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India’s Middle Class Spending Boom Comes With Growing Debt Bill
By Katherine Langford
OpenTable CEO on 2027 Dining Trends Report
Marcus Chen
Marcus Chen
Managing Editor · St. Paul, MN
Marcus manages the day-to-day editorial workflow across all brands, coordinating coverage assignments and ensuring editorial standards are met. He previously served as city editor at the Pioneer Press and holds a degree in Political Science from Carleton College.
More from Marcus →Managing Editor · Tuesday, November 10, 2026 at 10:39 PM · 1 min read
OpenTable CEO Debby Soo says diners continue to value restaurant experiences despite economic pressures, with Gen Z especially inclined to go out for celebrations and smaller special occasions. The 2027 dining trends report says 68% of diners expect to eat out the same amount or more, rising to 88% among Gen Z. Soo speaks with Vonnie Quinn & Jess Menton on "The Close." (Source: Bloomberg)
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