August 30th 2024.
Love is a beautiful feeling that can be found in unexpected places, even in the most mundane of locations like a supermarket. Forget about traditional places like rooftop bars or run clubs, because according to recent trends, supermarkets are the new hotspot for finding romance. It might sound strange, but it's true.
Have you ever found yourself wandering through the fruit and vegetable aisle, only to lock eyes with a handsome stranger and wonder if it was fate? Well, now people are actually going to the supermarket at specific times with the sole intention of finding a date. This trend seems to have started in Spain at the popular supermarket chain Mercadona, after a video went viral of a Spanish TV personality discussing the theory that singles were using the supermarket as a place to meet potential partners.
In the video, which has been viewed over 1.6 million times, the TV personality and her friend are shopping at Mercadona when her friend asks about the best time to flirt in the store. After doing some research, they discover that the best time is from 7pm to 8pm. They also notice that there are people walking around with empty carts, not even pretending to shop. It's clear that they're there for more than just groceries.
This phenomenon has even been given a name - "Mercatinder" - by people in the comments who have shared their own experiences and recommended other Spanish supermarkets with designated flirting hours. Some have even claimed that there are secret codes and messages that can be sent using the items in your shopping cart. For example, an upside-down pineapple is said to signify that you are available, while a pineapple with the tips down means you are not looking for a hookup.
Other items like lettuce, lentils, and oil supposedly have different meanings as well. Lettuce represents a one night stand, lentils signify a desire for something long-term, and oil indicates a preference for someone with money. There's even a suggestion to bump your cart into someone else's as a way to show your interest.
While this may sound like a fun and quirky way to find love, it's important to remember that not everyone may be aware of this trend. Plus, according to a study by YouGov, only 15% of people have met their current or most recent partners by chance while out and about. So while it's worth a shot, don't put all your eggs - or fruit - in one basket. And if all else fails, maybe try using your words and starting a conversation with someone you find attractive in the supermarket. After all, love can be found anywhere, even in the most unexpected places.
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