Grocery shop without breaking the bank
Groceries hit hard on any budget. With a simple method, you spend less without eating any worse.
Make a list and stick to it
Walking into a store without a list is a guaranteed way to shop by impulse and go over budget. Before you leave, check what you have, plan a few meals, and write down exactly what you need. A list protects you from the impulse buys strategically placed at the end of aisles. Shopping on a full stomach also helps a lot.
Compare by price per kilo
The big price tag on the front doesn't tell you much. Always look at the per-kilo or per-litre price, printed small on the label — it's the only honest way to compare two products. Larger formats are often cheaper per unit, but not always. Store-brand products frequently offer the same quality as big brands for a lot less.
Go for whole foods and seasonal produce
Processed and pre-made products cost more and nourish you less. Shifting part of your budget toward whole foods — vegetables, starches, legumes, eggs — pays off. Seasonal fruit and vegetables are tastier and cheaper. Plain frozen produce is a great ally: economical, zero waste, and just as nutritious as fresh.
Apply it now
- Check your pantry and plan a few meals before you go.
- Write a precise list and stick to it.
- Compare products by price per kilo or litre.
- Favour store brands and seasonal produce.
- Never shop hungry.
Frequently asked
Does online grocery shopping help you spend less?
Often yes: you watch the total climb in real time and avoid temptation aisles. Just watch out for delivery fees.