#grocery-shopping

#grocery-shopping

MyLidl app uses confusing terminology, making it a challenge to find anything. Photo illustration by the author. When we talk about the fundamental principles of accessibility, it's typically applied to websites, and of course, to building design. My recent experience with grocery shopping post-pandemic has got me thinking about the ways in which those principles are being violated in the day-to-day routine of feeding ourselves.

Few things are more exciting when you're out at the grocery store than finding a sale. Maybe you see boneless, skinless chicken breasts priced at $8.17 for two pounds, which is 20% off the normal price. That sounds great. But there's a five-pound tray for $12.85. The first one is over $4 per pound, while the second is just over $2.50.

"My children absolutely love watermelon, so you'll often find a whole one in my Ocado delivery. I earmarked a recipe for a feta and watermelon salad that looked lovely."

Shopping at Wegmans during off-hours, particularly early or late in the day, can lead to finding discounted items on prepared foods and fresh items.

The "Earned Grocery Effect" leads to mindful consumption, as each item feels heavier when carried home. This changed my perception of purchases and waste.

By structuring my grocery list according to the store layout, I significantly reduce the time spent browsing and avoid impulsive purchases of unnecessary items.

The grocery store provides a sense of calm and predictability, contrasting with the chaos of the outside world, making it a refuge for mental health.

To keep costs low, I'm hiding some products from my kids and shopping at Aldi.

'Ground beef is a staple meat product, and while both Aldi and Trader Joe's offer it, Aldi often has grass-fed options priced similarly to conventional.'

Uneven marination is a common mistake that can ruin steak, often due to grocery store practices that leave marinade pooled and ineffective.

Shopping for groceries in the UK has thrown me for a loop, with major differences in product availability and business hours compared to my experience in the US.