A recent survey found that over fifty percent of workers sometimes forgo their workday lunch due to the price. When asked about a reasonable midday meal, the majority indicated a ceiling of about 170 crowns. In September, the actual average expenditure on lunch rose to almost 203 crowns. The gap between what people are willing to pay and what they actually spend is driving changes in behavior. Many employees are now cutting back on dining out. Bringing a packed lunch from home has become a common alternative. The trend reflects growing concern over food costs among the workforce.