Don't Touch the Produce
We were pleasantly surprised by the way Europeans treated their fresh fruits and vegetables. In most places, you should not handle fresh produce with your bare hands. If you are shoppping at a market, tell the farmer what you'd like and let the farmer put it in the bag for you. Most farmers will take the time to give you their best produce so it isn't necessary for you to select your own fruits and vegetables. If you are in a grocery store, look around the produce section to find disposable gloves. You only need one for the hand that will touch the fresh produce. It is also good to remember that while vendors are willing to give you samples, they are usually farmers and small producers with much smaller marketing budgets than Costco. Be polite and only take samples of items you are truly tempted to buy.
