JACKSONVILLE, Fla. – If your grocery bill feels higher every week, you are not alone. Food prices remain elevated, and for many families, convenience often comes at a premium. The good news is that meaningful savings do not require extreme couponing or extra trips to the store.
These lesser-known grocery shopping strategies focus on timing, planning, and small habit changes that can add up to significant savings over time.
Receipt and timing strategies
1. Shop on Wednesday mornings. Many grocery stores reset weekly sales midweek, and some continue to honor the previous week’s discounts. This overlap can allow shoppers to take advantage of multiple deals in one trip.
2. Ask for the “manager’s special” list. Discounted meat, dairy, and bakery items are not always clearly labeled. Asking at the service desk or butcher counter can reveal additional markdowns…