If You Need Eggs Stop By This South Carolina Location For A Good Deal
HOUSTON, TEXAS - AUGUST 15: In this photo illustration, four fried eggs are seen on a plate on August 15, 2022 in Houston, Texas. Egg prices steadily climb in the U.S. as inflation continues impacting grocery stores nationwide. (Photo Illustration by Brandon Bell/Getty Images)
By now, we all know about the egg shortage. The avian flu and the need to destroy many birds led to shortages, high prices and even smuggling. The Herald Online reports a store with two York County locations and one Gaston County location plans to sell them this week for $2.99. Saltwater Markets in Clover and Fort Mill drew crowds on Tuesday with the sale. People desperately seeking eggs scrambled to get there early in the morning to avoid missing out. They advertised the “below cost” sale on their Facebook page. And, the market brought 150 dozen eggs to each store. The store points out they require at least one other purchase at the market in order for the lower egg price to be valid. And, anyone who shopped for eggs lately realizes how high they are. Some stores sell a dozen for $5 or more. Of course, the supply is first come, first served.
Saltwater Market brings in eggs from local suppliers in the Carolinas. And, they point to wanting to help the community because so many people feed their families with eggs. But, the good thing is, Saltwater says they have lots of eggs and can get more if needed. The original Facebook post concerning the sale had 300 shares and more than 100 comments. So, apparently it resonated with many families. Therefore, if you need eggs, this might be a good place to get a deal. The Saltwater stores are on Gold Hill Road in Fort Mill, Bethel Street in Clover and South New Hope Road in Gastonia, North Carolina. Look here for exact addresses and info.
No Egg Baking List Of Best Substitutions For Eggs Amid Soaring Prices
No doubt you know about the soaring prices of eggs lately. The spike is attributed to large nationwide outbreaks of avian flu. Subsequently, prices rise, and now eggs might even be harder to find. This has resulted in North Carolina-based Harris Teeter limiting egg purchases. This hits consumers hard when it comes to everyday meal prep. However, it really takes a toll on businesses that rely on large numbers of eggs every day. This situation affects restaurants and bakeries in particular. If only we had a no egg baking list of substitutions to use. Just wait and see! According to WSOC, bakeries such as Gaston County’s “Cake Me Away” feel the pinch hard. The Dallas, North Carolina bakery uses about 600 eggs per week making their desserts. Owner Brittany Pressler says they spend nearly $600 a month just on eggs. And, the spike means a rise in their prices on specialty cakes. However, Pressler indicates customers have been understanding. After all, rising prices these days affect everyone.
So, how do we deal with the problem in the meantime? For the short term, many will likely cut down on their typical egg consumption. And, some folks might be lucky enough to have access to their own chickens and fresh eggs. In fact, WSOC reports 10-year-old Rylen Robbins in Dallas has a homemade chicken coop supplying the family eggs. He says one of their best customers is a baker. But, if you don’t have your own chickens, is their another option? Well, for the home baker, these no egg baking substitutions can work in a pinch. And, the swaps might be more plentiful and even a little cheaper. Obviously these won’t be practical for the commercial bakery. Although, for the rest of us it might be worth exploring. Here’s a list of best egg substitutions if you’re “scrambling” for a temporary solution. Go to healthline.com to see a complete list.
Debbie Nance is the afternoon co-host along with her husband on "The Charlie and Debbie Show" at WSOC, Country 1037 in Charlotte, North Carolina. She has been with the station for 18 years. Debbie is a CMA Award winner for Radio Personality of the Year. And, she has worked in radio for 40 years. Before her current afternoon position, Debbie spent more than a decade as co-host on morning shows in several markets across the Southeast. As a content creator for Country 1037, Debbie writes articles about food, new restaurants in the Carolinas and travel experiences.
