A) Define what a gourmet/specialty store is for you. For this assignment, be sure that the store specifically describes and advertises itself as "gourmet" (verifiable on their website/marketing materials).
A gourmet store is a store that distributes specialty items that are likely not in a regular grocery store. Has lots of imported goods that other stores may not have, sells high quality food and is quality-oriented. Are foods that are typically considered high-value food items made in small quantities from high-quality ingredients. Consumers typically pay higher prices for specialty foods. They may have higher prices due to more expensive ingredients.
B) Explain why you chose this store.
I went shopping in the center city and this gourmet store was next to one of the clothing store I went so I decided to stop in and take a look around. …show more content…
Take some pictures (at least 3) to support your findings.
1) In your opinion, what type of neighborhood is it? What are primary social groups living in the neighborhood?
This gourmet store is located in center city and the neighborhood is surrounded by business. The primary social group in this neighborhood is mostly people from affluent class.
2) How accessible is the store from public transportation?
It is very accessible since it is located in center city. In a five-minute walking distance, there are cabs running constantly, bus stops near it, and there are entrances to the subway.
3) What section of the store are you focusing on? I focused on the fresh produce.
4) What is the basis of the food category? What food products belong there? Why?
There were fresh fruits and vegetables which were health oriented, such as apples, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes
A gourmet store is a store that distributes specialty items that are likely not in a regular grocery store. Has lots of imported goods that other stores may not have, sells high quality food and is quality-oriented. Are foods that are typically considered high-value food items made in small quantities from high-quality ingredients. Consumers typically pay higher prices for specialty foods. They may have higher prices due to more expensive ingredients.
B) Explain why you chose this store.
I went shopping in the center city and this gourmet store was next to one of the clothing store I went so I decided to stop in and take a look around. …show more content…
Take some pictures (at least 3) to support your findings.
1) In your opinion, what type of neighborhood is it? What are primary social groups living in the neighborhood?
This gourmet store is located in center city and the neighborhood is surrounded by business. The primary social group in this neighborhood is mostly people from affluent class.
2) How accessible is the store from public transportation?
It is very accessible since it is located in center city. In a five-minute walking distance, there are cabs running constantly, bus stops near it, and there are entrances to the subway.
3) What section of the store are you focusing on? I focused on the fresh produce.
4) What is the basis of the food category? What food products belong there? Why?
There were fresh fruits and vegetables which were health oriented, such as apples, oranges, tomatoes, potatoes