If you’re like most people, you think eating healthy is costly. To a degree, that could be true if you aren’t looking for the right things in the right stores. There are lots of healthy options, and they do not all come with a hefty price tag. One of my favorite healthy foods to eat…
If you like to save on your grocery bill, then you surely know about couponing. Couponing is amazing in terms of bringing the cost of premium products down. They also allow you to try new items and pick up name brand products for a discount, sometimes even free. These coupons come in the form of…
It’s a tough time in the world right now. Some of us are working and others are on lockdown. For those stuck in the house sheltering in place, it can get daunting. Along with trying to finish up home projects, gardening, and binge-watching the latest shows, groceries are a must. If you are stuck on…
Buying bulk has become the newest grocery shopping trend. People are running to stores like Costco, BJ’s. and Sams Club to scoop up bulk products with bulk savings attached to it. Many people believe these types of purchases are convenient and will save them money on future return visits, they haven’t stopped to ask themselves,…
Wouldn’t it be great if you could shop at a single store and receive the best price available that week? One-stop shopping and maximum savings in one store! Well sometimes you can. Many stores offer “price matching”, meaning if you find the item advertised elsewhere for less, the store will “match” the competitions lower price.…
This is a new feature – my DH writing, in his own husbandy words, his views on budgeting, couponing, and saving money. This week, a favorite topic of his — dinner! And now…here’s the DH’s POV: In these economically challenging times, many of us are looking for ways to feed our families for less. …
I did my grocery shopping for this week on Monday. Not my best shopping trip ever, but I missed the weekend specials. I was sick, and nothing was urgent enough to share my germs and agony with fellow shoppers. Monday is not my favorite day for shopping. Weekend specials tend to clear the shelves of…
When buying pork ribs these are the main points you need to remember: 1. Look for pork ribs that have little surface fat and a reddish pink hue. Dark red pork ribs have developed acid content and won't keep or cook as well as the lighter colored ribs. 2. Don't worry about the “sell-by” date…
When buying blueberries these are the main things you need to remember: 1. Blueberries should be blue. If they are red or purple, then pass on them. 2. The blueberries in the package should all be about the size (not all different sizes) and they should come with a waxy sheen. 3. You should keep…
Conventional wisdom says that paying to have your groceries delivered to your door is a waste of money. I have to disagree with this assessment. I have found that having my groceries delivered has saved me far more time and money than I could have ever done by shopping on my own. Yes, there is…