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Title: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: David In Indy on April 20, 2008, 05:46:15 pm
Grocery prices have spiraled out of control in many parts of the country, and in many parts of the world too. We are all looking for ways to save that precious cash for other things. It's ridiculous to spend all the extra money when you don't have to. I just found some interesting tips and information over on AOL. I was going to do the usual Cut/Paste over here, but it turns out it's one of those flip deals. You flip through it and it has pictures. I can't cut that. So, here's the link. People have shared all kinds of interesting tips and tricks which should come in handy for everyone the next time they go grocery shopping! :)


http://food.aol.com/readers-grocery-store-tips (http://food.aol.com/readers-grocery-store-tips)


Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on April 22, 2008, 03:12:06 pm
I think I'm gonna do this one...

A-LIST SAVINGS

"Create a "master" grocery list of EVERYTHING you use whether on a regular or periodic basis.  Categorize by the floor plan of the store where you shop most often; i.e. if produce dept is at front of store, start your list with that department and list anything you would ever purchase, and so forth.  When complete, photocopy and post a new list each week on the fridge or a bulletin board; circle items needed as you run low.  Take the copy each week to the store.  This saves the time used to make a new list each week and you only mark what you need at the time!" --Lorna Wood


I also liked this idea but have no idea what these bags are?

WE'RE BIG ON STORAGE BAGS & BOXES

"Debbie Meyer Greenbags have saved me so much money. I love to cook and I use a lot of fresh produce that I used to buy and depending on my busy work schedule might just sit in the fridge and end up tossing. However that doesn't happen any more. When I store my fruit or veggies in these bags it's amazing how much longer they last and taste." --Susan

"I stopped buying those bagged salads, which are almost $3.00 a bag in my area.  They always seemed to contain the rib pieces from the greens, and had brown edges.  Plus, they don't last long - we threw out as much (if not more) than we ate.  I got a large Rubbermaid container called a Produce Saver, and now I make my own salad mix.  I can get a head of leaf lettuce and a head of romaine lettuce for less than 2.00/lb. each, wash it, tear it into pieces and store it in the bowl.  I've used it for as long as 2 weeks before the greens start to wilt or turn brown.  An added bonus is that it makes it easier to eat healthy, too, because the greens are already picked over and clean!" --Vonda
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: David In Indy on April 22, 2008, 05:42:40 pm
I can't remember if this was listed on AOL, but I NEVER go to the grocery store hungry. I've found it is a recipe for disaster because EVERYTHING looks good. If I'm hungry at the time, I will have a quick snack before I leave.
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Katie77 on April 22, 2008, 05:58:40 pm
I can't remember if this was listed on AOL, but I NEVER go to the grocery store hungry. I've found it is a recipe for disaster because EVERYTHING looks good. If I'm hungry at the time, I will have a quick snack before I leave.

Definately.....if I have a meal before I get my groceries, the amount I buy is nearly halved.

Another tip....dont take children with you, either your own or your grandchildren.
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on April 23, 2008, 03:35:01 pm
I can't remember if this was listed on AOL, but I NEVER go to the grocery store hungry. I've found it is a recipe for disaster because EVERYTHING looks good. If I'm hungry at the time, I will have a quick snack before I leave.

yeah I try to do that too....
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: David In Indy on April 23, 2008, 04:33:25 pm
Kelda, here is some information on those green bags...

http://www.cakecutter.com/greenbags.html (http://www.cakecutter.com/greenbags.html)


Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on April 23, 2008, 05:28:36 pm
thankyou!

Smelly had also sent links to me via PM - me thinks I'm going to track down these in the UK if I can.

Do the tubs she have work as well?
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on April 28, 2008, 02:21:20 pm
Ive bought some of those bags on ebay today
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on May 04, 2008, 06:50:53 am
got them and started using them - we'll see if they were worth the money!
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Shakesthecoffecan on May 06, 2008, 06:59:43 pm
I buy my cleaning supplies at the dollar store, here called Family Dollar, where you can also get a painting on velvet of the Last Supper with a gold plastic frame.
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: Kelda on May 07, 2008, 02:40:10 pm
I buy my cleaning supplies at the dollar store, here called Family Dollar, where you can also get a painting on velvet of the Last Supper with a gold plastic frame.

 ;D
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: injest on May 10, 2008, 07:38:43 pm
I buy my cleaning supplies at the dollar store, here called Family Dollar, where you can also get a painting on velvet of the Last Supper with a gold plastic frame.  

and only $5!

you could redo your entire house for little to nothing!!
Title: Re: Clever Tips To Cut Your Grocery Bill
Post by: injest on May 10, 2008, 07:39:41 pm
Oh God, we have Family Dollar here too, along with the Dollar General. Yes, they sell all kinds of crappy artwork in those stores! :laugh:
I love all the half opened packages laying on the shelves as I walk up and down the aisles.

And how about that Chinese toothpaste? ::)

HEY!!