Produce department

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June 21, 2010

A market around the corner from us has been revamping the store. Part of that includes changing the store name to Smart and Healthy, which I think is funny. I wonder if people feel healthier for shopping there (it's just got the regular stuff). One thing they did is add this outdoor area for produce. You'll pretty much only see produce in sidewalk stands at groceries here.

The city, in an effort to encourage people to have and choose healthier foods, makes it pretty easy for stores to get permits for sidewalk displays if they only use the space for produce. (See, I learned *something* in school). Space is hard to come by here, and grocery stores tend to have small aisles and use every bit of space to stock as much as possible. Being able to add space outside is important to store owners, and in areas where there is little fresh produce, the residents gain more food options. I also think a nice display makes the stretch of sidewalk look nicer.