Deep in the heart of Texas sits the weird, wild town of Austin; actually, in all honesty it's not that wild at all, but it's known for its progressive ideals and left-of-center acceptance of creative, bohemian lifestyles.  Its forward-thinking nature blended with the fact that it's been named the #1 place in the U.S. to launch a startup, make it the perfect location for the country's first grocery store that creates zero waste and uses no packaging.

In.gredients opened its doors this summer to the delight of foodies and ecological enthusiasts for miles around.  Using no packaging whatsoever, it allows its customers to buy local, all-natural, organic, in-season produce and basic ingredients bulk-style, using containers from home or compostable containers provided by the store.  No fuss, no muss, no waste, no guilt.  It even has local beers on tap, providing a perfect break from an errand run and a chance to catch up with neighbors. Makes grocery shopping seem less like a chore and more like an adventure, doesn't it?