Make a list and stick to it. If it’s not on the list, you don’t need it.
Plan your meals around what you already have in your kitchen, including leftovers. Creativity saves dollars!
Plan your week’s worth of meals in advance and buy accordingly. You’ll be less likely to get takeaway if you have everything you need already.
WHILE SHOPPING
Buy fruits and vegetables that are in season. They are cheaper, fresher and tastier. Buy fruit and vegetables in different stages of ‘ripeness’ so they last longer.
Look in the freezer section for fresh frozen fruit, vegetables and seafood – these foods won’t spoil quickly.
Don’t pay for packaging and processing. Individually wrapped items are a waste of money. There’s nothing wrong with buying in bulk if the food doesn’t spoil.
STAPLES YOU SHOULD KEEP IN YOUR KITCHEN
Tinned tomatoes, chickpeas, legumes, corn and tuna.
Frozen berries, bread, meat, seafood and leftover dinners.
Re-sealable containers with cereals, nuts, yoghurts.
BEFORE YOU GO SHOPPING
