click to enlarge Daria Bishop Poblano chile omelette at The notion of a bargain has shifted in the past year, with prices for everything from bread to burgers showing marked elevation. , a breakfast and lunch mainstay for almost 20 years in Essex Junction, updated its menu just a few months ago to reflect not only higher ingredient costs but also pay increases for employees. Those were necessary to attract and retain staff, according to owner Jake Tran. "I held out as long as I could," Tran said.

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