Written by Rainy McEwan, Jr. Business Analyst

It's officially here!

Summer is officially here! In the Northeast we know that means we finally get three lovely months of respite from the cold winter, so we have to make the most of it! Between beach trips, hiking, and days at the pool, there’s one thing they all have in common: they require energy! Instacart can save you time and energy by delivering your groceries straight to your door in as little as two hours! Now you can have a lovely picnic instead of spending that time at the store!

Sunrise hike.....

Time to pack up in preparation for a sunrise hike? You’ll want some protein on the way! Bring some granola bars or cheese and crackers to easily snack on and keep your energy up. Don’t forget plenty of water, too! Once you reach the summit, what better way to celebrate your accomplishment than a nice breakfast spread? Muffins, turnovers, or bagels, just don’t forget the coffee!

Something about the fireflies in the humid summer air feels romantic, doesn’t it? But why wait until the weekend to sweep your significant other off their feet? With Instacart, delivery is available in as little as two hours, so you can have everything right at your door soon after getting home from work!  Start with a simple, light salad: greens and your favorite toppings, or save some time with a grab ‘n’ go salad! Then impress with your expertly prepared main course- some marinated chicken breasts, perhaps? Close out the meal with some fresh, ripe strawberries– light and refreshing, this aphrodisiac is everything to love about the season.

Cookout Classics

Classic cookouts require all the essentials: hot dogs, hamburgers, and snacky sides galore! You’ll need something for your guests to stack all your delicious treats on, just add some Simply Done designer tableware to your cart! But oh no, you realize you forgot potato salad and soda, and your guests are already arriving. Not a problem, Instacart here to save the day! Available at over 100 locations, just go to the website or app, add what you need to your cart and an Instacart shopper will pick up and deliver your items straight to your door! You can rest easy knowing that Instacart will be there for all your
mishaps, tight spots, and days where you really want to avoid leaving the A.C. this summer.

For a few months now, Price Chopper, Market 32 and Market Bistro customers across the Northeast have been simplifying their lives by experiencing a new, easier way to grocery shop!  Leveraging our partnership with Instacart*, many are clicking online to fill their virtual carts and are having groceries delivered right to their front door.  Delivery has been well received by our customers and we want to thank everyone who has been using the service.  Our delivery service coverage area is expanding regularly!  You can check here to see if we already deliver to your home: https://www.pricechopper.com/we-deliver   But What’s New Now?  Pickup! That’s right.  We are excited to announce that we’ve recently begun to offer a convenient and affordable pickup option at our Market Bistro location in Latham, NY as another way to simplify that hectic schedule of yours. Learn more about this option at https://www.pricechopper.com/pickup Loading Groceries Into Your Car Today (using the same Instacart app used for delivery) you can order your groceries on-line; our Market Bistro employees will gladly do the shopping for you, communicate throughout your order and finish off by loading your items into your car. For just $1.99, this new service will provide the maximum convenience for each and every lifestyle. From the busy soccer mom to the husband that would prefer not to do the shopping, everyone will be satisfied with our grocery pickup experience. Our employees are trained to find the exact product you selected or a comparable item which you may then approve or deny. By downloading the Instacart app you will be able to place your order, track the status of your order, and communicate with your personal shopper. You can chat straight through the app or via text if you need to make a change or forgot to order an item.   Have Fun Shopping Market Bistro Instacart Logo on Instacart The cutting edge technology of Instacart has provided yet another opportunity to make your life easier and brings back a little fun to grocery shopping.  Whether you choose to stay home or stay in your car – grocery delivery or pickup** will afford you more time with family and friends, to cook the meals you are prepping for, and for some much-needed relaxation! Head on over to shop.pricechopper.com, select Market Bistro***, and place your order for pickup. Your pickup shoppers (employees MaryAnne and Sharon) are excited to take care of your order and want to become an integral part of your family. You won’t be disappointed to see their smiling faces approach your car with your groceries!   BONUS: Through 12/31/18 take $15 off your first Instacart order (of $35 or more) and receive free pickup or delivery with promo code WEDELIVER15 at checkout.   *What is Instacart? Instacart is a rapidly expanding 3rd party company that has created software for grocery/household item pickup and delivery. By partnering with them we are now able to offer delivery or pickup services to our guests. You can shop online from the comfort of your own home using whichever mobile device or computer that you prefer. Shop all of the products in the store with some restrictions, such as age restricted items like alcohol. **Remember, Pickup is only available at Market Bistro for now. ***Not seeing pickup as an option? Switch your shopping zip code to 12110 and select Market Bistro.