Tag: CBC Dragons’ Den
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How Much Should You Pay for a Jamaican Patty? A Look at the Pricing Debate
Introduction: A Simple Snack Sparks a Complex Conversation The question, “How much would you pay for a Jamaican patty?” has become more than a food decision—it’s a lens into cultural expectations, regional pricing, and the economics of a beloved snack. A recent clip from CBC’s Dragons’ Den, featuring entrepreneur Pierre St. Rose and his Crumbs…
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How Much Should a Jamaican Patty Cost? Debating the Price in the Diaspora
Context: A Dragon’s Den Moment Sparks a Price Debate Recently, a CBC Dragons’ Den clip featuring a Jamaican-Canadian entrepreneur thrust the question of patty pricing into public discourse. The exchange touched a nerve in communities that treat the Jamaican patty as both a savory snack and a cultural touchstone. The question wasn’t just about dollars…
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How Much Should You Pay for a Jamaican Patty? Debating Prices in Diaspora Food Culture
Introduction: A price debate sparked by a Dragon’s Den moment A recent clip from CBC’s Dragon’s Den has stirred a lively discussion in the Jamaican Canadian community about a simple yet deeply cultural food item: the Jamaican patty. When a startup pitch about Crumbs in Toronto touched on pricing, it reopened questions about what a…