for charging high prices despite serving traditional small plates. The article draws parallels between historical instances of discontent over basic necessities and current expectations in dining. It emphasizes that staple foods are vital in every culture to complement more costly ingredients, using examples such as pasta, rice, and couscous, alongside the Irish staple, potatoes. The review reflects a broader commentary on economic factors influencing dining experiences.
"While it's normal to expect small plates at a tapas bar, they aren't usually accompanied by big prices, writes our critic, as she visits the new Dope Tapas in south county Dublin."
"The stodgy staples of life are a necessity in every society, to pad out the more expensive proteins and vegetables - the Italians with their pasta, the Asians with rice and the Middle Easterns with their couscous."
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