Woolworths shopper’s distasteful complaint about pre-cut vegetables prompts an intense debate online – which side are YOU on?
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Ahhh… The internet. A space where even the most mundane things can leave someone absolutely enraged. This time around, a Reddit user stole the limelight after sharing their unfiltered take about a display of pre-cut vegetables at their local Woolworths store.
Sharing their frustration on Reddit, the customer criticised shoppers who purchase the veggie packs, deeming them as “dumb” because “they can’t cut”. The customer also slammed the supermarket giant for packing the pre-cut vegetables in “more” plastic.
“How useless are c*** these days? F*** sake Woolies, it's bad enough dumb c**** are buying this s*** because they can't cut s***, why more f***ing plastic too?!” the user sneered.
Woolworth’s pre-cut produce. Image Credit: @getyerhandsoffit (Reddit)
Alongside the post was a photo of the range, featuring trays and bags of diced onions, sliced potatoes and pumpkin cubes.
Several Reddit users sided with the shopper, with one mocking: “How time-poor are you to not cut veggies?”
But many more were quick to point out the user’s ignorance, arguing that the chopped and sliced vegetables were a “blessing” for people with disabilities as well as the elderly.
“A lot of comments here are calling out people for being lazy… But these are actually a godsend for people with disabilities, fine motor issues, etc,” explained one.
“Some people simply can’t hold a knife and cut vegetables. This makes fresh produce accessible to them. If you don’t like it, don’t buy it. Seems like there’s a lot more out there to complain about than this.”
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“It’s easy to say this if you’re able-bodied, but how about all the elderly? Many have severe arthritis and can’t chop or stir anymore.” chimed another.
A third wrote: “When I was recovering from an illness these things allowed me to cook on my own and not have to rely on my parents or a helper. The plastic sucks, I agree, but it’s not about being too lazy or whatever, guys…”
One more added: “Maybe you should step outside of what little able-bodied bubble you are living in and consider the fact that these exist for those who are unable to prepare meals for themselves but still want to eat healthy homemade food,”
“Sure the plastic isn’t great, but that’s why I suggest not buying pre-packaged stuff like this if you don’t need it,”
Others added that it also made life much easier for many Australians.
“The missus works, and I’m the chief cook, bottle washer, taxi service, groundskeeper, electrician, plumber and carpenter for our house,” one user explained. “And while I usually peel and chop everything fresh, I’ve gotta admit that I very occasionally get the pre-cut roast veggies from Woolies after a long, hectic day of doing all of the above.”
What are your thoughts on the Reddit user’s controversial opinion on pre-cut vegetables? Do you agree that it’s a ridiculous product to be sold in supermarkets or were they being insensitive? Let us know in the comments!
Ahhh… The internet. A space where even the most mundane things can leave someone absolutely enraged. This time around, a Reddit user stole the limelight after sharing their unfiltered take about a display of pre-cut vegetables at their local Woolworths store.
Sharing their frustration on Reddit, the customer criticised shoppers who purchase the veggie packs, deeming them as “dumb” because “they can’t cut”. The customer also slammed the supermarket giant for packing the pre-cut vegetables in “more” plastic.
“How useless are c*** these days? F*** sake Woolies, it's bad enough dumb c**** are buying this s*** because they can't cut s***, why more f***ing plastic too?!” the user sneered.
Woolworth’s pre-cut produce. Image Credit: @getyerhandsoffit (Reddit)
Alongside the post was a photo of the range, featuring trays and bags of diced onions, sliced potatoes and pumpkin cubes.
Several Reddit users sided with the shopper, with one mocking: “How time-poor are you to not cut veggies?”
But many more were quick to point out the user’s ignorance, arguing that the chopped and sliced vegetables were a “blessing” for people with disabilities as well as the elderly.
“A lot of comments here are calling out people for being lazy… But these are actually a godsend for people with disabilities, fine motor issues, etc,” explained one.
“Some people simply can’t hold a knife and cut vegetables. This makes fresh produce accessible to them. If you don’t like it, don’t buy it. Seems like there’s a lot more out there to complain about than this.”
Post Credit: @getyerhandoffit
“It’s easy to say this if you’re able-bodied, but how about all the elderly? Many have severe arthritis and can’t chop or stir anymore.” chimed another.
A third wrote: “When I was recovering from an illness these things allowed me to cook on my own and not have to rely on my parents or a helper. The plastic sucks, I agree, but it’s not about being too lazy or whatever, guys…”
One more added: “Maybe you should step outside of what little able-bodied bubble you are living in and consider the fact that these exist for those who are unable to prepare meals for themselves but still want to eat healthy homemade food,”
“Sure the plastic isn’t great, but that’s why I suggest not buying pre-packaged stuff like this if you don’t need it,”
Others added that it also made life much easier for many Australians.
“The missus works, and I’m the chief cook, bottle washer, taxi service, groundskeeper, electrician, plumber and carpenter for our house,” one user explained. “And while I usually peel and chop everything fresh, I’ve gotta admit that I very occasionally get the pre-cut roast veggies from Woolies after a long, hectic day of doing all of the above.”
What are your thoughts on the Reddit user’s controversial opinion on pre-cut vegetables? Do you agree that it’s a ridiculous product to be sold in supermarkets or were they being insensitive? Let us know in the comments!