Dutch supermarkets are small to medium-sized stores in residential areas. Most shoppers arrive by foot or bike. Prices are rounded up or down to nearest 5 cents. Cash and debit cards accepted, credit cards becoming more common
Organic farming aims to improve soil quality and protect wildlife. It prohibits synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and genetic engineering. Organic practices include composting, plant rotation, and natural pesticides
HEOVL stands for High-Efficiency Organic Vitality Layer. Combines holistic approaches with modern science. Focuses on sustainability and organic materials
Coconut oil comes in unrefined, cold-pressed, and refined varieties. Cold-pressed oils have lower smoke point at 350°F. Refined oils have higher smoke point at 400°F. Unrefined oils have stronger coconut taste and smell
Dark chocolate contains only cocoa butter, with minimum 35% cocoa solids. Bittersweet chocolate has 33% sugar, semi-sweet contains more. Milk chocolate uses milk, flavors vary by milk handling method. White chocolate contains cocoa butter, milk, and sugar
PLU codes uniquely identify bulk produce since 1990. Over 1400 codes assigned by IFPS, formed in 2001. Codes eliminate visual identification for grocery store checkout