The Fred Meyer grocery store on Northern Lights, as any local will tell you, is a must-see for those visiting Anchorage, Alaska. From the popular produce section in the front to the more mysterious aisles in the rear, there’s something here for everyone, and plenty of good photo opportunities. Second and third-time visitors will be sure to find something new, as well, as products are constantly being rearranged to keep customers on their toes. It’s the Simple Truth that this grocery store is leagues above some other options in the area, and this article will provide you with a Private Selection of activities and recommendations that are sure to delight. See you there!
Key Stops
The produce aisle: you’ll experience Alaska’s wide variety of imports, which runs the gamut from apples to, well, just about everything. Feel the cool mist on your face as the refrigerated veggies are automatically spritzed with water, every hour on the hour. And don’t forget those Yukon Gold potatoes!
Lodging
As the overhead fluorescent lights begin to dim and the $5 bottle of wine sets in, head to the furniture section for a cozy selection of beds, couches, and ottomans. This whole back section of the store is locally dubbed the ‘liminal space experience’ for the spectre-like employees floating around throughout the aisles and the hidden jewelry store that might be a portal to a doppelgänger dimension. If you came with a partner and are looking to get frisky, be sure to awkwardly stand next to the condoms as an employee comes and unlocks the case.
Alas, at some point your trip inside Fred Meyer must come to an end. You better be sure you saved your receipt.