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Putting in a shoutout for The Fresh Market, which originated in Greensboro and its still small. I used to work at the front desk of the architecture firm that was their firm of record and can vouch for how tiny and how specific each store is. I also had a panic attack in my local one in Alexandria, Virginia, but only because I was having a stressful day doing Instacart. Also, pre-consolidation, Harris Teeter and Food Lion were also NC stores. And we also have a very distinct food culture, that i even dreamed about missing last night, lol.

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I've heard of Harris Teeter and Food Lion, but actually don't know The Fresh Market. I'll have to check it out the next time I'm in the South! And food dreams are the best dreams! πŸ˜‚

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