Big changes to Woolworths' fruit & veg aisle: 'No more tears'
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Woolies has confirmed a significant change to one part of their stores: the onion aisle.
Woolies declared that it would sell 'Happy Chop-Tearless Onions' in stores across NSW, VIC and the ACT from 12 July until September or until sold out.
Unlike regular onions, these onions are designed to minimise the eye irritation and tears commonly experienced when cutting or chopping them.
Normally, when we chop onions or when they are damaged, they release a combination of chemicals and enzymes that can cause eye irritation.
However, Happy Chop-Tearless Onions have fewer volatile compounds that are responsible for eye discomfort.
These compounds gradually decrease in concentration after the onions are harvested, unlike regular onions, where they tend to increase over time.
The development of Happy Chop-Tearless Onions has resulted from decades of trial and error, including cross-breeding existing onion varieties.
This careful breeding process has yielded an onion variety that is said to finally minimise the tears and discomfort of chopping onions.
Woolworths Supermarkets' General Manager of Fruit & Veg, Paul Turner, expressed his enthusiasm about introducing this remarkable new variety to customers.
He said, ‘We’re excited to bring this incredible variety to our customers to take the tears out of meal prep.’
He highlighted the exceptional nature of Happy Chop - Tearless Onions as a unique innovation in Australian produce.
Recognising the staple presence of onions in Australian households, he emphasised that this new variety provides an excellent option for individuals who frequently experience tears while preparing onions.
Furthermore, he reiterated Woolworths' commitment to providing the finest fresh fruit and vegetables to their valued customers.
He said, ‘It’s another way we continue to deliver on our promise to bring the best fresh fruit and veg to our customers.’
Let’s bid a teary farewell to old onions, and hoorah for the tearless future with Woolies' Happy Chop - Tearless Onions!
What are your thoughts on Woolworths’ introduction of 'Happy Chop - Tearless Onions' in their stores? Are you looking forward to trying out this variety and experiencing a tear-free chopping experience?
Woolies declared that it would sell 'Happy Chop-Tearless Onions' in stores across NSW, VIC and the ACT from 12 July until September or until sold out.
Unlike regular onions, these onions are designed to minimise the eye irritation and tears commonly experienced when cutting or chopping them.
Normally, when we chop onions or when they are damaged, they release a combination of chemicals and enzymes that can cause eye irritation.
However, Happy Chop-Tearless Onions have fewer volatile compounds that are responsible for eye discomfort.
Onions belong to the Allium family, which also includes garlic, shallots, and leeks. Image by lmablankers from unsplash
These compounds gradually decrease in concentration after the onions are harvested, unlike regular onions, where they tend to increase over time.
The development of Happy Chop-Tearless Onions has resulted from decades of trial and error, including cross-breeding existing onion varieties.
This careful breeding process has yielded an onion variety that is said to finally minimise the tears and discomfort of chopping onions.
Woolworths Supermarkets' General Manager of Fruit & Veg, Paul Turner, expressed his enthusiasm about introducing this remarkable new variety to customers.
He said, ‘We’re excited to bring this incredible variety to our customers to take the tears out of meal prep.’
He highlighted the exceptional nature of Happy Chop - Tearless Onions as a unique innovation in Australian produce.
Onions have been cultivated for thousands of years and have a rich history. They were not only used for culinary purposes but also had various medicinal and therapeutic uses. Image by twalton from unsplash
Recognising the staple presence of onions in Australian households, he emphasised that this new variety provides an excellent option for individuals who frequently experience tears while preparing onions.
Furthermore, he reiterated Woolworths' commitment to providing the finest fresh fruit and vegetables to their valued customers.
He said, ‘It’s another way we continue to deliver on our promise to bring the best fresh fruit and veg to our customers.’
Let’s bid a teary farewell to old onions, and hoorah for the tearless future with Woolies' Happy Chop - Tearless Onions!
What are your thoughts on Woolworths’ introduction of 'Happy Chop - Tearless Onions' in their stores? Are you looking forward to trying out this variety and experiencing a tear-free chopping experience?
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