Don’t expect the act of throwing tomatoes at bad performers on stage to make a comeback anytime soon.
The price of the food staple has gone up more than any other product over the past year, the Associated Press reported.
“The tomato has become a symbol of something much deeper,” says Isaac Bernal Carbajo, a New York City chef. “Something as basic as buying fresh vegetables is starting to become a serious financial decision for many families.”
Tomato prices are up about 40% over a year ago, according to the latest consumer price index. Other major cost increases include coffee by 18.5%, which also sees increased prices because of climate change. Seafood has also seen an increase of 12%.
