How to Save Money on Groceries this Winter!


This is a Guest Post from the Finance Writer for 24Cash.ca. I only share information that I find fun, informative, or helpful! Enjoy!


With winter approaching, most of us spend more on groceries. Not only do we buy larger quantities of food for hosting family gatherings, but also many foods are out of season. Fortunately, there are some ways to save on your grocery bill over the cold winter months.

Start by giving the following 4 tips a try!

Start Canning
Fruits and veggies in the grocery store are more expensive and not as fresh during the winter. A great way to avoid these high prices is by canning fresh produce before winter. All you need is a
couple of mason jars and a little know how. Why not invite a friend over who has the knack for canning? Buy boxes of tomatoes, cucumbers and bags of apples, pears and plums to make your own canned foods.

Clip Those Coupons
Many manufacturers offer coupons on a lot of different grocery items. Coupons have been around for years, but now they have gone digital. There are several websites that offer digital coupons that you can use directly in the store. You can simply “clip” them from the website and save them on your phone. Some people even find ways to get free grocery items with these digital coupons! You can also cut paper coupons from your local Sunday paper. A great way to save even more money is by joining a coupon club, where you will be able to exchange coupons with others.

Sign Up for Loyalty Cards
Most grocery stores have loyalty cards that can help save you a ton of money. These cards will often give you discounts and some even have cash-back options. Loyalty cards are free and only take a few minutes to apply for. Remember when going shopping to always bring them along with you. They will save you a lot of money over time that you can use for other things.

Opt for Potlucks
Winter often means large meals with family and friends. If you are the one hosting, a great way to save money is by asking others to bring a dish. Not only will this diminish the amount of food
you need to provide, it also reduces the stress of cooking for big crowds and diversifies the types of food and cooking styles. Have your family and friends bring side dishes and you can focus on the main course.

Remember to plan meals ahead of time and look for local specials. These suggestions along with the tips above are only a few ways that you can save money on groceries this winter. If some months get especially tough, however, small online loans are available from trusted lenders like 24Cash.ca. Borrow an amount that you are able to pay back little by little, with the goal of being debt free within the next few months.

38 comments :

  1. I like the potluck idea. Too much food is wasted these days. Thanks for sharing!

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    1. i love all the great info here. it gets rough at times

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    2. Thanks for the information and link to 24Cash.ca I've been looking for a service of this exact sort, thanks again!

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  2. I have to start clipping coupons. I see so many great ones and think I dont have the time but I need to!

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  3. These are fantastic ideas, thank you so much for sharing! I have always wanted to start clipping coupons but I never seem to get around to it!

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  4. Thank you for sharing. My husband and I are retired and we try to save money.

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  5. My best tip for saving money is to always shop with a list and stay with it.

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  6. Thank you for sharing this. Groceries are so expensive and take up a big part of my checks. This is great information

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  7. Can always use some new tips - thank you!

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  8. My best tip for saving money is to always shop with a list and stay with it

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  9. Canning is such a good idea and a great money saver. I make my own healthy jams and kimchi. I also pickle veggies. it is so much yummier and healthier.

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  10. Thank you for all the great tips

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  11. I'm all for saving money!

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  12. Awesome tips!! I love saving money!! :)
    kdraebellamy(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  13. Great tips, I have to start with the ones I haven't been doing. I need to cut my grocery bill, it keeps me going over every month. Thanks so much.

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  14. I really enjoyed this article. I have to cut back my hours at work because my body just can't handle so many hours. I need to save as much as I can to get by. God Bless

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  15. These are excellent tips! I need tog et back into couponing! :) I saved so much money!

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  16. Thanks for the information! Great tips!!

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  17. Thank you for the great information!

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  18. I sign up for a store’s loyalty card once I find out they have one and anything else they offer. I have always cut coupons!
    I remember when stores offered S & H green stamps. I have cut coupons since I started grocery shopping. Back then a lot coupons didn’t expire and some could be doubled! Those were the days!! Now coupons expire in a month and they’re not to be doubled, etc. I stock up my pantry in the winter, because of the weather conditions, cars not starting up, and sickness. We haven’t had a potluck in years! I haven’t done any canning since my grandma was alive 😢 She died in 1999. These tips were pin worthy! Thank you for sharing this important information!

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  19. thank you for the information, could use it.

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  20. Thanks for these tips, we all could save money right now.

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  21. Thanks for these tips. Our Sunday doesn't have coupons in it anymore.

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  22. I clip coupons and look for loyality rewards from each store I shop with ,,most have apps where you can get additional digital coupons or savings just by having the app

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  23. Great advice. I've a big believer in getting a bargain and using coupons wisely!

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  24. We need as much help as we can get. Redundancy looms.

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  25. I use coupons and hunt bargains,,i try to use when they let you double coupons too

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  26. I use coupons all the time! Every little bit helps!
    kdraebellamy(at)yahoo(dot)com

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  27. Terrific ideas you have here! I love potlucks!

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  28. Thank you for the tips!

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  29. Since I no longer subscribe to the newspaper, I don't save as much as I used to.I do download digital coupons and use online coupons.I am also a member of cashback sites and I have my store cards linked to rebate, points,and reward apps.Therefore I do benefit from that.I'm going to hook up my printer to print out coupons,because now more than ever every cent counts.

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  30. Thanks for the great info and ideas.

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  31. Ever so helpful as winter is here... and during this pandemic too.

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  32. Great tips and with a family of 6 where the other 5 are all growing boys or men, I need all the help I can get

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  33. Thanks for the tips. Who isn't out for saving money and also potlucks.

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  34. Always looking to save money!

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  35. Great tips! I use coupons as well and avail of loyalty programs.

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