Groceries Delivered
By vikingswest
@Vikingswest1 (7443)
United States
July 13, 2021 2:55pm CST
Do you have your groceries delivered to your home or do you prefer to go to the market and select your own?
I am picky about meats and fruits and vegetables.
I select bananas when a few in the bunch are still green.
I like to feel the firmness of the heads of lettuce, that the bacon has more meat than fat, that the meats and poultry are appealing. You know, picky.
I do not believe someone else can choose my products as well as I can.
Why do you shop the way you do?
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18 responses
@much2say (57760)
• Los Angeles, California
13 Jul 21
I always handpick my own stuff at the market. Not only am I particular about the items, but I like looking for sales and finding new ingredients. Plus I go to several different markets . . . it's just easier if I get my groceries myself.
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@much2say (57760)
• Los Angeles, California
13 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 True - I most likely would make do and not get mad at myself over something iffy that I picked out. But I sure wouldn't want to pay or wait for someone to deliver me something iffy!
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
13 Jul 21
@much2say
On that, we're on the same page.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
13 Jul 21
I would agree. This way if something is substandard, it's my own fault.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
13 Jul 21
In a small area, there are only a few choices for the large chains.
It's Safeway or Albertsons, which belong to the same company now or Walmart.
There are a few smaller places and farm stores but it's sure different from a real city. I grew up near Minneapolis.
When I moved here there was only Safeway and the first fast food place had just opened.
I am happy that progress has been made.
I have to drive an hour and a half to see a Trader Joe's
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@TheHorse (238284)
• Walnut Creek, California
12 Aug 21
@Vikingswest1 I wonder if I will get back to my Trader Joe's habit.
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@GardenGerty (169452)
• United States
16 Jul 21
I prefer to do my own shopping as well. Besides that, where we live no one would deliver anyway. If I have to go pick it up, I had just as soon pick it out as well. I have thought that I might like a service like Misfits Market, though.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
16 Jul 21
It works well for others but I'm too picky.
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@Deepizzaguy (122101)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
13 Jul 21
My relatives and myself like to go to the supermarkets and buy our own groceries.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
13 Jul 21
I think that's the best way.
You're sure of what you're getting.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
@Deepizzaguy
Some stores offer free delivery.
But you know that cost is built in to the prices.
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@Deepizzaguy (122101)
• Lake Charles, Louisiana
14 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 You are right since having food delivered from a supermarket is kind of expensive.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
13 Jul 21
Yes. The quality of meats and produce is questionable too.
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@CarolDM (203396)
• Nashville, Tennessee
13 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 Absolutely. I will always do my own shopping.. I hope.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
18 Jul 21
I do too. It's the only way to be sure of what you're getting.
I hope you enjoy your time here.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
18 Jul 21
@GailCast
Sleep well. I'll see you around.
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@GailCast (3)
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18 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 I think I will. I’m new, and I needed to find a place to share. I need to go to bed lol.
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@snowy22315 (208823)
• United States
15 Jul 21
I enjoy going to the grocery store I find it entertaining to be honest. No one delivers out here, and if someone agreed to, you would have to pay a premium for the privildge!
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@snowy22315 (208823)
• United States
15 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 Not sure I have too many funny stories from there..but I like to trot around the store.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
15 Jul 21
Some of my funniest stories began in a grocery store. The entertainment that can be had is alone, worth the trip.
I prefer to do my own shopping too.
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@kanuck1 (4424)
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16 Jul 21
I used to go and pick it up but a couple of weeks ago I found a place online that is a warehouse and you pick what you want and they deliver it. I have tried them twice and was very satisfied. I ordered some fruits and vegetables and the quality was pretty good.
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@kanuck1 (4424)
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16 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 Yes, I appreciate having the option in case I should get sick or it's too cold or too hot to go out. I also like to see the produce but was surprised by the good quality of what I ordered and the prices were even better than the grocery store where I normally shop.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
16 Jul 21
It's nice to have that option, especially if the quality is good.
It saves you a lot of trouble.
I like to see and to feel products before purchasing.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
16 Jul 21
@kanuck1
Usually, because delivery and staging costs the store more, it translates to higher prices or delivery charges.
It's nice to get such good prices AND quality produce.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
Me too. I can't even imagine ever ordering online for delivery.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
17 Jul 21
Choosing yourself is the best way but ordering may be the best way right now. I hope a return to normal comes soon.
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@cahaya1983 (11116)
• Malaysia
23 Jul 21
I've bought groceries online since the pandemic started, but I still prefer shopping for groceries at the supermarket. Like you, I'm picky about stuff like onions, chilli, and other fruits and veggies. Once they replaced a few items I ordered because they were out of stock.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
23 Jul 21
I think that online shopping has helped many people get through a tough time.
Some people prefer it. I'm like you and like to select each item myself.
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@RasmaSandra (97954)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
16 Jul 21
I have not supermarkets near me and just my two feet, So once a month when I get my SS I make an order to the nearest supermarket online and they deliver,
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
16 Jul 21
@RasmaSandra
Then it makes me happy for you that you don't have that trouble anymore.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
16 Jul 21
What a great thing for you. It must be such a big help to not worry about carrying groceries home.
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@RasmaSandra (97954)
• Daytona Beach, Florida
16 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 I could not even make it to the supermarket much too far
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
My son had delivery because his family was quarantined for a month.
They got used to delivery and never stopped.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
@Dena91
There are some things I'd be comfortable ordering but I doubt I ever will. Unless something changes.
*knocks on wood.
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@Dena91 (17038)
• United States
14 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 I understand that. We will order from Walmart but it is when we need to stock up on pantry items, not to buy meat fruits or veggies.
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@renicemae (4883)
• Philippines
14 Jul 21
Theses days, it's more convenient for me to order my groceries online.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
15 Jul 21
It's really a nice option to have. Many people like to have things delivered, its a timesaver for some too.
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@renicemae (4883)
• Philippines
15 Jul 21
@Vikingswest1 yeah but it's fun and fuldilling to pick your own groceries too.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
There are many things I'd be comfortable with buying online but since I have to go get other things, I just pick up everything in one trip.
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@RebeccasFarm (91299)
• United States
17 Jul 21
I find things are overpriced shopping online too
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@wolfgirl569 (135664)
• Marion, Ohio
14 Jul 21
I always do my own. Want to know what I am getting.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
14 Jul 21
Me too. I'm pickier than most people.
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@workathomefan (8957)
• Prairieville, Louisiana
19 Jul 21
I have used Walmart pickup many times.Many grocery delivery services don't take food stamps.
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@Vikingswest1 (7443)
• United States
19 Jul 21
That's too bad. It would likely to be a big help to some that are struggling to find a way to shop.
