Did you know that eggplants can be a powerful marketing tool ? About a year ago, I stopped by a supermarket to pick up some items for dinner. While I was standing in the register line, I felt a poke on my back. When I turned around, I saw this elderly lady with completely white hair, red lipstick, and a peacock blue coat; tapping me with her cane. She almost looked like Queen Elizabeth II. She asked, "excuse me, what are you planning to cook with those eggplants?" I described the ingredients. She got excited and wanted the complete recipe. (9 comments)