The tradition of receiving free chips and salsa at the start of a meal may be under threat. Proposed tariffs on tomatoes are expected to drive up costs for hospitality businesses, potentially ending one of the most common gestures of dining hospitality.
According to Salon Food, these trade measures could make the cost of producing salsa prohibitive for many establishments. Rather than absorbing the price hikes, restaurants may be forced to turn these complimentary snacks into paid line items on their menus.
