Speak Up: Scottsdale Mediterranean Market becomes first Blue Zones-approved grocer in Arizona

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Zata Mediterranean Market in Scottsdale is the first Blue Zones-approved grocer in Arizona, recognition given to grocery stores that implement practices that enhance community well-being and promote healthier lifestyles. Here’s how readers on NextDoor and Newsbreak reacted:

 From NextDoor

• “The food is terrific!” — Amy Tropp
• “Their Baklava is divine!” — KC Engel
• “Love this store! I picked up some Italian cookies and pasta from Greece. All the items were delicious!” — Vicki Albrzzi

From NewsBreak

• “Is Blue Zones a new buzz for Dem Zones?” — I.O.
• “I.O., clearly you didn’t read the article. If you had read it, you would know it has nothing to do with politics and everything to do health. Blue zone means healthy non-sweetener options being advertised at check out along other stuff.” — Hanna
• “Hanna, I did read it. Just noting the Blue Zone … all these buzz words now days and what it might really represent.” — I.O.
• “It’s a shame it’s in disputed territory in Scottsdale.” — Devra Themistocles
• “And drain pocket books.” — Lela Murray
• “Awesome. Great job.” — John Diaz