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Bulk Food Bargains

Not all bulk food is created equal. If you buy the wrong kind, you may wind up increasing your grocery budget instead of slashing it. Here are several types of food where bulk buying can really help you save. Cereals and Grains Any kind of grain product in its purest or almost purest form is usually a great deal when you buy it in bulk. This is especially true for organic grains. I usually pay $28.48 for a 25 pound bag of organic white flour. That is about $1.14 a pound. In the local store here, a three-pound bag of … Continue reading →

Where Do You Buy Groceries?

There are several discount grocery stores that keep costs down by not offering many national brands, and instead feature their own products. While some items may not be the same quality, many of these “generic” products are every bit as good as the name brands and they are offered at a substantial savings. Discount stores also keep costs down by not offering any frills. For truly frugal shoppers, the fewer frills, the more he or she is drawn to the store. Bagging their own groceries is not a problem; many even bring their own bags! Stores like these tend to … Continue reading →