Lhasa residents enjoy a good life "near".
Residents buy flowers inside the florist. Photo by reporter Ngawang Nyima
Residents buy food at small food and beverage outlets. Photo by reporter Gongqu Roger
Small shops are the most basic "cells" of the real economy, connecting thousands of industries and serving thousands of households. From the convenience supermarket at the entrance of the community to the flower shop that embellishes life, and then to the gourmet store that contains the taste of hometown...... The steaming "small shop economy" is a small business for the convenience of the people, but it shows the great vitality of urban development. For consumers, the development of the "small shop economy" not only makes life more convenient, but also plays a key role in improving the quality of life and enhancing consumer satisfaction.
Immediate demand activates the "small shop economy" Convenience stores add convenience to residents' lives
"Boss, how do you sell fruit?" "Do you have soy sauce and MSG in the store?" "Can you help you pick up a delivery?" Nowadays, in the fast-paced city life, convenience stores, which represent the "small shop economy", are gradually becoming an indispensable part of life due to their unique convenience. The convenience stores that can be found everywhere in the streets and alleys of Lhasa not only meet the immediate needs of residents in their daily lives, but also win the love of consumers with their convenient and considerate services.
Mr. Ma, a resident of Changxingduhui Community in Liuwu New District, Lhasa, visits the convenience store at the entrance of the community every day after work to buy vegetables, fruits and other daily necessities. In his opinion, although the convenience store is not large, the shelves are full of fresh fruits and vegetables, office supplies, snack food, etc., and the prices are reasonable. "Although the large supermarket is not too far from our community, it is still very convenient to buy things for daily needs here, especially the convenience store also supports home delivery, and the things you buy downstairs can be delivered in a few minutes." Mr. Luo, a citizen, told reporters, "I am usually busy at work and have no time to go to the supermarket. Since there is this small shop at the entrance of the community, you can buy fresh fruits and vegetables on the way after work, and you no longer have to worry about not having time to buy ingredients. ”
Fresh goods, close proximity and good service are the reasons why many citizens favor convenience stores, which not only meet the basic living needs of residents, but also make the neighborhood more harmonious and warm through the continuous upgrading of service models. At the gate of Dongcheng No. 1 Community, Chengguan District, Lhasa City, Ms. Meng, a resident, told reporters that the proprietress of the convenience store at the entrance of the community was very kind and helped residents collect express delivery free of charge, which solved a big problem for many office workers. "In the past, I was always worried that no one would receive the express delivery, but now it's okay, and the convenience store at the door can collect it on my behalf, which is so convenient!" Ms. Meng said, "Sometimes I work late overtime, and I can pick up the express delivery when I go home, which is really time-saving and worry-free." ”
Depicting the colorful colors of the "small shop economy" Flower shops embellish the aesthetics of residents' lives
In the busy city life, the "small shop economy" adds color and vitality to the city with its unique charm and vitality, and also conveys the beauty of life in romance. At present, with the improvement of people's living standards and the rapid development of the "self-pleasing" economy, the consumption of flowers has gradually expanded from holiday gifts to people's daily life. As an important part of the "small shop economy", the flower shop not only ushers in development opportunities, but also embellishes the lives of residents and gives them a unique aesthetic charm.
Walking into a small flower shop near Sun Island in Lhasa, the air is filled with a faint fragrance of flowers, from classic roses and lilies to niche eucalyptus leaves and daisies, each bouquet of flowers and plants is carefully matched and waiting for customers. Ms. Ci, a resident of Lhasa Wanli Jiayuan Community, likes this flower shop very much, she told reporters that whether it is leisure time on weekends or on the way home from work, as long as you walk into the flower shop and pick a few favorite flowers, you can enjoy a pleasant shopping experience. "In the past, I used to buy flowers for relatives and friends, but now I buy more flowers to decorate life and bring a good mood." Ms. Ci said, "Since the opening of this small flower shop, sometimes you can buy a bouquet of flowers for only a dozen yuan, and harvest the romance of the whole day." ”
In addition to floral shops, the "small shop economy" represented by coffee shops, bakeries, sweet tea houses, etc., not only meets the daily needs of residents, but also conveys Lhasa's unique urban aesthetics, so that residents can still enjoy a rare tranquility in the hustle and bustle of the city. "On weekends or holidays, I would go to the coffee shop near the community, order a cup of signature latte, and enjoy a leisurely holiday time." Ms. Fang, a resident of Lhasa, said that the coffee shop is very close to the community, and although the store is not large, many people like to come here to chat, share their lives, and feel the comfort and tranquility of life.
Awaken the memory of the taste buds of the "small shop economy" Gourmet shops comfort the homesickness of residents
The streets and alleys of Lhasa are home to countless small shops, which may be inconspicuous, but they often contain an unforgettable taste of home. Shaxian snacks, Chongqing noodles, Yunnan pork chops, Mianyang rice noodles...... With the vigorous vitality and huge potential of the "small shop economy", these food restaurants have found their own development opportunities in Lhasa, not only adding a unique scenery to the city, but also warming the hearts of countless diners with their authentic hometown flavors.
In a Chongqing small noodle shop on Zangre Road in Lhasa, the oncoming fragrance makes people can't help but stop and stay, the store is not big, but the layout is warm and tidy, the owner is busy cooking noodles and mixes in the back kitchen, the proprietress is greeting the guests, while skillfully writing down the orders of the customers, the diners are talking and laughing patiently waiting for the food to be served. "Every time I come here to eat a bowl of noodles, it's like coming home." Mr. Zhang, from Chongqing, told reporters with emotion that two years ago, he came to Lhasa due to a job transfer, and whenever he missed his hometown, he would come to this small noodle shop to sit down and eat a bowl of hot Chongqing noodles. "The owner of this shop is an authentic Chongqing person, and the noodles are very authentic, and many fellow villagers love to come here to eat, and everyone becomes friends after they are cooked." Mr. Zhang said.
In addition to Chongqing noodles, Lhasa's small food shops also hide a variety of hometown flavors, whether it is steaming Lanzhou ramen, or spicy and delicious Sichuan Malatang, or soft and sweet Guangdong sugar water, these small shops not only satisfy people's taste buds, but also invisibly build a bridge connecting hometown and foreign land, so that everyone who is far away from home can find a trace of warmth. "When I first came to Lhasa, it was difficult to eat authentic hometown food, but in recent years, there have been more and more small shops specializing in Hunan cuisine, so that we strangers have the opportunity to taste the taste of our hometown, which is also a comfort to me." Ms. Chen, from Hunan, sighed.
Reporter's Notes
Optimize service supply and help the "small shop economy" to achieve steady and long-term development
Residents buy flowers inside the florist. Photo by reporter Ngawang Nyima
"Small shops" are the most direct embodiment of urban fireworks, and are gradually becoming an important engine to boost consumption. Nowadays, the vigorous development of the "small shop economy" has not only injected new vitality into Lhasa's urban development, but also allowed residents to enjoy a better life "closely" and feel the unique warmth and charm of the city. During the visit, the reporter found that many consumers are particularly concerned about the service and convenience of "small shops", so for the operators of "small shops", they must highlight the development of characteristics, further enrich the supply of high-quality goods and services while innovating management, pay attention to details, and strive to provide customers with warm, convenient and intimate services, so as to help the "small shop economy" to achieve stability and long-term development at the same time, and drive the happiness of Lhasa citizens to a new level.
Source: China Tibet News Network