From tight schedules to tight budgets, there’s no denying that a trip to the grocery store can be frustrating for young couples. As work becomes busier and obligations become more plentiful, the last thing you want to do is spend your free time wandering down the aisles of the supermarket without a plan. Fortunately, there are plenty of ways to take the frustration out of grocery shopping.

Backed by low prices, a versatile selection of products and ingredients, and a helpful staff, It’s Smart! to rely on your local Foodtown. However, there are some other tried-and-true tricks that will make grocery shopping as enjoyable as possible.

Tips for Saving Money at the Grocery Store

At Foodtown, we strive to offer budget-friendly prices on must-have products and ingredients. Still, we understand how important it is for young couples to save as much as possible. Here are some of our money-savings tips for grocery shopping for two:

• Plan meals together in advance and make a list of the ingredients you’ll need.
  Not only is meal planning fun but it helps shoppers avoid purchasing ingredients that they “might” use one day. You’ll also know exactly what you need for the week, as well as what you don’t.
• Only grocery shop on a full stomach.
  If your stomach is grumbling as you wander the aisles, you’re more likely to make impulse purchases that you wouldn’t otherwise make.
• Work your way through the Weekly Circular and coupons.
  While you plan meals together, go through our Weekly Circular in search of savings and discounts on the ingredients and produce you’ll need. You may even get some ideas based on each week’s offers!
• Shop for a long shelf life.
  It is, unfortunately, common for shoppers to end up tossing certain ingredients well before they have the chance to use it. Look for items with a longer shelf life and select produce that you know you’ll use in a timely manner. It is also a good idea to do some research into how to shop for fresh fruits and vegetables.
• Don’t discount the store brand.
  If you compared the labels of one store brand product with its name brand counterpart, you’d likely find they’re almost identical! Coming in at a lower price, It’s Smart! to shop the store brand. In addition to our own quality Foodtown brand products, our shoppers can enjoy the affordable prices of our all-natural Green Way products and ingredients, as well as Rancher’s Legend Premium Black Angus Beef.

Tips for Saving Time at the Grocery Store

We know the last place you want to spend your Saturday afternoon is at the grocery store. Fortunately, there are some very simple ways to make your shopping trip as efficient as possible. Here are some time-saving grocery shopping tips, perfect for two:

• Create a weekly shopping list. “Browsing” the aisles of your local grocery store takes time—you’ll be wondering which ingredients you may or may not need while perhaps purchasing things you’ve already got at home. Take some time each week to make a list of exactly what you need so you can be in and out as quickly as possible.
• Download coupons onto your phone or Club Card. Thanks to Foodtown digital coupons, you can avoid the hassle of sifting through paper clippings at the register. Simply have them loaded onto your phone for easy access!
• Consider shopping on weekdays. If you can, avoid visiting the grocery store on Saturday and Sunday, as these tend to be the busiest days of the week.
• Shop together. This one may not necessarily save you time, but it will make shopping more enjoyable! After planning meals together, take a trip to the grocery store where you can enjoy each other’s company and make your shopping trip feel like less of a chore.
• Look for online shopping opportunities. Shopping online allows you to shop on your time and in the comfort of your home. That means no fighting crowds and no going back and forth from one aisle to the next. To support our busy customers, many Foodtown grocery stores offer online shopping for in-store pickup or home delivery. Plus, Foodtown On the Go shoppers can save big during their next online shopping experience by taking advantage of our Smart! Rewards promotions.

It’s Smart! to Shop for Two at Foodtown

Affordable and efficient grocery shopping for two is easier than you think. Dedicated to maintaining affordable prices and an inviting shopping atmosphere, It’s Smart! to choose Foodtown. Backed by impressive savings and a friendly and attentive staff, you’ll have the ability to save both time and money.  With these tips in your shopping cart, you’ll enjoy grocery shopping like never before.

Don’t miss out on the great savings available at Foodtown. Download our Smart App and begin saving digital coupons right to your phone!