Grocery

Security camera catches delivery driver throwing grocery bags: ‘Hiring ex-baggage handlers’

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Security camera catches delivery driver throwing grocery bags: ‘Hiring ex-baggage handlers’

Shocking CCTV footage has been shared on social media, showing an Australian delivery driver carelessly tossing several bags of groceries onto a customer’s doorstep, damaging items in the process. The home surveillance video was posted on Reddit this week, showing a third-party delivery driver thoughtlessly dumping a Woolworths online order with little regard for its contents. In the clip, … Read more

Is letting your dog do this in the grocery store too much? Debate sparked over ‘gross’ act

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Is letting your dog do this in the grocery store too much? Debate sparked over ‘gross’ act

A controversial photo of a dog sitting inside a shopping cart has sparked intense debate among shoppers. On Sunday, the dog, which appears to be a Staffy, was spotted in a Brisbane Coles while its owner browsed the aisles. The person who snapped the photo shared it on a local Reddit forum, referring to the dog lightheartedly … Read more

‘Entitled’ grocery store trend has shoppers raging: ‘The public gets worse every day!’

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‘Entitled’ grocery store trend has shoppers raging: ‘The public gets worse every day!’

A photo of a filthy supermarket shelf covered in broken eggs has left shoppers divided over who is to blame. While doing my weekly grocery shop at my local Woolworths over the weekend, I witnessed a very sorry sight. As I approached the egg section, I was expecting to be disappointed due to the months-long egg shortages we’ve been … Read more

These are the cheapest Thanksgiving grocery and meal deals — and one is just $20

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These are the cheapest Thanksgiving grocery and meal deals — and one is just 

It’s time to start thinking about your Thanksgiving meal, and some grocery stores are hoping to make it easier — and more affordable. Several supermarkets have announced meal deals for the holiday, so you can make a delicious spread without hurting your wallet. There’s a wide range of savings on both individual ingredients and already-prepared … Read more

I’m a food safety expert — these grocery store staples pose the biggest E. coli risks

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I’m a food safety expert — these grocery store staples pose the biggest E. coli risks

This will make your stomach churn. As dozens of people are sickened by E. coli in an outbreak linked to the McDonald’s Quarter Pounder, food safety experts are revealing what items to steer clear of to avoid food-borne illness at the grocery store. At the top of the list is bagged, pre-washed greens. Bagged greens that … Read more

Lettuce meet again: Singles shop for love by adding these secret-coded foods to their grocery carts

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Lettuce meet again: Singles shop for love by adding these secret-coded foods to their grocery carts

Gen Z’s quest for the perfect meet-cute has led them to the most banal setting of all: the grocery store. Singles in Spain are lining up at Mercadona stores, a popular chain of supermarkets, to pick up a few items in hopes of cooking up some organic romance. Fed up with the tireless online dating … Read more

Families are slashing grocery spending to afford air conditioning amid sweltering summer heat

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Families are slashing grocery spending to afford air conditioning amid sweltering summer heat

Americans getting burned by their summer air conditioning bills are forced to cut costs elsewhere to afford it. One in three US households trimmed grocery spending to afford their utility bills, according to new data from PowerSetter, a platform used to compare energy rates. The company reported that 75% of the survey participants, of which … Read more

Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are causing people to spend less at the grocery store: study

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Weight-loss drugs like Ozempic and Wegovy are causing people to spend less at the grocery store: study

Weight-loss drugs are taking a big bite out of the food business. People taking meds like Ozempic, Mounjaro and Wegovy — originally developed to treat Type 2 diabetes — spend less on groceries and have a healthier assortment in their basket, according to a new study on shopping behaviors by analytics firm Grocery Doppio. This is because … Read more

‘Grocery store tourism’ takes off with Gen Z travelers who say a supermarket counts as ‘sightseeing’

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‘Grocery store tourism’ takes off with Gen Z travelers who say a supermarket counts as ‘sightseeing’

They’re jetting off to the aisle-lands. Foreign grocery stores have become a must-check out for a growing number of travelers who say that an unfamiliar overseas supermarket can teach a great deal about local foodways and culture — for a lot cheaper than going to a trendy eatery. Never mind that guided tour of the Acropolis, … Read more

I go grocery shopping at Costco without paying for a membership — it couldn’t be easier

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I go grocery shopping at Costco without paying for a membership — it couldn’t be easier

Want to shop for groceries at Costco? Turns out, you don’t actually need a membership. An avid discount warehouse shopper created a value-sized stir on social media explaining how she snapped up some favorite items at the store without paying the $60 annual membership — and apparently, it’s as easy as tapping a few buttons … Read more

I never return my grocery cart at the supermarket —haters can judge all they want

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I never return my grocery cart at the supermarket —haters can judge all they want

She wheelie just can’t be bothered.  Making a market run with the kids in tow can be a pain. From forcing fussy tots into the car, to taming temper tantrums while shopping then getting the little ones, as well as the groceries, into the backseat and retuning the cart to a corral — it’s a daunting task … Read more

AI has taken over grocery shopping — and helping people save money stealthily

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AI has taken over grocery shopping — and helping people save money stealthily

Gone are the days of having to scribble down must-gets like eggs, milk and butter from the grocery store. Artificial intelligence’s got the list — and more — covered at supermarkets. From smart carts that take the brainwork out of budgeting to technology that enables folks to purchase food with their faces, AI is sweeping … Read more

Shopper’s grocery store cost-saving hack slammed as ‘wasteful’

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Shopper’s grocery store cost-saving hack slammed as ‘wasteful’

It was a Friday afternoon, I was working from home and it was nearing 12 pm.  My stomach began its usual pre-lunch grumble, and so my mind turned to lunch. Unfortunately, past-Eleanor decided she should only meal prep until Thursday in the name of “food hygiene”, ugh, so I was left to forage for myself, … Read more

Customer stunned at grocery store receipt

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Customer stunned at grocery store receipt

An eagle-eyed customer has pointed out an issue she encountered when she tried to initiate a split payment while paying for her groceries. Amy was shopping at Australian grocery store Coles when her total came to $126.98 [$83.86 USD], so she decided to pay $100 [$70 USD] in cash and the rest on her card. She assumed there … Read more

Would you spend $32 on ice cubes? Grocery store’s price outrages customers: ‘Tastes like water’

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Would you spend on ice cubes? Grocery store’s price outrages customers: ‘Tastes like water’

At Erewhon, the price for ice is making some customers freeze in their tracks. The California luxury market is peddling a bag of eight large, frozen spheres for a whopping $32, a price tag that has bewildered shoppers unfamiliar with the ice’s purpose: cocktails. Produced by the brand Penny Pound Ice, the “ballz,” as they’re … Read more

Aldi reveals big grocery price change — here’s how it will affect customers

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Aldi reveals big grocery price change — here’s how it will affect customers

While grocery prices are rising, Aldi is giving its customers a sense of relief. Aldi, already known for its low prices, announced that it will lower the cost of more than 250 products. The store’s price reductions will ultimately result in an estimated $100 million in savings for Americans through Labor Day. The price drop … Read more

Grocery shopping on an empty stomach is costing Americans this much

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Grocery shopping on an empty stomach is costing Americans this much

According to research, grocery shopping on an empty stomach will cost you an extra $26 per trip, on average. A recent poll of 2,000 general population Americans found that the average person makes two grocery runs per week and budgets $162 for their haul. The study found that more than three-quarters of respondents (76%) agreed … Read more

‘Applejuiceification’ has completely taken over grocery stores — is apple juice even healthy?

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‘Applejuiceification’ has completely taken over grocery stores — is apple juice even healthy?

The latest controversy lining grocery shelves? Apple juice. A user on X (formerly Twitter) posted a thread Monday about “applejuiceification and the illusion of choice,” showcasing how many of the juice options at grocery stores are actually mainly apple juice, despite what the label says. For example, @echetus shared that the Innocent band pink dragonfruit … Read more

I’m a dietitian — here are my 7 favorite Target grocery finds for weight loss

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I’m a dietitian — here are my 7 favorite Target grocery finds for weight loss

Is she on Target with her picks? A Philadelphia-area registered dietitian credited for creating the 90-30-50 diet plan is sharing her favorite seven Target items for weight loss — ranging from protein bars to kettle chips and nonfat yogurt. “These finds are high-protein & made with REAL ingredients, supporting blood sugar balance, metabolism & healthy … Read more

I save money at the grocery store by making my own butter at home for less than $3.00 – here’s how

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I save money at the grocery store by making my own butter at home for less than .00 – here’s how

Australians are coming up with creative ways to save money as the cost of living crisis bites. One Australian has shared her hack to save cash on butter, making her own butter at home for just $2.16. “Homemade butter is the way that I save money,” she said. Australians are coming up with creative ways … Read more