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I can get what I need without having to deal with a ton of people. I don't think I have people; however, my idea of a great evening usually involves a paint brush and canvas, or a Doctor Who rerun. I wouldn't mind one person to share Dr. Who with me. The thought of a watch party does not appeal to me.
Back the subject.
Instacart is great. Keep in mind that there are some drawbacks.
I reserve the following items for an in person visit.
- Fresh produce is problematic. Not everyone has worked in a kitchen and knows what to look for in terms of freshness. So something like potatoes that last a relatively long time, that I am comfortable ordering. Avocados, which go bad fast, I make a trip and select myself for use that day. (I do know about letting unripe avocados sit a while in a paper bag, but the timing is not certain.) Generally, fresh produce should be prepped and cooked quickly and I feel a personal trip to the store is best for that.
- Apples, oranges, plums, and uncut fruit I have delivered as well as nuts and peanuts.
- Sugar absorbs a lot of moisture. Even if it dry, it absorbs moisture waiting on the porch. The same goes with salt, flour and rice. Unless, they are packaged in a waterproof material.
- Fresh fish needs to be picked up personally; and, to be fair, I have never trusted anyone with selecting seafood and never will.