Grocery Shopping

Become a grocery shopping genius with our money-saving tricks and couponing tips, plus, discover behind-the-scenes perks you can take advantage of at stores near you.

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26 Secrets Costco Employees Won’t Tell You

Learn how to spot clearance items, get fresh pizza when you want it, and more.


8 Items You Might Not Find in Your Grocery Store (and Why)

It's hard to find toilet paper, bananas and other staples right now.


15 Grocery Store Items with the Highest Markups

You might want to save these items for another shopping trip.


What Are the Grades of Beef—and Which One Should I Buy?

Select, prime, choice...what do grades of beef mean? And does the grade matter? A quick guide to understanding beef labels,...


15 Costco Tips That Will Save You Tons of Money

You'll save big at this popular wholesale store with our Costco tips.


This Is Why Most Grocery Stores Don’t Have Windows

Grocery stores have a few tricks up their sleeve.


The 15 Best Frozen Foods You Can Buy at Trader Joe’s

Just when you thought Trader Joe's couldn't get any better—you walk down the frozen food aisle. Here are the best...


The Secret Meaning Behind the Color of Your Bread Bag’s Twist Tie

Follow along as we decipher the grocery store's secret code.

How to Grocery Shop with Your Baby or Toddler in Tow

It's possible to shop with an infant and buy everything on your list. Here's how to grocery shop with a baby.


This Is Why Costco Only Accepts Visa Cards

Hint: It means you save money every time you shop


10 Places to Buy Amazing Pumpkins This Fall

If you're wondering where to buy pumpkins for your fall decorating (and baking) needs, these in-person and online retailers have...


10 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Booze at Costco

Shopping for alcohol at Costco can be an adventure! Here are some secrets to keep in mind when buying spirits...


Here’s What Those Colored Circles on Food Packages Actually Mean

Wondering what those colored circles on food packages really mean? The answer is more technical than you might think.


How to Read a Walmart Price Tag the Right Way

Look closely at each Walmart price tag when you shop. It could save you a lot of money!


The Best Farmers Market in Every State

Getting from-the-field fresh produce and artisan baked goods has never been easier, thanks to farmers markets that have sprung up...


What Farmers Markets Will Look Like This Summer

Your weekly trip to the farmers market might look different this summer, even though COVID-19 protocols have loosened a bit....


What You Need to Know About Aldi Savers Tags (and Other Color-Coded Price Tags)

This guide will help you find regular, seasonal and hot items the next time you're at Aldi.

Here Are the Best Places to Buy Chicken Online

There are so many good reasons to buy chicken online, especially when you have this many options to choose from!


Can You Ripen an Unripe Peach?

There is nothing better than biting into a ripe, juicy peach. But this mistake could leave you with a tough,...


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7 Fruits That Keep Ripening After You Buy Them (and 7 That Don’t)

Picking your produce can be tricky! Some fruit will stop ripening the moment it's harvested, while others ripen on the...



8 Best-Value Items You Should Buy at Dollar Tree

Learn what to buy at the store where everything is really $1 or less.


Walmart vs. Amazon: What to Know When Shopping Online

Can't decide between shopping at Walmart vs. Amazon? We compare membership services, grocery delivery and their prices (and sales!) to...

If You See a Watermelon with a Yellow Spot, This Is What It Means

Peak watermelon season is upon us! When looking for the perfect melon, there are a couple details that will help...


How to Clean Fruits and Vegetables to Rid Them of Pesticides

Cleaning the "Dirty Dozen" (aka the 12 fruits and vegetables most likely to be covered in pesticide residue) is no...


This Is What the Loops on Grocery Carts Are for—and It’s Not What You Expect

I've always wondered about the loops on grocery carts. Now it's time to solve the mystery!


Should You Still Wear a Mask While Grocery Shopping? A Nurse Explains the Latest CDC Re...

The CDC continues to recommend wearing a mask while out in public, even if you've had the vaccine. Here's what...


The Ultimate Plant-Based Grocery List

As a new vegetarian or vegan, food shopping can be tricky. That's why we've created the ultimate plant-based diet grocery...


8 Unexpected Kitchen Items You Should Buy at Joann Fabrics

Joann Fabrics has a few treasures you'll want to pick up for your kitchen.