Alright, so I was at the supermarket the other day, you know, just browsing through the butter section and trying to figure out which one wouldn’t break my budget. And let me tell you, the prices were absolutely bonkers. Like, who in their right mind would pay that much for butter? Not me, that’s for sure.
But apparently, there’s a whole saga behind these crazy prices. Something about dairy price hikes, local supply issues, and production costs going through the roof. So yeah, butter has basically become a luxury item for us Kiwis lately. And let me tell you, I felt the pain when I had to fork out $11 for a pack of butter at a random dairy. Like, seriously, $11 for butter? That’s just highway robbery if you ask me.
Anyway, as I stood there contemplating my options, there was this dude beside me doing the same thing. He picked up a pack of Woolworths butter, put it back, grabbed some Mainland butter, and muttered something about it being better. I, on the other hand, settled for Anchor on special because, let’s be real, I’m not about to break the bank for butter. And don’t even get me started on plant-based spreads being way cheaper. Sure, they’re convenient and all, but nothing beats the real deal, am I right?
And speaking of the real deal, let me tell you about the wonders of butter. I mean, sure, margarine was all the rage back in the day with its easy spreadability and whatnot. But let’s be honest, nothing beats the flavor and texture of good ol’ butter. It’s like the secret ingredient that takes your food to the next level. I mean, try making Anzac biscuits without butter and you’ll see what I mean. It’s just not the same, trust me.
So yeah, maybe butter is a bit pricey these days, but honestly, it’s worth it for that rich, velvety taste that just can’t be replicated. And hey, a little indulgence every now and then won’t hurt, right? As the saying goes, everything in moderation. So go ahead, treat yourself to a bit of butter on your bread. Your taste buds will thank you, even if your wallet might not.