In an era of 10-minute deliveries, why weekly markets have become my ‘dopamine hit’
Six years after relocating from Chennai to Delhi, the author has come to find solace in weekly markets. While platforms like Blinkit or Swiggy Instamart may offer convenience, the author prefers the unpredictability of Delhi's weekly markets. These markets, though crowded and noisy, provide a sense of unpredictability that is appealing.
The author enjoys the process of bargaining, negotiating prices, and observing the vendors who remember their previous purchases. The markets are not just places of commerce, but also serve as stages where people's lives unfold. The author has developed a sophisticated bargaining strategy and has become familiar with vendors who have stories of their own.
The weekly market provides a unique form of convenience by offering a living, breathing microcosm of everyday life.
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