The Future (and History) of Grocery Shopping<\/strong><\/h2>\nBy Naomi Shaw, guest contributor<\/em><\/p>\nFor some, the idea of grocery delivery<\/a> seems either too \u201cmodern\u201d or excessive. They argue that the supermarket is just down the road. Why bother with delivery? Well…<\/p>\n\u00a0Once upon a time, families depended on food deliveries everyday. Milkmen delivered glass bottles of fresh milk and eggs, and it was essential that families keep food fresh via to-your-door ice services. So the concept of food delivery isn\u2019t new; perhaps society is returning to a personalized relationship with produce.<\/p>\n
\u00a0When the Game Changed<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u00a0The refrigerator revolutionized the way average Americans stored and consumed groceries. Until the middle of the century, refrigerators were relatively small and mostly preserved the necessities. However, as technology progressed and an increasing number of Americans gained disposable income, the average fridge size more than doubled, growing from 9 cubic ft. to 22 cubic feet! Suddenly, perishable items weren\u2019t so perishable!<\/p>\n
<\/h2>\nThe Move to Megastores<\/strong><\/h3>\n\u00a0With the prevalence of big refrigerators and the move to multiple-vehicle-owning families, giant grocery stores became the norm. In 2013, the United States grocery market brought in $850 billion. However, the online grocery industry<\/a> represented a mere 1% of that figure. So why is it a good idea to buy your groceries online instead?<\/p>\n\n- You\u2019re less likely to impulsive buy unnecessary or unhealthy items<\/strong>. A recent study estimates that shoppers spend an roughly 20% of their grocery bill on 60% of grocery store runs. Shopping for food online means you\u2019re more meticulous and likely to stock up on staples<\/a> you really need.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0It\u2019s convenient. Time is money.<\/strong> There\u2019s no doubt that online grocery shopping ensures you\u2019ll save trips to the supermarket. This way, you\u2019ll have more time to cook, read, and do the things that make you happy.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0You\u2019ll also save cash on transportation.<\/strong> Use less gas and save milage on your car.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0It\u2019s more sustainable!<\/strong> You might be surprised to find that shopping for food online helps to save the environment. A single delivery truck making multiple stops burns less gas than lots of individual car trips. Plus, most delivery services use paper, not plastic, so you\u2019ll keep non-biodegradable products out of oceans and landfills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Some Tips for Online Grocery Shopping<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n- \u00a0Research where companies get their produce<\/strong>. Inquire about GMO fruits and vegetables<\/a> versus organic. Find out which areas your delivery service sources it\u2019s products from. This is a great way to determine sustainability.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0 Determine the turn-around time between order and delivery.<\/strong><\/li>\n
- \u00a0Inquire about the company\u2019s ethical policies.<\/strong> For instance, Pantry Paratus only sells Frontier bulk spices and baking ingredients<\/a><\/strong> because they are healthy, economical, and ethically harvested.<\/li>\n
- \u00a0Compare prices with competitors to get the best deal.<\/strong> Save money and time!<\/li>\n
- \u00a0Investigate to determine whether or not you can place a recurring, monthly order<\/strong>. This way you can be sure you\u2019ll get the essentials each time without having to reformulate a list with each purchase.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
\u00a0So there you have it\u2026 a brief overview of grocery delivery and tips for making the switch<\/a>! Now that you\u2019ve gotten some food for thought (sorry not sorry), would you give up in-store shopping for online delivery? Leave your comments below!<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n
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For some, the idea of grocery delivery<\/a> seems either too \u201cmodern\u201d or excessive. They argue that the supermarket is just down the road. Why bother with delivery? Well…<\/p>\n \u00a0Once upon a time, families depended on food deliveries everyday. Milkmen delivered glass bottles of fresh milk and eggs, and it was essential that families keep food fresh via to-your-door ice services. So the concept of food delivery isn\u2019t new; perhaps society is returning to a personalized relationship with produce.<\/p>\n \u00a0The refrigerator revolutionized the way average Americans stored and consumed groceries. Until the middle of the century, refrigerators were relatively small and mostly preserved the necessities. However, as technology progressed and an increasing number of Americans gained disposable income, the average fridge size more than doubled, growing from 9 cubic ft. to 22 cubic feet! Suddenly, perishable items weren\u2019t so perishable!<\/p>\n \u00a0With the prevalence of big refrigerators and the move to multiple-vehicle-owning families, giant grocery stores became the norm. In 2013, the United States grocery market brought in $850 billion. However, the online grocery industry<\/a> represented a mere 1% of that figure. So why is it a good idea to buy your groceries online instead?<\/p>\n \u00a0So there you have it\u2026 a brief overview of grocery delivery and tips for making the switch<\/a>! Now that you\u2019ve gotten some food for thought (sorry not sorry), would you give up in-store shopping for online delivery? Leave your comments below!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\u00a0When the Game Changed<\/strong><\/h3>\n
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posted on Monday, October 27, 2014 12:32:45 PM America\/Denver<\/p>\n<\/div>\n
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