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Scandal in Ossendorfbad: Fries from the freezer for top prices!
A father criticizes the high prices and the quality of the food at the Ossendorfbad in Cologne. The debate about finished products and price increases after Corona has flared up.
Scandal in Ossendorfbad: Fries from the freezer for top prices!
Last weekend, an incident at the Ossendorfbad in Cologne caused a stir among bathers. A father expressed his disappointment with the prices and quality of the food on offer. After a fun day in the water, he wanted to eat something with his children, but the bill turned out to be higher than expected. Pizza for up to 15.50 euros, tarte flambée for around 13 euros and fries that cost between 4.50 and 6.50 euros depending on the portion size were on the menu. But the quality left something to be desired - all the dishes were frozen products, while the father had expected fresh dishes, reports az online.
The father's disappointment is not alone. Many users on Reddit shared his opinion and also found the prices exorbitant. Mehmet Sahin, managing director of EfBa Gastronomy, explained the price increases: The costs would have to be adjusted annually, especially after the corona pandemic, in order to be able to cover personnel and supplier costs. He also defended himself against the accusations that only ready-made products were offered and referred to the freshly prepared salads on offer.
Cost of Living Comparison
This price discussion raises the issue of cost of living. A look across the borders to Latvia shows that food prices in the capital Riga are on average 26% cheaper than in Germany. Eating out in restaurants and bars is even 8.2% cheaper there. The average cost of accommodation in Latvia is only around 51 euros.
Cheap food options such as a simple meal for around 10 euros or a fast food meal for around 7.2 euros highlight the more expensive prices in German swimming pools. In comparison, leisure activities and sports in Riga are 19% more expensive, but the overall cost of living is about 18% lower than in Germany, which is made easier by the currency Euro (EUR €), as shown on world prices can be read.
The data on purchasing power parities is also interesting, showing how much consumers in different countries have to pay for their expenses. These parities help compare the cost of living because they take into account all the goods and services consumed. Monthly updated statistics are available on the website destatis whereby the calculations are not only based on a uniform scheme, but also reflect the consumption behavior in the respective countries.
The discussion about prices in Ossendorfbad and the comparison with other European cities clearly shows that pricing policy should be designed sensitively to the wishes of consumers. Given the rising cost of living, it is important to find fair prices for local offerings that are both economical and tasty.