How to Hit on Someone at the Grocery Store

There are SO many times where I go to the grocery store and see someone attractive and think, why not meet someone here? Grocery stores have major potential for meeting people. Plus, you have so many open-liners to work with, due to so many things surrounding you! I’ve come up with just a few of the many openings you can work with to start a conversation with that attractive stranger.

• The hard-to-find ingredient: Excuse me, I’m attempting to make chicken parm.. Do you know where the breadcrumbs are? Oh, thanks, have you made that before? Any tips?

• The price question: Excuse me, do you know if this is a good price for kale, squash, etc.? Thanks, I’m trying to eat healthier, etc..

• The “I need your expertise” question: Hmmm…what’s the difference between cherry and grape tomatoes, do you know?

• The deli counter wait: Here, often times people are just standing around.. Why not strike up a conversation? You could always make a joke and say “Why is there always a wait?”

• The checkout line last chance (Advanced maneuver): You’d have to do this one before it’s their turn to get rung up, so time is valuable. Act fast. Once again, use your surroundings. You can say something like “They always get me with the candy and gum trap while you’re waiting. I can’t say no.” After that, it’ll get tricky: You have to talk to the person (1) in front of the cashier (2), AND potentially the bagger (3): triple threat. Also, they may be trying to pay attention to the cashier or the computer screen with the prices, or bagging themselves. Not good.

After breaking the ice and the conversation gets going, try to find something in common. (Maybe you’re both getting dog food for your furry friends or you live in the same building or block, etc.) If not, feel free to ask them if they would like to exchange cooking tips by giving you their email or phone number.

Hopefully I’ve planted the seed in your head that you don’t have to be at an expensive lounge buying someone drinks or trying to come up with things to say to someone who’s with friends at the bar. It’s super simple when you learn to work with what you’ve got. In this case, something we all need; food!

8 Realistic Places to Meet Women

Our male clients are always asking me where the women are! I’ve come up with a list of places where our research shows are pretty reliable in helping you get those digits.

 

1. Wine Tastings.  We love wine and it puts us in a welcoming, fun mood! Hello!
2. Fashion shows (not the weekly kind). We love fashion and we love talking about the models. Guys catch on to this quickly though, and they think they’re going to be the only guys there surrounded by women, but there are more and more guys at these continuous shows now. Pick a random fashion show that isn’t a regularly scheduled one. Try a pop-up event or a fundraiser. Also, don’t stare with your jaw dropped at the models. That’s a huge turnoff.
3. Sports bars during a big game. Why? Because generally, it’s our consensus that women aren’t watching it as closely as the guys. A lot of women go to sports bars to meet men, but most guys don’t want to talk, they want to watch. Women even get frustrated in the lack of attention from guys during sports games. This is your chance to swoop in and start talking while you have their attention and the other guys have no clue!
4. “Girlie,” pretty bars. We pay attention to detail. When we are surrounded by velour sofas, stylish walls, beautiful red chandeliers, and fun drinks, we love it, therefore we go back! Not to mention, we love our pretty cocktails, and usually cocktail bars are right up our alley.
5. Outdoor patio bars on nice days. We want to show off our new summer dresses and different makeup, hairstyles, etc., while drinking margaritas out on the patio! What better way to talk to girls than when everyone’s outside in the beautiful weather and in a great mood also!
6. Charity events/fundraisers.  Depending on the event, there are usually more girls than guys. For example, we’ve found that causes such as those for animal cruelty and adoption, breast cancer, and child welfare are heavily attended by women. This brings up a nice topic of conversation that you ALREADY HAVE IN COMMON.. what you’re doing there! You are killing two birds with one stone here – giving to a good cause and meeting women. Girls love a great guy with a good heart!
7. Museum after-hours events.  Another place where women love the surroundings and cocktails, and it’s super easy to just talk about the piece of artwork that is right in front of you.
8. Coffee shops.  I know this one is kind of corny, but people who go to coffee shops with their laptops or things to work on realize that it’s a social environment, and that’s why they’re going. Otherwise, why not go to the library or stay at home to study?  Go up to her or sit next to her and after settling in, and say “Hey, what are you working on/reading/etc.?” Believe me, she will be more than happy to answer!

There are many other places to meet women, as I’m sure you know. I’m even writing my entire following blog on how one can meet people at a grocery store. If any of the above still seems intimidating to conquer on your own, you know where to find us for help!