We all love deals. This is especially true when it comes to grocery shopping (certainly when you have teenage boys). Plus, the idea of clipping, saving and actually finding any coupons in my purse is a pipe dream. The megastores (you know what I am talking about) make you think you’re saving money by buying in bulk, but are you really getting a deal?
From my limited knowledge about this bulk-food thing, I think it’s a mixed bag (pun intended). Some items clearly seem worth it. Others, not. Frankly, while I am a frequent shopper, I don’t have time to comparison shop and if I am shopping for an item, I will just buy it rather than waiting for the next store. Here’s my opinion on the megastore/big box deals:
Produce: We do eat lettuce but buying six heads of lettuce at one time? They will rot before we get through one head. Not a deal.
Condiments: There is absolutely no way that a family can use one of those ketchup bottles before it expires. And, if you can, I am in awe of you!
Milk: Short of having a cow hanging out in our garage, this is a good deal as we go through milk like it’s water.
Eggs: We do not host omelet parties and do not throw them at cars, so this is not a deal for us … they expire too quickly.
Meat: Really? Can anyone eat a whole salmon in one sitting? Who are these people who buy this stuff and where are they storing it?
Candy and Gum: Now you’re talking! This is right up my alley – we can’t keep candy or gum in the house long enough to go bad. Yea!
Paper Products: For a family where it seems like the bathroom doors are constantly closed (with someone in there), we just can’t get enough toilet paper. I am buying tons!
So, while I am not in love with these megastores, with the fluorescent lights, lack of carpet and no grocery bags, I have been known to make an appearance and walk out with a few bags of dried fruit, beef sticks and candy. I heard they have swim goggles too (geeze, they have everything!). I think I might swing by for some and pick up a bag of mangos along the way!
Have a great day!
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