groceries

Every evening, Danielle Howard opens TikTok and records herself while she cooks: a $6 barbecue and broccoli dinner for three, or spaghetti with lentils from the food pantry.She’s amassed a quarter million followers on the platform since she began posting grocery and recipe videos a few years ago. The 32-year-old…

Grocery shopping can feel expensive and tiring, but some people have developed methods they believe can make it easier and better.For people like chef Will Coleman, the “6-to-1” shopping method is a helpful way to meal plan and reduce food waste.In a TikTok video, the chef said this method involves…

While visiting Portugal several months ago, I noticed Lidl stores everywhere. When I finally entered one, I found that the German-owned grocery chain reflects a European sensibility with fresh bakery items, great cheeses, and large wine selections.The extensive and inexpensive wines immediately struck me. Portugal has a thriving wine industry,…

I’m a mom of 12, and buying food for 14 people can get expensive.If I’m not careful, my grocery bills can easily creep over $2,000 a month, which is way more than what I have budgeted. Thankfully, I’ve learned a few strategies over the years to help keep food costs low.Here…