Delivery and click-and-collect services allow customers to stay in touch with the outlets they love, at a time when their custom has never been more valued.
Here, we reveal the shopping habits of 12 readers with a heartwarming loyalty to their neighbourhood independents.
1. Hayley Toothill-Taylor
The marketing manager at Jessica Flinn Designs said: "Greens in Wadsley is our 'go to' for wine, beer, cheese and fancy bread (they opened in the last lockdown). And Molly's in Hillsborough for takeout lunch - they also deliver amazing cheese boxes. They also opened in lockdown. Both amazing family run businesses." Photo: o
2. Sophie Bates
The programme manager at Yorkshire and Humber Academic Health Science Network says: "Had some great teas delivered from Bird’s Yard - they have a really good range."
Sally Rushton, director of strategy and planning at Jaywing, also recommends Bird’s Yard. Photo: .
3. Meg Holmes
The senior PR and communications specialist said: "Adam's Fruits in Coal Aston is brilliant - great range of fruit and veg, lots for vegans and they deliver."
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4. Sam Sargent
The head of operations at Exawatt said: "The Coffee Rooms in Fulwood, used this week for a cake for my daughter's 16th birthday. Ordered online and delivered to the door in a COVID safe way!" Photo: .