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  • Anclote KeyAnclote Key Posts: 2,354 Officer
    #92
    jad1097 wrote: »
    Publix premium skinless chicken breast is $3.89 lb YMMV

    And they're $1.99 lb at Wallyworld. Almost half the price. Like I said.
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  • gmiller0737gmiller0737 Posts: 664 Officer
    #93
    I only go to Wal-Mart if I absoloutly have to & never to buy grocery items the savings are not worth the hassle,I shop for grocerys @ Publix almost exclusivly and buy a few items a couple of times a month @ Sams,Won't shop Winn Dixie at all drive past on the way to Publix.
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  • duckmanJRduckmanJR Posts: 21,265 AG
    #94
    gmiller0737 wrote: »
    ,Won't shop Winn Dixie at all drive past on the way to Publix.

    Just curious...why?
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  • SpineymanSpineyman Posts: 8,377 Admiral
    #95
    duckmanJR wrote: »
    Because their "match" was meant to damage its competitors...but they could not keep it up...so they were DEFEATED. Now theyt are doing some smart phone app give you the difference if you scan in your reciept gift card crap-o-la...

    I wonder how that works with all the " swipe yo EBT " card holders...pretty good I bet...some money on a gift card to get pack of cigs and liquor....

    They only did it on a trial basis in the first place. They thought by doing so it would sway more people away from the competition permanently but it did not happen. They could buy and sell WD and the rest of them if they so chose to. I will say it sells more matching a bogo than the actual store that runs the bogo. Or at least up here in the panhandle.
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  • cadmancadman Posts: 43,683 AG
    #96
    FishinMcNut wrote: »
    There is no reason why certain staples cost 30 - 40% more at Publix.

    Sure there is. They have more employees per customer than Walmart for one reason. That extra help costs money. They also pay the help better, which costs extra money.

    Those extra employees keep the store cleaner, better stocked, and provide better customer service. I will pay the extra for that.

    I have occasionally gone into the SuperCenter near my house, but only at 3am when no other customers are there so I don't get stuck in a 30 minute checkout line. I can buy what I need at Publix and be gone while you are standing in line at the register.

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  • divn4$divn4$ Posts: 1,529 Captain
    #97
    NOLE66 wrote: »
    That's cuz its all Chinese crap, including the food.

    I quit shopping at Wal Mart several years ago.

    Not cci .22 8.99$ limit 3
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    Go Navy.....
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  • cadmancadman Posts: 43,683 AG
    #98
    Cyclist wrote: »
    I shop at a local "county" place called Wards. Been here for a long time. Your cashier may be the owners MIL or Grandma.

    They cater to local foods and farmers, country folk and hippies.

    GREAT place, and they have a "Wall of Beer".

    Do most of you have access to a good local grocer?

    http://www.wardsgainesville.com/
    Ward’s Supermarket is the only locally-owned and operated grocery in Gainesville. Our family has been committed to providing the best selection, quality and prices for more than 60 years. We offer a bountiful array of fresh local produce, seafood, meat, baked goods, beer and wine and much more! We are dedicated to freshness, and you can see the difference throughout our store. Enjoy our truly original offerings, such as family-secret home-made jellies, sauces, dressings and salsa. Choose a loaf of fresh, locally made bread to go along with our wide selection of reasonably-priced wine and imported cheeses. Select some fresh meat or seafood to grill for dinner, and enjoy the variety of fresh, local vegetables available to go with it!

    In a hurry? Pick up some of our famous barbeque and homestyle accompaniments for a wholesome and satisfying meal. Whether you need just a few things for dinner, or a week’s worth of nutritious food, we are happy to serve you.
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    Wards is nice, but they don't have everything. Great place for meat and veggies, organic foods, bulk spices, etc.

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  • lawaiaalawaiaa Posts: 1,266 Officer
    #99
    When I lived in FL. Publix was my store of choice. Are they still closed on Sundays?
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  • rock_fishrock_fish Posts: 12,224 AG
    #100
    lawaiaa wrote: »
    When I lived in FL. Publix was my store of choice. Are they still closed on Sundays?


    No
    Proud supporter of the anti fishing, terroristic (lol what?) movement known as Greenpeace.
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #101
    rock_fish wrote: »
    I dont understand why any American would shop at Wal mart.

    Probably because it is either the only choice or has cheaper products. They problem they had with the BOGO's is that they put no limits on some of the items. People would clear the shelves. Winn Dixie's prices are much higher than WM. Some stuff they just don't have either.
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  • cadmancadman Posts: 43,683 AG
    #102
    Speaking of Grocery Stores, anyone ever shop a Fresh and Easy? It appears they are opening one here in Gainesville and I have never heard of them before

    http://www.freshandeasy.com/

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  • duckmanJRduckmanJR Posts: 21,265 AG
    #103
    Flash wrote: »
    Probably because it is either the only choice or has cheaper products. They problem they had with the BOGO's is that they put no limits on some of the items. People would clear the shelves. Winn Dixie's prices are much higher than WM. Some stuff they just don't have either.

    Incorrect...the policy was only 2 "deals"...
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  • duckmanJRduckmanJR Posts: 21,265 AG
    #104
    cadman wrote: »
    Speaking of Grocery Stores, anyone ever shop a Fresh and Easy? It appears they are opening one here in Gainesville and I have never heard of them before

    http://www.freshandeasy.com/

    I don't think they will have a lot of " Swipe Yo EBT " shoppers in there...
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #105
    Cyclist wrote: »
    Chicken breasts suck anyway (even if they are 1.99$/Ib at publix).

    Thighs, that is where the flavor is.

    Leg Quarters (Sav-a-Lot)
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  • jad1097jad1097 Posts: 9,611 Admiral
    #106
    Flash wrote: »
    Leg Quarters (Sav-a-Lot)

    I'll stick with the greenwise thighs
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  • rock_fishrock_fish Posts: 12,224 AG
    #107
    Flash wrote: »
    Probably because it is either the only choice or has cheaper products. They problem they had with the BOGO's is that they put no limits on some of the items. People would clear the shelves. Winn Dixie's prices are much higher than WM. Some stuff they just don't have either.


    Possibly, but cheaper is not always better when you support a company that doesn;t take care of its employees, supports anti sportsman causes, and forces manufacturers to sell their product at a lower cost or be black balled.

    No thanks, I am not supporting China-Mart, regardless if they are cheaper. And they are
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #108
    duckmanJR wrote: »
    Incorrect...the policy was only 2 "deals"...

    Maybe in yours, not in ours. Sorry
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #109
    rock_fish wrote: »
    Possibly, but cheaper is not always better when you support a company that doesn;t take care of its employees, supports anti sportsman causes, and forces manufacturers to sell their product at a lower cost or be black balled.

    No thanks, I am not supporting China-Mart, regardless if they are cheaper. And they are

    We shop at three different stores. Really all we have. Wal-mart, Winn Dixie and Sav-a-lot. I don't think the employees are 100% happy in any of them. I wasn't in my job either. For Publix, we have to drive 45 minutes or so 1 way.
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  • duckmanJRduckmanJR Posts: 21,265 AG
    #110
    Flash wrote: »
    Maybe in yours, not in ours. Sorry

    Moot point now...read my OP...
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #111
    jad1097 wrote: »
    I'll stick with the greenwise thighs

    Your money, but you wouldn't turn one of these down either. :wink
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #112
    duckmanJR wrote: »
    Moot point now...read my OP...

    I did and I posted part of the problem with our store. People clearing the shelves.
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  • jad1097jad1097 Posts: 9,611 Admiral
    #113
    Flash wrote: »
    We shop at three different stores. Really all we have. Wal-mart, Winn Dixie and Sav-a-lot. I don't think the employees are 100% happy in any of them. I wasn't in my job either. For Publix, we have to drive 45 minutes or so 1 way.

    31 miles from where I am staying to the one I went to today. Of course everything is 30 miles or so away. If there was a whole foods closer I would have gone there but that is somewhere around 70 miles
    Flash wrote: »
    Your money, but you wouldn't turn one of these down either. :wink


    I would if I knew where it came from. There is a reason I eat at few restaurants. This is the one I ate at today http://www.your-burger.com/index/
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  • jad1097jad1097 Posts: 9,611 Admiral
    #114
    rock_fish wrote: »
    Possibly, but cheaper is not always better when you support a company that doesn;t take care of its employees, supports anti sportsman causes, and forces manufacturers to sell their product at a lower cost or be black balled.

    No thanks, I am not supporting China-Mart, regardless if they are cheaper. And they are


    I'll never understand why those that can afford it do not shop elsewhere. Even union guys shop there and I think that is seriously screwed up considering wally world is anti-union.
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  • SpineymanSpineyman Posts: 8,377 Admiral
    #115
    The worst part about Walmart is they have used the money they made off of the average person to lobby against hunting and fishing. They are clearly behind all this crazy fishing regulations too.
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    Fishing beautiful Destin / Ft Walton Beach area!

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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #116
    duckmanJR wrote: »
    Moot point now...read my OP...

    And from another source.

    >>They will still match bogos but at the competitor price, not walmarts price.<<
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #117
    jad1097 wrote: »

    I would if I knew where it came from.

    My smoker, of course. :grin
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  • CyclistCyclist Posts: 23,340 AG
    #118
    Flash wrote: »
    Leg Quarters (Sav-a-Lot)

    Looks great. I don't think there is anything better than grilled or smoked chicken.
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  • jad1097jad1097 Posts: 9,611 Admiral
    #119
    Cyclist wrote: »
    Looks great. I don't think there is anything better than grilled or smoked chicken.

    You'd knowingly eat/buy "sav-a-lot" chicken?
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  • FlashFlash Posts: 12,535 AG
    #120
    jad1097 wrote: »
    You'd knowingly eat/buy "sav-a-lot" chicken?

    LOL. I have a friend that refuses to eat my Yard eggs from free range chickens, instead opting for Egglands Best, "because they are better for you". Yet she woofs down any desserts my wife makes with these eggs any chance she gets. Cakes, pies, brownies, you name it. Nothing wrong with Sav-a-lot chicken either. Got 3 more 10 lb bags in the freezer to smoke.
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  • navigator2navigator2 Posts: 22,521 AG
    #121
    Gardawg wrote: »
    LOL ... anyone drinking diet soda shouldn't call other people idiots ... The healthiest diet drink for you is water

    http://www.today.com/health/no-seriously-diet-sodas-are-terrible-you-too-4B11200933
    Water huh? I guess you don't drink alcohol either. I have a tip that you'll love. The GF says Summer's Eve is cheap there too. Sounds like you need to stock up. :rotflmao
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