The Brief Mayor Zohran Mamdani announced a plan for city-owned grocery stores to sell everyday essentials at a 30% discount. Mayor Zohran Mamdani's plan for New York City-owned grocery stores is taking shape. What we know:Mamdani announced the municipal grocery stores will sell fresh produce, meat, seafood, pantry staples, dairy, refrigerated goods and more at a 30% discount below regular market prices. "Since 2019, food prices have soared in grocery stores around the country by roughly 30%, in fact," Mamdani said. Related articleWhat's next:The first city-owned grocery store is expected to open at Hunts Point in the Bronx by the end of 2027.