Hilarious detail at Coles spark laughter and debate among shoppers: ‘times are tough’
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Amid the hustle and bustle of our daily lives, the little things can bring a smile to our faces, especially during these challenging times when the cost of living seems to be on an ever-upward trajectory.
It's no secret that Australians are feeling the pinch, but it seems that even our supermarkets are finding ways to inject a bit of humour into our grocery shopping experience.
Recently, a Coles shopper spotted a delightful anomaly that has sparked a wave of amusement and conversation among customers.
While perusing the fruit and veg section, the shopper came across the familiar 'Free fruit for kids' crate.
This wonderful initiative by Coles promotes healthy eating habits among the younger generation.
The crate was brimming with the usual suspects: bananas, apples, mandarins, and the like, all depicted on the accompanying sign.
However, a rather unexpected guest was nestled among the fruity offerings: the humble carrot.
Now, we all know that carrots are many things – crunchy, nutritious, great for eyesight – but one thing they are not is a fruit.
Carrots are undeniably and unapologetically a vegetable, unlike the deceptive cucumber or the sneaky tomato, which can claim fruit status due to their seeds.
This amusing sight prompted the shopper to ponder whether this was a subtle nod to the current economic climate.
Coles cleverly used the affordable carrot to supplement their free fruit selection. Or was it simply an innocent mix-up?
Regardless, the image was too good not to share, and it quickly became a topic of lighthearted debate in the shopper's work group chat and on social media.
The reactions were as varied as they were entertaining.
One colleague humorously suggested, ‘Times are tough, next up broccoli!’ while another championed the inclusion of more free vegetables in supermarkets with a punny 'I'm rooting for more free veg.'
The conversation even descended into the world of condiments, with a missed opportunity for hummus being pointed out.
Taking the investigation to social media, the shopper found that parents largely favour the carrot's cameo.
Many noted their children would be thrilled with the vegetable option, and one parent said, ‘My youngest loves carrots. He’ll be stoked,’
Some parents did raise practical concerns, such as the need for a peeler or a quick rinse before consumption, but the overall sentiment was positive.
The discussion continued further. The carrot's surprise appearance has led to calls for vegetables to become a permanent fixture in the free fruit crates at supermarkets.
The idea of a mixed selection of fruits and vegetables was met with enthusiasm, with some customers sharing that they had seen other vegetables, like celery, included in their local store's offering.
‘It's a good thing, all stores should do this,’ one said.
‘My store puts anything they have in there. I once saw celery and reckon every Coles/Woolies should do a mix of fruit and veg,’ another chimed in.
In a related incident, a Melbourne mother faced online backlash after peeling and handing bananas to her children in a Coles supermarket without paying first.
Many parents defended her, arguing that Coles, a large corporation with substantial profits, would likely be unaffected by the act. For more details, you can read the full story here.
Have you noticed any amusing or unexpected items in your local supermarket's free offerings? Do you have any funny or heartwarming grocery-shopping stories to share? Let us know in the comments below.
It's no secret that Australians are feeling the pinch, but it seems that even our supermarkets are finding ways to inject a bit of humour into our grocery shopping experience.
Recently, a Coles shopper spotted a delightful anomaly that has sparked a wave of amusement and conversation among customers.
While perusing the fruit and veg section, the shopper came across the familiar 'Free fruit for kids' crate.
Shoppers were amused by finding carrots in Coles' 'Free Fruit for Kids' crate. Credit: Shutterstock
This wonderful initiative by Coles promotes healthy eating habits among the younger generation.
The crate was brimming with the usual suspects: bananas, apples, mandarins, and the like, all depicted on the accompanying sign.
However, a rather unexpected guest was nestled among the fruity offerings: the humble carrot.
Now, we all know that carrots are many things – crunchy, nutritious, great for eyesight – but one thing they are not is a fruit.
Carrots are undeniably and unapologetically a vegetable, unlike the deceptive cucumber or the sneaky tomato, which can claim fruit status due to their seeds.
This amusing sight prompted the shopper to ponder whether this was a subtle nod to the current economic climate.
Coles cleverly used the affordable carrot to supplement their free fruit selection. Or was it simply an innocent mix-up?
Regardless, the image was too good not to share, and it quickly became a topic of lighthearted debate in the shopper's work group chat and on social media.
The reactions were as varied as they were entertaining.
One colleague humorously suggested, ‘Times are tough, next up broccoli!’ while another championed the inclusion of more free vegetables in supermarkets with a punny 'I'm rooting for more free veg.'
The conversation even descended into the world of condiments, with a missed opportunity for hummus being pointed out.
Taking the investigation to social media, the shopper found that parents largely favour the carrot's cameo.
Many noted their children would be thrilled with the vegetable option, and one parent said, ‘My youngest loves carrots. He’ll be stoked,’
Some parents did raise practical concerns, such as the need for a peeler or a quick rinse before consumption, but the overall sentiment was positive.
The discussion continued further. The carrot's surprise appearance has led to calls for vegetables to become a permanent fixture in the free fruit crates at supermarkets.
The idea of a mixed selection of fruits and vegetables was met with enthusiasm, with some customers sharing that they had seen other vegetables, like celery, included in their local store's offering.
‘It's a good thing, all stores should do this,’ one said.
‘My store puts anything they have in there. I once saw celery and reckon every Coles/Woolies should do a mix of fruit and veg,’ another chimed in.
In a related incident, a Melbourne mother faced online backlash after peeling and handing bananas to her children in a Coles supermarket without paying first.
Many parents defended her, arguing that Coles, a large corporation with substantial profits, would likely be unaffected by the act. For more details, you can read the full story here.
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