Is food delivery worth it?

Lizzy and Lissa break down the hidden costs – financial and otherwise – of food delivery. Food delivery apps can offer a lot of convenience but they can also take a toll on your finances, from sneaky service charges to inflated menu prices and tempting convenience that encourages overspending. What do you think – are they worth it? Main Topics 00:00 Introduction and Personal Experiences with Food Delivery 01:11 Running The Numbers Segment 03:43 Cost Breakdown of Food Delivery 17:08 Our Preferred Apps 21:51 Financial Costs and Inconveniences 30:05 Impact of the Pandemic on Food Delivery 30:46 Ghost Kitchens 34:31 Budgeting for Food Delivery 40:24 20 Cents Segment References for Statistics https://www.businessofapps.com/data/food-delivery-app-market/ https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC10163566/ https://secondmeasure.com/datapoints/food-delivery-services-grubhub-uber-eats-doordash-postmates/ https://pos.toasttab.com/blog/on-the-line/food-delivery-trends Co-Hosts Lizzy Marie, CAIA, is a strategist, alternative investments expert, and a founding partner of Pursuit Funds. Follow Lizzy: Instagram | TikTok Lissa Lumutenga, CFP®, AFC®, is a personal finance expert and content creator. Follow Lissa: YouTube | Instagram | TikTok | LinkedIn Credits ► Produced by Lizzy Marie and Lissa Lumutenga ► Artwork by Lizzy Marie ► Music by Lissa Lumutenga, Net Net Podcast “Theme Song” Talk to us Hit us up, let us know what you think: IS IT WORTH IT? 💸 DM us on Instagram: @netnetpodcast Email us at [email protected] Disclaimer This podcast is for educational, informational, and entertainment purposes only, and should not be constituted as financial advice or any other kind of professional advice. Views and opinions are our own, and Net Net Podcast does not serve as a substitute for personalized financial guidance tailored to your specific situation. Remember to always do YOUR own research, consult a professional as needed, and feel empowered to make your own decisions!