Tag Archives: food prices
Why Your Money Doesn’t Go Far in Fairfield County in 2013
The latest census news says that 18% of households in Fairfield County, CT are considered to be in the top 5% of the wealthiest in the country. But, not everyone is part of that 18%/5% crowd. So, if you live here, and you wonder where your money is going, take a look at prices of oil, gas, electricity, property taxes food and cable 20 years ago compared to now. Frugality has always been around, but it’s more important now to find ways to live frugally. You’re not alone in your quest to look for ways to save, reduce and live frugally.
Don’t Miss This! Build Your 2013 Grocery Stockpile This Week and Next at ShopRite (No Coupons Necessary)
Wow, what a sale at ShopRite. Can’t say that about many stores in this day and age as grocery prices continue to rise. Be sure to get to ShopRite this week and next for the big stock up sale on various items. It’s worth the trip to build up your 2013 grocery stockpile!
How Many Pounds of Boneless Chicken Do You Really Get for Your Money? (Not meant for the queasy…)
Here’s an eye-opener: that great sale on untrimmed boneless chicken breast may not be that great after the fat is trimmed, but it’s even worse when you buy the chicken when it’s NOT on sale!
Overcoming CVS ExtraBucks Fatigue: When It Pays to Do the Mental Gymnastics for Coupons and EBs
Though I carefully read Couponmom.com religiously, last spring I ended up getting CVS ExtraBucks Fatigue. My mind was just not willing to do the mathematical gymnastics and equations required to shop at CVS. But then “need” overcame my CVS avoidance.
The Tightwad’s Notebook: Lesson 15– That Stuff on Sale May Taste or Smell Terrible
The Tightwad’s Notebook: Lesson 15– That Stuff on Sale May Taste or Smell Terrible
The Great Coupon Drought of 2012 — What’s to Come….?
The selection of coupons in the paper seems like slim pickings. But, don’t give up on coupons yet! We’ll all have to work together to get through the upcoming spike in food prices because of the drought.
Where to Find Coupons for Organic Produce and Groceries
Whether it’s during a coupon workshop or just a conversation with a friend, one of the most common questions is where to get coupons for healthy, organic food. Here are a few good, reliable sources for organic grocery coupons.
Tightwad Tuesday at Bloodroot Restaurant (Rave) Review
If you want a night off from cooking your own healthy fare, head to Tightwad Tuesday at Bridgeport’s Blood Root Restaurant for the best recipes you could ever want to sample for an affordable $10 (not to mention the spectacular view of Bridgeport Harbor…).
Stop Stereotyping Couponers: The Majority Frugally Shop the Outer Perimeters of the Grocery Store
A recent article in The New York Times Magazine about couponing inspires yet another uncalled for hailstorm by misinformed couponing critics. Before judging, know that a majority of couponers shop the outer perimeter of the grocery store aisles using a combination of coupons and sales.
Why I Still (Sometimes) Love PriceRite
Even though I use coupons for better deals, I still go to PriceRite for a few key products that I can’t get a better deal on anywhere else.
Another Grocery Store Associate Criticizes Couponers
Grocery store associates criticize couponers. Now, it seems like there are two camps: us (couponers) and them (grocery stores and people who hate couponers). This rift is ridiculous because we are all in this together: trying to save money on our grocery bills.
Simple Paper Napkins in a Pinch for Pennies
Out of napkins? Make simple paper napkins for less than pennies from a sheet of paper towels.
How Much Money Should You Use to Build Your Stockpile?
So many people are overwhelmed when it comes to spending money on stockpiling. It’s as simple as spending $10 a week out of your grocery budget to start a healthy stockpile.
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