The culinary scene in the vibrant neighborhoods of Thailand often holds delightful surprises for its denizens. Yet, a recent episode involving a dessert escapade has sparked a fervent wave of online discourse within the local “We Are Consumers” community group. The incident revolves around an elusive cake shop that tantalized taste buds but also left a sizeable dent in the pockets of patrons. The shop, shrouded in mystery due to its undisclosed menu prices, particularly raised eyebrows when customers stumbled upon a single slice of blueberry cheesecake, bearing an astonishing price tag of 330 Thai Baht.
The initial post that ignited this wildfire of criticism stated, “Blueberry Cheesecake for 330 Baht per slice – Do you all think it’s too expensive? People in the neighborhood expected it to be around 220 Baht at most. Three of us ordered a slice each and ended up paying a shocking 990 Baht. The drinks, too, lacked flavor in proportion to the price. This isn’t just about finding confections; it’s about encountering bewilderment.”
Further inquiries revealed that the cashiers confirmed the validity of the 330 Baht price point. To add an extra layer of confusion, the menu items were devoid of numerical pricing, listing only product identifiers ranging from 119 to 129. This inadvertently led customers to misunderstand these numbers as cake prices.
The story promptly turned into a viral sensation, with fervent debates and arguments among the online community. Diverse opinions emerged, with some decrying the cake’s steep price tag as exorbitant, stating that it could easily be sold by the pound at this rate. Moreover, the absence of transparent pricing on the menu was called into question, potentially raising legal concerns.
“Even a 5-star hotel cake wouldn’t cost this much,” one user noted, while another chimed in, “It’s definitely pricey, but the shop can set any price they want. The issue is whether they communicated it clearly. If not, it might be against the law.” Calls to report the matter to the Department of Internal Trade were also suggested, alongside comments like “This is more expensive than international gourmet cakes” and “If there’s no clear pricing in the menu, we have the right to complain.”
Several netizens even ventured to share that the featured cake uncannily resembled a dessert from a renowned bakery. One user pondered, “Simply put, if there’s no price listed on the menu and the cake is from another bakery, they might be reselling it. If this is true, they might not be able to keep their shop name (because of the lack of clear pricing). If asked whether 330 Baht per slice is expensive, my answer would be a resounding yes. Even 5-star hotel cakes don’t cost this much.”
The incident continues to highlight the significance of price transparency and the need for consumers to be well-informed about their purchases. As the digital dialogue rages on, the lesson remains that an engaged and vocal consumer base can play a crucial role in shaping fair practices within the culinary market.
