Originally Posted by Sly

Just a quick comment... I think a big reason Europeans purchase more fresh foods is because you have small grocers very close to your home. That isn't as common in the States due to how spread out we are. I can't stroll right outside my door and pick-up fruit for the day, you guys have that luxury.

As a single guy, I buy enough food to last 2-3 weeks typically, while many families do weekly grocery store runs.