Shop Like A Pro

Save time & money before you shop with these simple shopping hacks.
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Ever found yourself spending more time and money than you’d planned at your local supermarket or organic store or forgetting to buy essential items? Creating a well-organised shopping list is the key to saving money and staying on track during your next shopping trip. Here are some helpful tips for making the perfect list:
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Keep a Running Shopping List
Share a digital list on your phone, or keep a physical list pinned on your fridge, or inside your pantry. Jot down items as soon as you run low on them to ensure you never forget those essential items.
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Categorise Items According to Your Store Layout 
Organising your list based on your grocery store’s layout makes it easy to find items efficiently while shopping.
Consider grouping items into categories like:
Fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs
Meat, fish
Bakery, deli
Dairy, eggsBread, pasta, rice, grains
Frozen foods
Canned vegetables, lentils and pulses, sauces
Snacks
Drinks 

Plan a Weekly Menu 
Creating a weekly menu ensures you know exactly what ingredients you need and helps reduce impulse purchases and saves on food waste. Don’t forget to plan a spare night for leftovers! ⁠
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Use Your Phone to Your Advantage 
Before heading to the store, snap a photo of your pantry and fridge to easily reference items you have on hand, particularly those special ingredients you don’t frequently use.

Consider Online Shopping
Online shopping has grown in popularity and offers convenience and time savings. Many services offer easy reordering, making it simple to create and manage your shopping list digitally. 

Keep a List of Staples 
Maintain a list of your go-to items that you buy frequently. This will make it easy to quickly add them to your shopping list when needed. 

Review Your List Before Shopping 
Give your list a final check before shopping to make sure you haven’t missed anything important. This will save you from last-minute impulse purchases or unnecessary trips back to the store. 

Update Your List Regularly
Make a habit of updating your list frequently. Keeping a well-maintained list will help ensure you always have the items you need when you need them. 

By following these simple tips, you’ll create an efficient shopping list that makes grocery shopping a breeze and keeps you on track with your budget and meal planning goals. Happy shopping!