Ah, supermarkets – We love to hate them, but the reality is we need them. Most of us frequent the aisles at least once a week, and it’s fair to say we’ve all got a few habits we can’t shake when doing the groceries.

Is it okay to sniff your fresh produce before you buy them? Image source: Shutterstock.

From wearing pyjamas and going shoeless to fondling the fruit and eating before buying, let’s face it, some of us Aussies can be a bit daggy. However, we must admit that it is only human. I mean – who among us hasn’t done something a little strange at the checkout? I know I sure have.

In this article, we’ll explore some of the strangest and most surprising habits Australians have when it comes to the weekly grocery shop…

1. Going shoeless

If you’ve ever arrived at the supermarket barefoot, don’t worry, you’re in good company! It might not be the most appropriate choice for a public shopping outing, but for some of us, it can be awfully tempting to leave the shoes at home. However, we must say that if you are one of the many Aussies who choose to do their weekly grocery shop shoeless, maybe just make sure your feet are, eh, well-maintained.

2. Kissing at the supermarket

Look, we’ve all had those relationships where you just can’t keep your hands off each other, right? I can’t say I’ve been there for a long time, but you know, young people need to grocery shop too! But unfortunately, that kind of behaviour obviously doesn’t belong in the supermarket. Not only will you make other shoppers feel awkward and uncomfortable, but you’re also wasting precious time when most of us simply want to grab what we need and go!

3. Fondling the fruit

You have to check your fruit and vegetables before buying them, but how many ‘squeezes’ are really necessary? Any more than a couple of tests and you run the risk of pushing fellow shoppers over the edge. Also, is it okay to sniff the fruit or vegetables before buying? We know some people do, but most of us here at the SDC tend to avoid it (especially since COVID-19). We’d love to hear your thoughts on whether it is or isn’t okay to sniff your fresh produce before buying it.

4. Snagging the milk to get the best expiry date

Honestly, I’ll be the first to admit I am a bit biased here, so maybe I shouldn’t be writing this article , but I don’t think this is daggy at all! If you find yourself fumbling through the back of the milk shelves in search of the latest expiry date, then you’re probably – unintentionally – annoying everyone else around you trying to get some milk, but hey, at least your milk will last longer than everyone else's and you’re grabbing a bargain because it’s bound to last longer.

5. Wearing your pyjamas to the supermarket

I, of all people, understand what a chore grocery shopping can be. I can also see that it may feel good to drift through the aisles wearing your bedtime finery, but in reality, you’re probably making those around you a little nervous and uncomfortable. I mean, is it that hard to put on at least some trackies before heading to the supermarket? Although, maybe some of you share a different opinion. Is it okay to wear your pyjamas to the supermarket?

6. People who start eating before buying

We wrote about this not too long ago, when an ALDI worker complained about customers eating their groceries before buying them. I must admit, I share the same opinion that many of you shared and that is that eating anything at the supermarket before buying it isn’t okay - unless of course, you’re tasting a few grapes to check if they are okay to buy. But anything else, I find bizarre. But maybe you don’t. Is eating your grocery before you buy them acceptable?

7. Sampling too many grapes from the prepacked bags

Okay, like I said above, it’s completely acceptable to try a few grapes. But really, there is no need to try more than a handful, maybe four grapes maximum. However, there are always cheeky Aussies that completely over-sample by snacking on the grapes while they shop. I’d love to hear your take on this habit, members, simply because I tend to disagree with it… But maybe you think it’s completely acceptable?

8. Putting stuff back on the wrong shelves

Okay, members, I’m always honest with you, so I’ll be the first to admit, I’ve done this on a handful of occasions when I’ve been in a rush. I mean, haven’t we all done it? It’s understandable, but that doesn’t make it right. If we all make the effort to return items to the right shelf, then everyone else’s shopping experience can be more enjoyable. It’s the least we can do! But, maybe you disagree? Maybe you think it’s okay to leave whatever it is you’ve decided not to buy somewhere else in the store? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this controversial topic!

Key Takeaways

• Australians have shared their most daggy supermarket behaviours and experiences.
• Common issues include not wearing shoes, kissing, fondling fruit, and snagging milk with the best expiry date.
• Other behaviours mentioned were not knowing how to handle a trolley, wearing pyjamas, eating before buying, and putting items back on the wrong shelves.
• These behaviours, while not criminal, can make the shopping experience uncomfortable or inconvenient for fellow shoppers.

So, there you have it, members. These are eight unique habits some of us have (or have seen) when shopping at the supermarket. While it’s undeniable some of us can be a bit daggy in the weekly shop, let’s continue to keep it respectful in the aisles – you never know who you’re going to bump into!

 

[Catherines]

I'm sick of taking an avocardo home, not ready to eat but when I do get it out there are the bruises after someone has been looking for an avocardo to eat immediately. Buy a few days in advance, refrigerate if necessary, and then give it a day or two to ripen to the softness desired.

Not always the squeezer’s fault, sometimes they could be damaged before getting to the supermarkets.

 

[mickgrady]

Not always the squeezer’s fault, sometimes they could be damaged before getting to the supermarkets.

it's so simple, don't squeeze the avocardo, press the top for softness and minimise damage

 

[DiMcg]

I now double wash my fruit after witnessing an act that horrified meA man holding a baby in one hand and picking his nose with the other then handed the baby over to the mother and proceeded to grab a bag, pick up and put back several fruits with that particular hand. In that moment my body cringed so bad🫨

 

[mickgrady]

I now double wash my fruit after witnessing an act that horrified meA man holding a baby in one hand and picking his nose with the other then handed the baby over to the mother and proceeded to grab a bag, pick up and put back several fruits with that particular hand. In that moment my body cringed so bad🫨

Yuk !!!!! This is just as bad but in a different way, a woman in local K-Mart eating a "juicey" hamburger, a few minutes later she's finished the hamburger and wiping her hands on men's T-shirt hanging on the rack

 

[Penny4]

I've just returned from Coles and watched a man walking around the store with bare feet. He saw me glancing at him, and gave me a wry smile, knowing full well that he should have worn something on his feet.

 

[Macarj]

I test fruit but don't squeeze I can judge just by holding and moving it around in my hand

 

[Macarj]

Tar melted in puddles on roads on hot days. Roadworkers have learnt to use more bluemetal now.

As kids we used to use the tar to stick paddle pop sticks together to make aeroplanes

 

[Tony@51]

Ah, supermarkets – We love to hate them, but the reality is we need them. Most of us frequent the aisles at least once a week, and it’s fair to say we’ve all got a few habits we can’t shake when doing the groceries.

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Is it okay to sniff your fresh produce before you buy them? Image source: Shutterstock.

From wearing pyjamas and going shoeless to fondling the fruit and eating before buying, let’s face it, some of us Aussies can be a bit daggy. However, we must admit that it is only human. I mean – who among us hasn’t done something a little strange at the checkout? I know I sure have.

In this article, we’ll explore some of the strangest and most surprising habits Australians have when it comes to the weekly grocery shop…

1. Going shoeless

If you’ve ever arrived at the supermarket barefoot, don’t worry, you’re in good company! It might not be the most appropriate choice for a public shopping outing, but for some of us, it can be awfully tempting to leave the shoes at home. However, we must say that if you are one of the many Aussies who choose to do their weekly grocery shop shoeless, maybe just make sure your feet are, eh, well-maintained.

2. Kissing at the supermarket

Look, we’ve all had those relationships where you just can’t keep your hands off each other, right? I can’t say I’ve been there for a long time, but you know, young people need to grocery shop too! But unfortunately, that kind of behaviour obviously doesn’t belong in the supermarket. Not only will you make other shoppers feel awkward and uncomfortable, but you’re also wasting precious time when most of us simply want to grab what we need and go!

3. Fondling the fruit

You have to check your fruit and vegetables before buying them, but how many ‘squeezes’ are really necessary? Any more than a couple of tests and you run the risk of pushing fellow shoppers over the edge. Also, is it okay to sniff the fruit or vegetables before buying? We know some people do, but most of us here at the SDC tend to avoid it (especially since COVID-19). We’d love to hear your thoughts on whether it is or isn’t okay to sniff your fresh produce before buying it.

4. Snagging the milk to get the best expiry date

Honestly, I’ll be the first to admit I am a bit biased here, so maybe I shouldn’t be writing this article , but I don’t think this is daggy at all! If you find yourself fumbling through the back of the milk shelves in search of the latest expiry date, then you’re probably – unintentionally – annoying everyone else around you trying to get some milk, but hey, at least your milk will last longer than everyone else's and you’re grabbing a bargain because it’s bound to last longer.

5. Wearing your pyjamas to the supermarket

I, of all people, understand what a chore grocery shopping can be. I can also see that it may feel good to drift through the aisles wearing your bedtime finery, but in reality, you’re probably making those around you a little nervous and uncomfortable. I mean, is it that hard to put on at least some trackies before heading to the supermarket? Although, maybe some of you share a different opinion. Is it okay to wear your pyjamas to the supermarket?

6. People who start eating before buying

We wrote about this not too long ago, when an ALDI worker complained about customers eating their groceries before buying them. I must admit, I share the same opinion that many of you shared and that is that eating anything at the supermarket before buying it isn’t okay - unless of course, you’re tasting a few grapes to check if they are okay to buy. But anything else, I find bizarre. But maybe you don’t. Is eating your grocery before you buy them acceptable?

7. Sampling too many grapes from the prepacked bags

Okay, like I said above, it’s completely acceptable to try a few grapes. But really, there is no need to try more than a handful, maybe four grapes maximum. However, there are always cheeky Aussies that completely over-sample by snacking on the grapes while they shop. I’d love to hear your take on this habit, members, simply because I tend to disagree with it… But maybe you think it’s completely acceptable?

8. Putting stuff back on the wrong shelves

Okay, members, I’m always honest with you, so I’ll be the first to admit, I’ve done this on a handful of occasions when I’ve been in a rush. I mean, haven’t we all done it? It’s understandable, but that doesn’t make it right. If we all make the effort to return items to the right shelf, then everyone else’s shopping experience can be more enjoyable. It’s the least we can do! But, maybe you disagree? Maybe you think it’s okay to leave whatever it is you’ve decided not to buy somewhere else in the store? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this controversial topic!

Key Takeaways

• Australians have shared their most daggy supermarket behaviours and experiences.
• Common issues include not wearing shoes, kissing, fondling fruit, and snagging milk with the best expiry date.
• Other behaviours mentioned were not knowing how to handle a trolley, wearing pyjamas, eating before buying, and putting items back on the wrong shelves.
• These behaviours, while not criminal, can make the shopping experience uncomfortable or inconvenient for fellow shoppers.

So, there you have it, members. These are eight unique habits some of us have (or have seen) when shopping at the supermarket. While it’s undeniable some of us can be a bit daggy in the weekly shop, let’s continue to keep it respectful in the aisles – you never know who you’re going to bump into!

My understanding of the is that if you eat fruit without asking the assistant you can be charged with theft .As to leaving items on the wrong shelves is just laziness I often see fridge items left on shelves ElseWare all these habit's increase the amount we pay for our goods

 

[Pat T]

melted tar. I find that a bit too hot to believe.

Yes, it tells you how good our roads are sealed- mind you that was about 50 ago. I’d have black blob remains on the souls of my feet for a couple of days. Now have about 6 pairs of thongs floating around.

 

[DiMcg]

Yuk !!!!! This is just as bad but in a different way, a woman in local K-Mart eating a "juicey" hamburger, a few minutes later she's finished the hamburger and wiping her hands on men's T-shirt hanging on the rack

OMG! What happened to people, that decency doesn’t occur to themand embarrassment doesn’t phase them

 

[Jennie]

melted tar. I find that a bit too hot to believe.

I believe it, some areas here (riverina) get very hot in summer and the tar does start to get very soft and sticks to your shoes.

 

[Gsr]

Tar melted in puddles on roads on hot days. Roadworkers have learnt to use more bluemetal now.

Maybe, but in our town tar still melts on spots on the roads in hot weather, not all over the road but spots here and there. Maybe it is the patches where they repair the roads. I’m sure roads are not made as well as they used to be as within a few days of having tar laid they need repairing. Hubby blames the preparation before the tar goes down, not the same quality of workmanship it used to be.

 

[Happyjack]

Ah, supermarkets – We love to hate them, but the reality is we need them. Most of us frequent the aisles at least once a week, and it’s fair to say we’ve all got a few habits we can’t shake when doing the groceries.

View attachment 18801

Is it okay to sniff your fresh produce before you buy them? Image source: Shutterstock.

From wearing pyjamas and going shoeless to fondling the fruit and eating before buying, let’s face it, some of us Aussies can be a bit daggy. However, we must admit that it is only human. I mean – who among us hasn’t done something a little strange at the checkout? I know I sure have.

In this article, we’ll explore some of the strangest and most surprising habits Australians have when it comes to the weekly grocery shop…

1. Going shoeless

If you’ve ever arrived at the supermarket barefoot, don’t worry, you’re in good company! It might not be the most appropriate choice for a public shopping outing, but for some of us, it can be awfully tempting to leave the shoes at home. However, we must say that if you are one of the many Aussies who choose to do their weekly grocery shop shoeless, maybe just make sure your feet are, eh, well-maintained.

2. Kissing at the supermarket

Look, we’ve all had those relationships where you just can’t keep your hands off each other, right? I can’t say I’ve been there for a long time, but you know, young people need to grocery shop too! But unfortunately, that kind of behaviour obviously doesn’t belong in the supermarket. Not only will you make other shoppers feel awkward and uncomfortable, but you’re also wasting precious time when most of us simply want to grab what we need and go!

3. Fondling the fruit

You have to check your fruit and vegetables before buying them, but how many ‘squeezes’ are really necessary? Any more than a couple of tests and you run the risk of pushing fellow shoppers over the edge. Also, is it okay to sniff the fruit or vegetables before buying? We know some people do, but most of us here at the SDC tend to avoid it (especially since COVID-19). We’d love to hear your thoughts on whether it is or isn’t okay to sniff your fresh produce before buying it.

4. Snagging the milk to get the best expiry date

Honestly, I’ll be the first to admit I am a bit biased here, so maybe I shouldn’t be writing this article , but I don’t think this is daggy at all! If you find yourself fumbling through the back of the milk shelves in search of the latest expiry date, then you’re probably – unintentionally – annoying everyone else around you trying to get some milk, but hey, at least your milk will last longer than everyone else's and you’re grabbing a bargain because it’s bound to last longer.

5. Wearing your pyjamas to the supermarket

I, of all people, understand what a chore grocery shopping can be. I can also see that it may feel good to drift through the aisles wearing your bedtime finery, but in reality, you’re probably making those around you a little nervous and uncomfortable. I mean, is it that hard to put on at least some trackies before heading to the supermarket? Although, maybe some of you share a different opinion. Is it okay to wear your pyjamas to the supermarket?

6. People who start eating before buying

We wrote about this not too long ago, when an ALDI worker complained about customers eating their groceries before buying them. I must admit, I share the same opinion that many of you shared and that is that eating anything at the supermarket before buying it isn’t okay - unless of course, you’re tasting a few grapes to check if they are okay to buy. But anything else, I find bizarre. But maybe you don’t. Is eating your grocery before you buy them acceptable?

7. Sampling too many grapes from the prepacked bags

Okay, like I said above, it’s completely acceptable to try a few grapes. But really, there is no need to try more than a handful, maybe four grapes maximum. However, there are always cheeky Aussies that completely over-sample by snacking on the grapes while they shop. I’d love to hear your take on this habit, members, simply because I tend to disagree with it… But maybe you think it’s completely acceptable?

8. Putting stuff back on the wrong shelves

Okay, members, I’m always honest with you, so I’ll be the first to admit, I’ve done this on a handful of occasions when I’ve been in a rush. I mean, haven’t we all done it? It’s understandable, but that doesn’t make it right. If we all make the effort to return items to the right shelf, then everyone else’s shopping experience can be more enjoyable. It’s the least we can do! But, maybe you disagree? Maybe you think it’s okay to leave whatever it is you’ve decided not to buy somewhere else in the store? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this controversial topic!

Key Takeaways

• Australians have shared their most daggy supermarket behaviours and experiences.
• Common issues include not wearing shoes, kissing, fondling fruit, and snagging milk with the best expiry date.
• Other behaviours mentioned were not knowing how to handle a trolley, wearing pyjamas, eating before buying, and putting items back on the wrong shelves.
• These behaviours, while not criminal, can make the shopping experience uncomfortable or inconvenient for fellow shoppers.

So, there you have it, members. These are eight unique habits some of us have (or have seen) when shopping at the supermarket. While it’s undeniable some of us can be a bit daggy in the weekly shop, let’s continue to keep it respectful in the aisles – you never know who you’re going to bump into!

One thing I sometimes do is either have a bite or a sip of a drink while waiting in the checkout queue - especially at Aldi. Usually after a a long afternoon, maybe a hot one, and no lunch.
I do think it's cheeky but then I am paying for it soon - and if I don't snack/sip who is going to give the kiss of life when I faint.