Grocery Shopping

“It’s cut my cereal budget by roughly a third.”

The new ice cream might be the richest EVER!

It beats every trick, hack, and secret that’s come across social media.

According to a former employee.

I. Am. Here. For. It.

Number 15 will be the most popular dish on the table.

They shopped at four retailers and even scored freebies from a Facebook Group.

Our shopping editor loves it!

I buy three bags at a time.

Number 8 is a must-have for entertaining.

There’s a new #1 in town.

I call it the Great Protein Swap.

“It certainly doesn’t look (or taste) like it’s come out of a can.”

“I visit multiple stores (ideally on the same day) to get only the best deals.”

It’s the fall mash-up we all deserve.

The cart corral is there for a reason.

#5 is proof the perfect variety pack does exist.

Number 7 is a 12/10.

“As far as ‘TikTok Made Me Try It’ trends go, this one was a smashing success.”

You’re going to want to stock up.

Don't make pasta without this.

Plus, how to get the first three months for FREE.

Including a cake batter-flavored gelato — no trip to Italy required!

It's available in three flavors.

It's time to give your shoulders a rest.

Numbers 3 and 4 make one classic combo.

Frozen pizza bites! Pumpkin-spice coffee and cookie dough! And more!

I never leave the house without them!

Based on shopping experience, location, cost, and quality.

It’s the ultimate “find dining” experience.

“Everything about the texture, look, and smell hit the spot for me.”

The theme-park vibes are a total buzzkill.

The ready-to-eat meals are also delicious off the trail.

Including juicy stone fruit, gorgeous mini boba, fun kitchen gadgets, and more.

Plus, three items that are slaying in the flavor departments.

We are always looking for ways to make grocery shopping a quicker, more efficient and less stressful experience. This year we shared advice for how to shop on a tight budget, which ingredients are worth splurging on, when to choose organic, how to make the farmers market the only place you shop on a weekly basis, and more smart tips to make you a better, happier grocery shopper in 2014 and beyond. 1 5 Tips for Smarter Grocery Shopping 2 What Are Your Best Tips for Shopping at Trader Joe’s?

Here’s hoping it becomes available year-round.

They shop twice and plan three or four meals at a time.

The ice cream sandwiches are a must-try.

“He holds my place in line — even on Christmas and Super Bowl Sunday.”

One is twice as expensive.

Plus tips for late-night snacks, quick lunches, simple breakfasts, and more.

A trip to Trader Joe’s and a few solid rotating meals are key to keeping costs down.

It’s cheesy, spicy, and tropical all at once.

“Over the course of a month, I can easily save a solid $50 or more.”

Including that viral “dangerously delicious” pie (you know the one).

Number 7 saved one family more than $300 in a week.

Hint: Peep the bottom shelf.

In the thick of a kitchen renovation, strategic meal planning is key.

I reach for this jar more often than the fresh stuff.

Don’t bury all your reusable bags.

They’re the cheapest they’ve been in 13 months.

Including a Trader Joe’s find I use in my favorite back-pocket summer dessert.

They shopped mostly at Aldi and Walmart, plus Hy-Vee and a local produce market.

Sweet, sour, savory, spicy, and salty staples, with a hefty side of nostalgia.

Including a Trader Joe’s seasonal icon!

One pantry must-have: chili crisp.

Berry size doesn’t matter. But color does.

It makes a great gift for friends, family, or yourself.

Plus, two of our favorite tried-and-true brands to buy.

Number one is a no-brainer.

It’s often marked down 50- to 75-percent off!

Stock up on versatile shortcuts and punchy pantry items!

Look for it in the refrigerated section.

Stock up on steamed pork buns, budget-friendly smoked whitefish, all the eggs, and even ice cream.