GROCERY bills have soared by around 25 per cent over the past two years as food inflation reached record levels. And for many, food costs are as big a worry as energy costs , especially if you have a big family to feed. This surge in prices has made it more crucial than ever for households to find effective ways to manage their expenses.
While the rising costs can feel overwhelming, there are practical strategies that can help you navigate through these challenging times. By being smarter and savvier about how and when you shop, you can significantly reduce the cost of trips to the supermarket . From choosing the best times to shop to understanding supermarket pricing tricks , these insights are designed to help you get the most out of every euro you spend.
Writing in the Irish Sun today, Darragh Cassidy, from price comparison site Bonkers.ie , shares valuable tips that can help you save cash at the tills and make your grocery shopping more economical. IN general, going to the store early in the morning and early in the week means the shelves will be better stocked as fresh deliveries will have been made.
This means you’re less likely to have to substitute your shopping list for other (potentially more expensive) alternatives. Sundays and bank holiday Mondays are definitely days to avoid If you have a big family and like to do a big weekly shop in one go. However shopping late in the evening can also be beneficial sometimes .
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