Here are 99 great ways to save money on food shopping:
Make a grocery list before you go shopping and stick to it.
Use coupons to save money on items you regularly buy.
Sign up for loyalty programs at your favorite stores to get discounts and rewards.
Shop at discount stores and buy generic brands.
Buy in bulk when possible to save money on per-unit costs.
Avoid shopping when you're hungry, as you're more likely to impulse buy.
Shop for produce in season to get the best deals.
Use cashback apps to earn money on your purchases.
Compare prices across multiple stores to find the best deals.
Buy frozen fruits and vegetables when fresh isn't available or is more expensive.
Avoid pre-packaged foods and buy fresh ingredients to cook at home.
Check the clearance section for discounted items.
Buy whole chickens instead of pre-cut pieces to save money.
Shop at farmer's markets for fresh, local produce.
Grow your own herbs and vegetables to save money.
Avoid buying bottled water and use a reusable water bottle instead.
Buy meat in bulk and freeze it for later use.
Use leftovers to make new meals instead of throwing them away.
Plan meals in advance to avoid impulse buys.
Use a slow cooker or pressure cooker to save time and money on cooking.
Buy generic versions of household items like paper towels and cleaning supplies.
Use a grocery delivery service to save time and money on gas.
Buy whole grains instead of processed grains to save money.
Use a food scale to measure portions and avoid wasting food.
Avoid buying single-serving items and buy larger sizes to save money.
Buy in-season fruits and vegetables to save money.
Avoid buying pre-cut fruits and vegetables and cut them yourself to save money.
Buy in bulk and share with friends and family to save money.
Buy store-brand snacks instead of name-brand snacks to save money.
Buy beans and lentils instead of meat to save money.
Make your own bread instead of buying it pre-made.
Avoid buying soda and other sugary drinks.
Use reusable bags instead of buying disposable bags.
Buy canned fruits and vegetables to save money.
Shop for non-perishable items in bulk to save money.
Buy spices in bulk to save money.
Use a grocery app to compare prices and save money.
Check unit prices to make sure you're getting the best deal.
Shop for meat at discount stores to save money.
Use a slow cooker or pressure cooker to cook tougher cuts of meat.
Avoid buying pre-packaged meals and make your own instead.
Buy whole chickens and cut them yourself to save money.
Buy frozen fish instead of fresh fish to save money.
Avoid buying packaged snacks and make your own instead.
Buy in-season seafood to save money.
Buy organic produce when it's on sale to save money.
Use leftovers to make soup or stock instead of throwing them away.
Buy in bulk and store food properly to prevent waste.
Buy produce that's slightly imperfect to save money.
Use a grocery delivery service to avoid impulse buys.
Avoid buying pre-cut cheese and cut it yourself to save money.
Buy in-season flowers to save money.
Buy ingredients for homemade cleaning supplies to save money.
Use a reusable coffee cup instead of buying disposable cups.
Shop for meat on sale and freeze it for later use.
Avoid buying pre-packaged snacks and make your own popcorn, granola bars, and trail mix.
Buy dry beans instead of canned to save money.
Buy frozen fruits and vegetables in bulk to save money.
Use a bread machine to make your own bread.
Avoid buying pre-packaged deli meat and slice it yourself to save money.
Buy in bulk and split the cost with friends and family to save money.
Buy store-brand cereal instead of name-brand cereal to save money.
Use a water filter instead of buying bottled water.
Buy non-food items like toiletries and paper products in bulk to save money.
Buy in-season herbs to save money.
Shop at ethnic grocery stores for cheaper prices on specialty items.
Buy a whole pork loin and cut it yourself to save money.
Buy generic over-the-counter medications to save money.
Use a grocery app to find coupons and deals.
Shop for meat at the butcher counter instead of pre-packaged to save money.
Buy meat when it's on sale and freeze it for later use.
Use a slow cooker or pressure cooker to cook dried beans and save money.
Avoid buying pre-made sauces and dressings and make your own instead.
Buy in-season nuts to save money.
Buy plain yogurt and add your own fruit and honey to save money.
Buy a whole beef brisket and cut it yourself to save money.
Avoid buying pre-cut vegetables and cut them yourself to save money.
Use a food processor to make your own nut butters and save money.
Buy plain rice instead of pre-flavored rice to save money.
Buy in-season citrus fruit to save money.
Buy plain oatmeal and add your own fruit and nuts to save money.
Use a reusable straw instead of buying disposable straws.
Buy in-season root vegetables to save money.
Buy a whole turkey and cut it yourself to save money.
Avoid buying pre-made dips and make your own instead.
Buy store-brand baby food instead of name-brand to save money.
Use a grocery app to track your spending and stay on budget.
Buy in-season squash to save money.
Buy plain popcorn kernels and make your own popcorn to save money.
Buy in-season berries to save money.
Buy plain yogurt and add your own toppings to save money.
Avoid buying pre-made marinades and make your own instead.
Use a reusable water filter instead of buying bottled water filters.
Buy in-season melons to save money.
Buy plain pasta and add your own sauce to save money.
Use a reusable food container instead of buying disposable containers.
Buy in-season apples to save money.
Buy plain tortillas and add your own fillings to save money.
Use a grocery app to track sales and stock up on items when they're on sale.